DI/UBD Chapter 5

Abstract:

This chapter focused on how to detect evidence of learning taking place in the classroom. One big assessment is not effective in assessing student’s learning, and so it is important to assess them in many different ways and combine the results. It is also important to look at your goals or desired results for the class and then decide how to assess them. It is also important when assessing for learning that you are assessing why, for whom, and how the results will be used. Tools such as pre-assessment and self assessment also aid in effective evaluation of student progress.

Reflection:

John thought the idea of “Learning Contracts” was good because the idea of students working to meet an expectation with the supervision of the teacher sounded like a dynamic teaching method.
Leigh found this chapter to be informative, and thinks that assessment is the key to a successful classroom. Meredith couldn’t recall using self-assessment in high school but thinks that it would be an advantageous tool in helping students to understand how they learn best. Christine reflected on the idea of the photo album vs. the snapshot as a means of evaluating students’ progress.