Thursday, March 24, 2011
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Blogging is a great way to share information and ideas. As we begin to implement the Assessment Literacy Initiative required by KDE we will be using a blog to post ideas. To get us started I would like each of you to post a brief response to the following question: What does an assessment literate classroom look like? To post to the blog click on the comment link below.
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In an assessment literate classroom there are several pieces to the puzzle. The biggest piece of the puzzle, are the 3 C's of Comfort, Communication and Caring. The invisible wall that exist between teachers and students has to be torn down between the student and teacher to allow the student to feel comfortable enough to ask questions or give answers to teacher questions. If students are at ease and comfortable within a class setting then good classroom communication will also exist. The other C(Caring) is very important as well. If a student knows in their heart that we care for them then they also know we care for their education.
ReplyDeleteAn assessment literate classroom should include both formative and summative assessment measures. As Mr. Tackett mentioned communicaton is one of the keys to a successful assessment program. First, the learning targets are identified and communicated to students and then descriptive feedback is provided to students. It is through this process that students become active participants in their own learning. Assessment Literate classrooms use formative assessments assessments to make instructional decisions about upcoming lessons.
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ReplyDeleteAs assessment literate classroom contains communication between the teacher and student. While there should be formal assessments, teachers should also maintain a continuous dialogue to make sure students are understanding the content or if there should be more in-depth teaching.
ReplyDeleteAn assessment literate classroom has comfortable communication between the teacher and students. This can be with informaal or formal assessment. Teachers should work toward all students sharing and being involved during this time.
ReplyDeleteAn assessment literate classroom is one that has knowledge and experience in a particular core content area so that they can communicate with others what they have learned and discovered in class through interaction with the teacher and other students.
ReplyDeleteIn an assessment-literate classroom, students feel safe in answering, both formally and informally, when the teacher asks a question. They feel valuable, know that the teacher has their best interests at heart, and know that the teacher will help them if they ask. There is a link between the teacher and the students, as well as a shared bond between the students in the class.
ReplyDeleteIDK, but assessment, referring to informal and formal testing and literate, being able to read/communicate, leads me to think that students should be exposed to multiple types of assessments and discussions of appropriate responses, so that they are familar/comfortable with taking them.
ReplyDeleteTo be "assessment literate" means to be skilled both in gathering accurate information about students' learning and in using it effectively to promote further learning.(Classroom Assessment for Student Learning, p.21)
ReplyDeleteAn "assessment literate" teacher understands:
1. The uses and purposes of classroom assessments for and of learning.
2. Who the users of those assessments are and their information needs.
Literacy assessment is a popular resource that distinguishes itself from other texts by placing literacy assessment within the context of mainstream classroom reading instruction. Teachers will recognize and assess reading and writing problems and provide effective interventions to help every student succeed.
ReplyDeleteAn assessment literate classroom includes both formative and summative assessment. The importance of formative assessment is sometimes overlooked by teachers, and those students who have a high work ethic, yet don't perform particularly well on summative exams, are not rewarded for their efforts. When students go unrecognized for their hard work, motivation plumments. MOTIVATION is key to academic success; therefore, formative assessment is essential in an assessment literate classroom!
ReplyDeleteAn assessment literate classroom is one in which students are knowledgeable about the different types of assessment. They know what is expected of them when taking any type of assessment. They are exposed to many different types of assessments, therefore becoming comfortable with them.
ReplyDeleteAn assessment literate classroom provides students' with the basis for all content learning. Student success happens when teachers are providing students with ongoing feedback that evaluates his/her progress after lessons have been implemented. In an assessment literate classroom, using both formative and summative evaluation data, instructional planning of upcoming lessons can be identified and utilized to promote a successful student learning environment.
ReplyDeleteIn an assessment literature classroom the teacher should create a variety of print-rich and language-rich materials, such as picture books and magazines that feature content. Teachers should emphasize content vocabulary for understanding of concepts included in this print-rich material. Teachers should also encourage revision, give feedback so students may revise their work. This revision gives students confidence that their final piece is proficient. When students have confidence this confidence leads to proficiency.
ReplyDeleteAn assessment literate classroom should include both formative and summative assessment measures. Student-teacher communication should be clearly established from the beginning of the school year, with students understanding the expectations and goals for success in the classroom. The teacher should give the students, timely, constructive feedback on their writing and other assignments. I agree with Judy, as she mentioned that assessment literate classrooms use formative assessments assessments to make instructional decisions about upcoming lessons. I personally do this by using pre-tests, admit/exit slips, wipe erase boards, etc. to gage what students have learned and what content needs to be covered at a greater length. Providing a work environment that is colorful and content rich with manipulatives and posters enhances the student's comfort level in the classroom as well.
ReplyDeleteAn assessment literate classroom is one in which assessments are utilized to deliver instruction, in addition to evaluating progress. The assessment results are used to plan additional intruction and to evaluate teacher effectiveness. Timely feedback is very important to ensure student achievement. The one test that I am glad is summative is the GRE, but I did learn from it, I learned that I didn't know much.
ReplyDeleteAn assessment literate classroom looks like students being motivated and encouraged to learn. High quality assessments are created or selected that suppport student success. The teacher has a clear sense of the achievement expectations they want the students to master.
ReplyDeleteAn assessment literate classroom looks like children participating and interacting with the teacher and other students. The walls are covered with print rich power words that go along with that classroom.
ReplyDeleteNow that I have read chapter 1 of Classroom Assessment for Student Learning, I have a better understanding of what an assessment literate classroom is. This classroom has clearly stated learning goals that are developed with a purpose in mind (end results) and communicated to the students in a student-friendly language so they understand what is expected of them from the start. Students are involved in their assessment through record keeping and self assessment. The most important part (and I need practice here) is to keep students believing in themselves as learners.
ReplyDeleteAn assessment literate classroom should be a positive environment using assessment to evaluate student learning as well as teaching strategies. This should be done in a timely manner. Prior to assessment students should understand requirements or goals before lessons take place.
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