What is the difference between formative and summative assessments? Why choose one over the other? When is it appropriate to implement each strategy? How do I use the information gathered from formative and/or summative assessments? These are questions that I have asked myself and sometimes you may ask yourself as well. Let’s explore the major differences between formative and summative assessments and find the answers to these questions. Formative Assessments The end goal of a formative assessment (FA) is to…
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Differentiation, Planning & Instruction
Differentiation, Planning & Instruction, ELA & Writing
Student Led Activities to Improve Reading Fluency
Research has proven time and time again that students learn best when they are engaged and they can take ownership of the work they produce. As a teacher, I sometimes…
Writing can be one of the most challenging subjects to teach, but it really shouldn’t be. Writing is important; it allows for people to convey thoughts that they would otherwise be…
The mention of PD books can make some people cringe, but I once heard someone say that “Leaders are Readers”, and I have to say that I wholeheartedly agree with…
Feedback is often mistaken for praise or a grade, but feedback is neither. I remember being the bubbly teacher who told the students how awesome they were and what great…
Differentiation, Planning & Instruction, ELA & Writing
3 Engaging Ways to Teach Vocabulary While Having Fun
Raise your hand if you’ve ever had a student(s) in your class that does not speak the language. Having one or in some cases up to 75% (dare I say…
