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Not everything that matters can be measured, and not everything that is measured matters.

~ Elliot Eisner

I recently collected the following ten assessment resources for an upcoming online course I'm teaching this Spring. Collectively they demonstrate that there are a variety of ways to document and assess student learning and performance in Art classes.

1. MobileMe Gallery - Reflections of Me: 2P Self Portraits
A 2nd grade teacher documents her students' growth in an observational drawing unit involving self portraiture.

2. Student Podcast - Self Assessment Activity
A student at the Shanghai American School in China produced this podcast to share her sources of inspiration for a perspective project as well as her aesthetic and creation choices.

3. Reflecting Like an Artist: Student Self Assessment
Tips on encouraging self-assessment in student artists.

4. Art Critiques Made Easy
Tips for leading classroom discussions about works of art.

5. Outside the Test: Student Performance Assessments
A brief explanation on using performance assessments in the arts.

6. Portfolios: Assessment Across the Arts: An introduction for arts educators to portfolio assessment
A brief explanation on the use of portfolios in art classes.

7. Frank Curkovic's Art Units
Browse this extensive wiki maintained by Frank Curkovic, a secondary art teacher at an International School in Japan, for art unit plans and numerous rubrics.

8. Arts Assessments (PDF)
This 43-page comprehensive booklet (PDF) put together by Jessica Balsley provides examples of what states, schools and art teachers around the country are doing regarding arts assessments.

9. Assessment in the Arts
The New York State Education Department is developing model assessments in the arts (dance, music, theatre, visual arts) for voluntary implementation by local school districts. When completed, the High School (Grade 9) Arts Assessments will be available in a digital format. Download a Sampler of High School Visual Arts Assessments.

10. The Nation's Report Card: Arts 2008 Music & Visual Arts: Executive Summary
The National Assessment of Educational Progress report is part of a periodic federal look at how America's students fare in various subjects. This report covers Art and Music.

I invite readers to post links to other assessment resources that may interest art teachers in the comments section.

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Art Junction | Ten Assessment Resources for Art Teachers

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Not everything that matters can be measured, and not everything that is measured matters. ~ Elliot Eisner I recently collected the following ten assessment resources for an upcoming online course I'm teaching this Spring. Collectively they demonstrate that there are a variety of ways to document and assess student learning and performance in Art classes.

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Assessment task exemplars with student responses | Visual Arts | SACE - Visual Arts - Art and Visual Arts - Design - South Australian Certificate of Education

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Assessment task exemplars with student responses illustrate how to assess students' evidence of learning using the assessment design criteria and performance standards.

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Student Portfolios for Classroom Assessment

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Reimagining Classrooms: Teachers as Learners and Students as Leaders | Kayla Delzer | TEDxFargo

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Artefact 12: Sample assessment tasks & responses 

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Artefact 12: Sample assessment tasks & responses 

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The words we use with students have long-lasting power. They build or damage relationships and influence a child's perception for years to come. The goal of feedback is to communicate information about learning. The trick is to make constructive feedback seem like a helpful hint, rather than criticism.

To give students feedback that will make them thrive, try the following tips.

1. Notice what is successful.

Always begin by noticing something successful and mentioning it. This does two great things: it works to build a positive relationship with the student and it starts your conversation off on a good note. Using this strategy will make students (and adults) more receptive to constructive criticism.

2. Be specific.

Using general language like "that looks great" or "it's not done, yet" gives students almost no information about what they're learning. Always describe the specific part of the work or skill for which you are providing feedback. Sample comments might include:

"I see that you've used all five levels of value in your work. Good job."

"I like how you drew your image, but notice it's missing some of the five values we practiced."

3. Ask questions.

Asking questions about student work can lead to a more student-directed feedback conversation. To help students identify specific issues, start with questions like "What are you adding next?" or "Is your work finished?". After you gauge where students are in their work process, you can create more specific questions. You might consider:

"Your drawing is beautiful, but it's hard to see all the details from far away. What do you think might fix that?"

"This section of your painting has interesting colors and textures, but I notice the foreground doesn't look as finished. What are you planning to do there?"

Asking open-ended questions makes the student your problem-solving partner and gives you an opportunity to model the thought process behind analyzing artwork.

4. Comment on effort.

Sometimes the most meaningful feedback isn't about art, it's about engagement or perseverance. Studies have shown that this type of feedback puts students in a " growth mindset " increasing learning and achievement. Phrases like the following can help students see hard work pays off.

"I appreciate that you are always willing to answer the questions I ask the class. Thank you for participating so often."

"I noticed you working on making that shape correctly until you figured it out. Good work."

Using this kind of feedback builds relationships, increases learning and teaches students how to think about work analytically.

If you're interested in leaning more about meaningful feedback, join me at the 2016 Online Winter Conference where I'll be speaking about how the right mindset can unlock students' potential for growth and achievement. Learn how to make hard work the everyday norm in your classroom!
How do you give feedback to students in your classroom? What are some examples of specific feedback you might provide?

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The Art of Giving Meaningful Student Feedback - The Art of Education University

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The words we use with students have long-lasting power. They build or damage relationships and influence a child's perception for years to come. The goal of feedback is to communicate information about learning. The trick is to make constructive feedback seem like a helpful hint, rather than criticism.

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Why people believe they can’t draw - and how to prove they can | Graham Shaw | TEDxHull

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Educators! Learn how to use Pixton in the classroom. Set up your classroom and begin teaching any subject in minutes through the super-power of comics.

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Presentation tutorial: How to create a storyboard | lynda.com

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Worksheets and Clip Art to help make you lessons fun, bright and interesting!

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School Resource:BEHIND THE SCENES AT THE NGVMASTERPIECES FROM THE HERMITAGE: THE LEGACY OF CATHERINE THE GREAT/ INTERNATIONAL

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School Resource:BEHIND THE SCENES AT THE NGVMASTERPIECES FROM THE HERMITAGE: THE LEGACY OF CATHERINE THE GREAT/ INTERNATIONAL

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https://www.ngv.vic.gov.au/school_resource/masterpieces-from-the-hermitage-the-legacy-of-catherine-the-great/

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https://www.ngv.vic.gov.au/category/indigenous/?type=education

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TOP ARTS 2019 PROGRAM22 MARCH – 14 JULY 2019

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TOP ARTS 2019 PROGRAM22 MARCH – 14 JULY 2019

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https://www.ngv.vic.gov.au/learn/student-learning-programs/top-arts-2019-program/

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School Resource: CREATIVE EDUCATORS: BLOCK PRINTING WITH HANDMADELIFE – EBOOK RESOURCE

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School Resource: CREATIVE EDUCATORS: BLOCK PRINTING WITH HANDMADELIFE – EBOOK RESOURCE

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https://www.ngv.vic.gov.au/school_resource/creative-educators-block-printing-with-handmadelife-ebook-resource/

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Curriculum Mapping Template: Visual Arts – 7 and 8

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Curriculum Mapping Template: Visual Arts – 7 and 8

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Analysis of Visual Arts Year 7-10 curriculum in Victoria:

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Analysis of Visual Arts Year 7-10 curriculum in Victoria:

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http://victoriancurriculum.vcaa.vic.edu.au/the-arts/visual-arts/curriculum/f-10#level=7-8