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Definition of assessment

Accurate picture of where students are both academically and even in the social and emotional realm of teaching

Early childhood assessments

MyIGDI

DIAL-4

APES

Impactful books and resources

"Don't look away"

"Easy to Love, Difficulty to Discipline"

"The Conscious Kid"

Work smarter, not harder advice

What do I expect of my students at a certain time of the day

What do I expect of myself

Think of systems we can put in place to help our students work independently and keep the classroom flow going

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Guest Mentor #1 Tabatha Rosproy Early Childhood

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Definition of assessments

assessments is simply a procedure for making inferences

You have people who will press on you on whether an assessment is valid and reliable

focus on assessments and how they provide a standardized approach to student learning

Go-to assessments

Make new connections

Professional development

Work smarter, not harder

Design assessments strategically to get the information you need more efficient

Advises new teachers to teach to the test, emphasizing the relationship between assessments and instruction

Resources

Teacher Clarity Playbook

IES Practice Guides

John Pegg - SOLO Taxonomy

How Learning Happens by Paul Kirshner and Carl Hendrick

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KSU Guest Mentor Spencer Brown Assessment

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Definition of assessment

Getting to know what the students know and how to use that information

Go-to assessments

exit tickets

draw quick pictures with diagrams

General Advice

emphasize the importance of relationships and connecting with students through personal interactions

New teachers should focus on procedures and clear expectations to foster a secure learning environment

Resources

"Culture Code"

Enders Game (Sci Fi) for fun

Podcasts

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Guest Mentor KSU Assessment Natasha Roseberry Part 1

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Definition of assessment

focusing on observing students continuously and the importance of formative assessments

Go-to assessments

emphasizing the use of MAP as a standardized tool

Importance of small groups

General Advice

value of collaboration with team teachers

learn from others to enhance teaching methods

new teachers should not work alone and seek help from colleagues

Utilize resources like Twitter, interest, and mentor texts

Resources

Leader in Me: Franklin Covey

social medias listed above

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Definition of assessments

informal observations to standardized tests

Starting from what I see in the classroom

Go-to assessments

emphasizing running records and comprehension

General advice

working efficiently

importance of utilizing available resources and experience

balance between anecdotal and data-driven assessments

Stay off social media as best as we can

Stay balanced

Resources

App: Behaviorsnap

Twitter

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KSU Guest Mentor Series Brandi England (SPED)

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Definition of assessments

Evaluating progress toward a goal, whether in personal or professional life

General Advice

the importance of using assessments and rubrics to guide instruction and maintain objectivity

use rubrics to clarify expectations

use formative assessments to identify student needs without excessive grading

advises new teachers to establish procedures and routines from day one to maintain classroom order

Resources

Podcasts

Brene Brown

Simon Sinek

Adam Grant

"Cult of Pedagogy"

Books

Excellence in every classroom

Learning by Doing

Think Again

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Definition of assessments

assessments are a tool to understand what students know and what they are ready to learn

General advice

emphasize the need for hands-on assessments in kindergarten due to students' attention spans

Importance of work-life balance and planning ahead

stresses that teamwork and utilizing each team member's strengths to work smarter

new teachers about building good relationships with school staff and experimenting with teaching methods

leave personal problems at the door and be present for students

Resources

Books

Find your voice

out of my mind

Ideas and Quotes

Representation all year long

The power of the read-aloud

Practice and use your character's voices

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Definition of assessments

focusing on students' ability to apply knowledge

General Advice

emphasizes continuous learning opportunities rather than finalizing assessments

planning lessons and assessments and aligning them with standards and essential questions

take small steps to make a significant impact and emphasize the importance of direction over strict planning

build relationships and integrate them into educational tasks for better outcomes

build relationships with students and understanding them individually

Resources

books

The Culture Code

Deeper Learning

ideas and quotes

"Find you Compass"

"Every Student" Every Day!"

"Figure out their combination"

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Definition of assessments

importance of deep assessments and observations in the classroom to support students effectively

General Advice

significance of small group teaching to give student attention, regardless of their academic level

Importance of challenging high-achieving students and enriching their vocabulary

use reading groups to introduce and explore new vocabulary, fostering a deeper understanding among students

advises against making excuses for not implementing small groups, as they are crucial for understanding student needs

Teamwork is key to being successful

Resources

Books

Despite the Best Intentions

The Morning Meeting Book

The GIFT of Dyslexia

Ideas and Quotes

Connections and challenge!

Create an Impact... It's Up to YOU!

Create STELLAR Moments

The Courage to try!

Teaching MATTERS!

The best you can EVERYDAY.. For Every Child!

The career that allows us to become part of their STORY! It is a gift!

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Definition of assessments

as an estimation and emphasizes the importance of interpretation over the assessment itself

General Advice

Stresses the need for a consistent framework in assessment processes to ensure teamwork and efficiency in supporting students

teamwork in education is important

focus on ensuring all team members are aligned in their efforts

forming relationships with students and respecting the impact teachers have

assessments should lead to effective intervention

Resources

Books

Thinking, Fast and Slow

Learning Disabilities

When I Am Little Again and The Child's Right To Respect

Ideas and Quotes

KIDS ARE PEOPLE!

RESPECT GOES BOTH WAYS

IMPACT!!!