The 5th "C" Choice by Darah Huffman https://padlet.com/djhuffma/2kl4hv6yhnoc en-us 2017-08-10 17:56:31 UTC 2017-09-01 19:11:32 UTC hello@padlet.com Would it scare you to give students choice in their content and assessments? Why or why not? djhuffma https://padlet.com/djhuffma/2kl4hv6yhnoc/wish/180644746 2017-08-10 18:03:14 UTC https://padlet.com/djhuffma/2kl4hv6yhnoc/wish/180644746 A little as I have not tried it before and I am a control freak! https://padlet.com/djhuffma/2kl4hv6yhnoc/wish/181302043 2017-08-16 17:33:18 UTC https://padlet.com/djhuffma/2kl4hv6yhnoc/wish/181302043 I do get a little scared when letting go of control, but last year I tried this on an assignment and the students really enjoyed it, they took ownership and it did not turn into a classroom management issue like a feared. https://padlet.com/djhuffma/2kl4hv6yhnoc/wish/181429483 2017-08-17 13:10:12 UTC https://padlet.com/djhuffma/2kl4hv6yhnoc/wish/181429483 It would scare me a bit to give students a choice in assessment more than giving them a bit of a choice regarding content. This is only because I haven't really let go of control over my assessments and handed that to students! https://padlet.com/djhuffma/2kl4hv6yhnoc/wish/181432246 2017-08-17 13:24:26 UTC https://padlet.com/djhuffma/2kl4hv6yhnoc/wish/181432246 A bit because I would want to be sure things were graded fairly. https://padlet.com/djhuffma/2kl4hv6yhnoc/wish/181490573 2017-08-17 17:38:05 UTC https://padlet.com/djhuffma/2kl4hv6yhnoc/wish/181490573 bephillips https://padlet.com/djhuffma/2kl4hv6yhnoc/wish/181602663 I agree with a lot of the responses that are here already! I've given choice in assessment before, but I've struggled to grade fairly and consistently. I'm definitely more anxious to give choice in content! That seems like more for me to keep up with!

]]> 2017-08-18 11:49:14 UTC https://padlet.com/djhuffma/2kl4hv6yhnoc/wish/181602663 cbroadwe https://padlet.com/djhuffma/2kl4hv6yhnoc/wish/181624507 It doesn't scare me to give them choice but my biggest concern is making sure that all options are of equal rigor. ]]> 2017-08-18 14:10:47 UTC https://padlet.com/djhuffma/2kl4hv6yhnoc/wish/181624507 It scares me a tad because there is so much on their IEPs to cover. However, involving the students in creating their goals can help in this process. https://padlet.com/djhuffma/2kl4hv6yhnoc/wish/181800560 2017-08-21 02:48:10 UTC https://padlet.com/djhuffma/2kl4hv6yhnoc/wish/181800560 https://padlet.com/djhuffma/2kl4hv6yhnoc/wish/182134878 It wouldn't scare me to give them the choice in assessment and content. If they had choice, they would more likely enjoy what they were learning and be more engaged. However like other responses. I would be concerned with finding a way to grade the different choices fairly. ]]> 2017-08-22 16:46:07 UTC https://padlet.com/djhuffma/2kl4hv6yhnoc/wish/182134878 I would like to give the students more control of their content because I think it would give them some much needed ownership of the curriculum. Also, it would naturally increase their participation because it would be something that interest them. https://padlet.com/djhuffma/2kl4hv6yhnoc/wish/182135029 2017-08-22 16:46:33 UTC https://padlet.com/djhuffma/2kl4hv6yhnoc/wish/182135029 https://padlet.com/djhuffma/2kl4hv6yhnoc/wish/182151912 My experience with choice sessions has been that some students are very engaged while some students try to do the least amount of work that they can and still get full credit. As a result, both students get full credit, but get much different results, if that makes sense. ]]> 2017-08-22 17:40:37 UTC https://padlet.com/djhuffma/2kl4hv6yhnoc/wish/182151912 https://padlet.com/djhuffma/2kl4hv6yhnoc/wish/182779752 I feel students would choose content they are interested in.  However, there is not content that is enjoyable that still needs to be covered. Assessments are different. I feel students would choose the easiest route possible.]]> 2017-08-25 12:07:34 UTC https://padlet.com/djhuffma/2kl4hv6yhnoc/wish/182779752 It wouldn't scare me, but it is hard to come up with different assignments in math that cover the same standards. I think it is a great idea though because when students have choice they have more motivation to accomplish the task. https://padlet.com/djhuffma/2kl4hv6yhnoc/wish/182892981 2017-08-25 19:32:44 UTC https://padlet.com/djhuffma/2kl4hv6yhnoc/wish/182892981 rrturner https://padlet.com/djhuffma/2kl4hv6yhnoc/wish/182987759 No - I think it's wonderful to allow students to use their creativity and personal strengths to create projects/assessments, etc.. Not all students are good "test-takers." Not all students perform well in front of the class. But, that doesn't mean that one student is stronger than the the other. Assessment choice allows students to show you what they know and can do - not to show you what they don't know or are too scared to do.]]> 2017-08-27 18:30:36 UTC https://padlet.com/djhuffma/2kl4hv6yhnoc/wish/182987759 I think it gives the students ownership in the lesson. Their participation would be more involved and allow them to use creativity and their own strengths to create their assignment. I like the idea of giving them parameters though, to assist with the assignment. I feel when you give them full range students tend to question what they should and shouldn't do with the assignment. https://padlet.com/djhuffma/2kl4hv6yhnoc/wish/182998262 2017-08-27 21:52:20 UTC https://padlet.com/djhuffma/2kl4hv6yhnoc/wish/182998262 I don't think scary is the word. I think choice is a great thing to offer to students, but in math it is really hard to come up with multiple assignments that cover the exact same material. https://padlet.com/djhuffma/2kl4hv6yhnoc/wish/183010693 2017-08-28 00:31:39 UTC https://padlet.com/djhuffma/2kl4hv6yhnoc/wish/183010693 Yes because it seems like a lot more work on the teacher's end. I also don't believe students would ever challenge themselves without being pushed in a certain direction. Most average students want to do the bare minimum while some will go above and beyond which I don't think is accurately assessing them. kjduncan https://padlet.com/djhuffma/2kl4hv6yhnoc/wish/183178358 2017-08-28 17:02:27 UTC https://padlet.com/djhuffma/2kl4hv6yhnoc/wish/183178358 No I won't be scared because I am sure the content/topic they choose would be of interest to them - which would then motivate them to do the research, or learning involved. In addition since they came up with the content they would be excited to discuss the assessment involved. Finally - this is a way for them to demonstrate what they know in their own way. https://padlet.com/djhuffma/2kl4hv6yhnoc/wish/183280088 2017-08-29 01:19:07 UTC https://padlet.com/djhuffma/2kl4hv6yhnoc/wish/183280088 I like giving choice in an assignment. I feel the results are better because students take ownership over their work. jmccay https://padlet.com/djhuffma/2kl4hv6yhnoc/wish/183374469 2017-08-29 13:11:54 UTC https://padlet.com/djhuffma/2kl4hv6yhnoc/wish/183374469 Not at all, I like giving choices to students, especially when we do projects. Choice allows students to choose a way to demonstrate their knowledge that works for them. Their work is usually better as a result. pethridg https://padlet.com/djhuffma/2kl4hv6yhnoc/wish/183420742 2017-08-29 15:13:46 UTC https://padlet.com/djhuffma/2kl4hv6yhnoc/wish/183420742 I think it's wonderful to allow students the chance to expand their creativity. My only concern is that what they think is "challenging" may not be rigorous enough. https://padlet.com/djhuffma/2kl4hv6yhnoc/wish/183484874 2017-08-29 18:02:33 UTC https://padlet.com/djhuffma/2kl4hv6yhnoc/wish/183484874 It doesn't scare me at all! I think that students are much more receptive when the feel they have options. It can be overwhelming to grade when you have lots of different assignment options though. https://padlet.com/djhuffma/2kl4hv6yhnoc/wish/183569206 2017-08-30 01:19:28 UTC https://padlet.com/djhuffma/2kl4hv6yhnoc/wish/183569206 Giving students choices doesn't scare me, but I feel that I must create a list of choices from which they may choose. Also, I do not think that choice occur too often because students may become indifferent about the assignments. https://padlet.com/djhuffma/2kl4hv6yhnoc/wish/183661838 2017-08-30 13:12:37 UTC https://padlet.com/djhuffma/2kl4hv6yhnoc/wish/183661838 Not scared! https://padlet.com/djhuffma/2kl4hv6yhnoc/wish/183725647 I am not scared to offer students a choice in content or assessment. I]]> 2017-08-30 16:06:40 UTC https://padlet.com/djhuffma/2kl4hv6yhnoc/wish/183725647 I am scared and not scared of giving choice to students in assessments. I think that if they are given a choice they are more likely to have buy-in and gain added value for the content learned. I also believe that there needs to be a limit to the choices given to help structure their thoughts effectively. https://padlet.com/djhuffma/2kl4hv6yhnoc/wish/183791178 2017-08-30 19:09:55 UTC https://padlet.com/djhuffma/2kl4hv6yhnoc/wish/183791178 It would not as long as I could set some parameters. I love choices, and creativity, but I would need to be able to ensure that content was covered. https://padlet.com/djhuffma/2kl4hv6yhnoc/wish/183810162 2017-08-30 20:31:08 UTC https://padlet.com/djhuffma/2kl4hv6yhnoc/wish/183810162 I would not be scared, but I do have concerns about covering the required content and I know that creating alternative assessments will create a lot more work for myself jbryan4 https://padlet.com/djhuffma/2kl4hv6yhnoc/wish/183820037 2017-08-30 21:38:27 UTC https://padlet.com/djhuffma/2kl4hv6yhnoc/wish/183820037 I am comfortable in giving students choices sometimes. Students often put forth more effort in completing assignments and assessments when they have chosen them, even when selected from a teacher-defined set. However, I do believe there are times when specified assignments and assessments are justified. irainey1 https://padlet.com/djhuffma/2kl4hv6yhnoc/wish/183823154 2017-08-30 22:05:15 UTC https://padlet.com/djhuffma/2kl4hv6yhnoc/wish/183823154 No. I usually do provide choices for students to complete major assessments and give them choices of how they present the information. I love seeing how different their projects are and it gives me a really good grasp of how well they understood the concepts that were taught. It also allows for greater individualism and helps me to get to know more about the students personal life or things that interest them. It always amazes me how a students that doesn't seem interested can come up with the most amazing presentation. https://padlet.com/djhuffma/2kl4hv6yhnoc/wish/183839929 2017-08-31 00:47:31 UTC https://padlet.com/djhuffma/2kl4hv6yhnoc/wish/183839929 I create a format for a project, then give them choices for their topic. When we discuss goals as an ELl, they choose which they would like to improve; speaking, listening, reading, writing or understanding in English. Then I try to create lessons for them that will help them to improve. https://padlet.com/djhuffma/2kl4hv6yhnoc/wish/183915505 2017-08-31 12:23:26 UTC https://padlet.com/djhuffma/2kl4hv6yhnoc/wish/183915505 Sometimes I can see that being appropriate, but for the normal cp student their choice would be no assessment at all which doesn't really work. https://padlet.com/djhuffma/2kl4hv6yhnoc/wish/183929741 2017-08-31 13:12:34 UTC https://padlet.com/djhuffma/2kl4hv6yhnoc/wish/183929741 https://padlet.com/djhuffma/2kl4hv6yhnoc/wish/184295511 With a select group of students I could possible see this working. That being said, I think most students would choose options that are not rigorous enough to adequate enough to gauge student mastery of content.]]> 2017-09-01 18:51:56 UTC https://padlet.com/djhuffma/2kl4hv6yhnoc/wish/184295511