Case Studies - Assessment by https://padlet.com/6zcpfzqswg/f5x2ao9phqeijzwc Differentiated Assessment en-us 2025-03-12 18:35:14 UTC 2025-04-06 18:56:21 UTC hello@padlet.com Assessment For Learning 6zcpfzqswg https://padlet.com/6zcpfzqswg/f5x2ao9phqeijzwc/wish/3363282674 Ms. Lopez notices that her students struggle with solving multi-step word problems. Before introducing a new problem-solving strategy, she gives them a pre-assessment where they attempt a few word problems independently. She then groups students based on their responses and provides targeted instruction.


Discussion Questions:


  1. How is Ms. Lopez using assessment to inform her instruction?

  2. What are other ways she could use assessment for learning to support students in problem-solving?

  3. How can she provide students with feedback to guide their next steps?

]]> 2025-03-12 18:35:54 UTC https://padlet.com/6zcpfzqswg/f5x2ao9phqeijzwc/wish/3363282674 Assessment As Learning 6zcpfzqswg https://padlet.com/6zcpfzqswg/f5x2ao9phqeijzwc/wish/3393030546 Mr. Brindi wants his students to develop a deeper understanding of multiplication strategies. He assigns a math journal prompt: “Explain two different strategies you could use to solve 7 x 8. Which one do you prefer and why?” After students write their responses, they swap journals with a partner and use a success criteria checklist to give feedback. Some students identify that their explanations are missing details, so their revise their work before submitting.


At the end of the lesson, Mr. Brindi asks students to complete a self-reflection:

“What strategy do you feel most confident using? Why?”

“What is one thing you want to improve in multiplication?”


Discussion Questions:


  1. How does this activity help students take ownership of their learning?

  2. What role does peer feedback play in assessment of learning?

  3. How can Mr. Brindi support students who struggle with self-reflection?

]]> 2025-04-02 16:21:32 UTC https://padlet.com/6zcpfzqswg/f5x2ao9phqeijzwc/wish/3393030546 Assessment Of Learning 6zcpfzqswg https://padlet.com/6zcpfzqswg/f5x2ao9phqeijzwc/wish/3393042346 After a unit on 3D shapes and surface area, Ms. Franco assigns a performance task: Students must design a mini park using 3D shapes. They calculate the surface area of different features (eg. bench, pavilion) and explain their reasoning. Students submit a labeled blueprint along with their calculations. Ms. Franco uses a rubric to assess mathematical accuracy, problem solving strategies, and communication of ideas.  


Discussion Questions:


  1. How does this assessment of learning measure student understanding?

  2. What could Ms. Franco to throughout the unit to ensure students are prepared for this summative task?

  3. How can she use the assessment results to inform future instruction?

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