Designing Innovative Assessment Bank of Resources ESLT SY'23-24 by Amanda Ciccone Blankenship

This criterion focuses on providing students with structured templates or frameworks that support them in demonstrating their understanding. It emphasizes the use of graphic organizers, rubrics, checklists, or other templates that scaffold students' thinking and help them to communicate their learning effectively.

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This criterion addresses the need for assessments to be accessible and inclusive for all students, considering their diverse learning abilities and needs. It emphasizes the incorporation of accommodations to ensure that assessments are fair and equitable.

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This criterion focuses on aligning assessments with specific learning standards or curriculum objectives. It emphasizes the use of assessments that measure student progress over time, allowing for ongoing monitoring and tracking of learning growth.

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This criterion highlights the importance of creating engaging assessments that reflect real-world contexts and tasks, making them relevant and meaningful to students. It emphasizes the use of engaging assessments that connect to students' interests, experiences, and practical applications.

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This criterion emphasizes providing students multiple opportunities to demonstrate their understanding and skills through various assessment methods. It also incorporates choice-based assessments, allowing students to select from various options that align with their learning preferences and strengths, including technology integration.

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Explanation of Multiple Opportunities and Choice

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Multiple Opportunities:

Written assignments, oral presentations, hands-on projects, or multimedia creations (storyboards, discussion forums, etc).
Formative assessments throughout a unit or lesson.
Individual conferences or one-on-one discussions (giving feedback of choice to students).
Offering preferential/flexible seating work environments
Using manipulatives or assisted technology to express thinking and learning.

Choice-based Assessments:

Choosing research topics or themes for projects.
Selecting assessment options (e.g., presentation, essay, visual display).
Offering different levels of complexity or challenge within an assessment task.
Multimedia activities

Examples of Authentic and meaningful assessments

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Pre-K: Responding to a read aloud by acting out the story with peers in dramatic play or outdoor areas, assuming or assigning roles and using details from the setting and plot.
Kindergarten: Designing and building a model of a community structure, such as a school or a park, to understand its purpose and function.
Grade 2: Conducting a survey among classmates to gather data and create a graph, introducing real-world data collection and representation.
Grade 4: Researching and presenting on a famous historical figure, highlighting their impact and relevance to the present day.
Grade 5: Participating in a mock business fair, where students develop a product or service and engage in real-world marketing and sales.
Chinese (kindergarten): Storytelling: Incorporate a Chinese children's book or create a simple story using the family vocabulary. Use props, gestures, and facial expressions to make the story come alive. Encourage students to participate by repeating key vocabulary words or acting out parts of the story.
Specialist (Music Grade 1 lesson on Comparatives and Exercising Voice: 4 Voice) Voice Scavenger Hunt: Create a voice scavenger hunt where students search for different voice qualities around the classroom or school. Place labels or pictures representing each voice quality in different locations, and have students locate and demonstrate the voice quality at each stop.

Examples of Standards-Based and Progress Monitoring

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Pre-K: Using digital portfolios or multimedia presentations to showcase students' development in various areas, allowing for a dynamic and interactive assessment approach.
Kindergarten: Implementing game-based assessments on tablets or interactive whiteboards to assess early literacy and numeracy skills, providing an engaging and interactive assessment experience.
Grade 2: Utilizing online adaptive assessment platforms that adjust the difficulty level of questions based on students' responses, providing personalized and targeted feedback.
Grade 4: Incorporating project-based assessments where students collaborate on real-world problems, develop solutions, and present their findings, fostering creativity and critical thinking skills.
Grade 5: Introducing digital simulations or virtual reality experiences, allowing students to engage in authentic and immersive learning environments and assessing their understanding and decision-making skills within those contexts.
Chinese (Lesson on Nature): Nature Theater: Organize a mini theater production where students create and perform short skits or puppet shows related to nature. Encourage them to incorporate Chinese vocabulary and concepts they have learned. This activity promotes creativity, collaboration, and language application.
Specialist (Art Grade 2: Self-Portrait): Peer Feedback and Critique: Incorporate peer feedback and critique sessions where students can share their self-portraits with their classmates. Encourage students to provide constructive feedback and discuss the changes they observe in each other's artwork. This exchange of perspectives can offer fresh insights and help students analyze and compare their self-portraits more effectively.

Examples of Accessibility and Differentiation for individualized learning

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Pre-K:
1. Adaptive Assessments: Provide pre-k students with assessments that offer multiple formats for response, such as pointing to the correct response, matching, or verbally providing responses.
2. Multisensory Assessments: Engage pre-k students in a sensory activity where they explore tactile materials while learning about concepts. (For example, creating and engaging in small world play experiences to retell stories.)
3. Performance-Based Assessments: Have pre-k students create work to demonstrate their knowledge in their journal and provide opportunities for students to explain their work to the class.
Kindergarten:
1. Adaptive Assessments: Provide kindergarten students with a picture-based assessment where they can match objects to corresponding words or concepts. Offer options for manipulatives or visual aids to support their understanding.
2. Multisensory Assessments: Engage kindergarteners in a science activity where they explore different textures (e.g., rough, smooth) and categorize objects based on their texture.
3. Performance-Based Assessments: Have kindergarteners participate in a role-play activity where they act out a familiar story, demonstrating their comprehension and storytelling skills.
Grade 1:
1. Adaptive Assessments: Offer grade 1 students a math assessment that includes both visual representations and numerical equations, allowing them to choose the most comfortable way to solve problems.
2. Multisensory Assessments: Conduct a music assessment where students listen to different melodies and use rhythm instruments to reproduce the patterns they hear.
3. Performance-Based Assessments: Have grade 1 students create artwork to represent a favorite book they have read, showcasing their comprehension and creativity.
Grade 2:
1. Adaptive Assessments: Provide grade 2 students with a reading comprehension assessment that includes read-aloud options and visual supports, such as highlighted text or illustrations.
2. Multisensory Assessments: Engage students in a science experiment where they use their senses to explore and describe different objects (e.g., taste, touch, smell) and record their observations.
3. Performance-Based Assessments: Have grade 2 students work collaboratively to create a short skit or puppet show that demonstrates their understanding of a historical event or concept they have learned.
Grade 3:
1. Adaptive Assessments: Offer grade 3 students a math assessment that includes word problems with multiple visual representations and manipulatives available for support.
2. Multisensory Assessments: Conduct a geography assessment where students explore a map using tactile materials, identifying and labeling different landforms and bodies of water.
3. Performance-Based Assessments: Have grade 3 students create a multimedia presentation or poster that showcases their research on a specific animal, including its habitat, adaptations, and diet.
Grade 4:
1. Adaptive Assessments: Provide grade 4 students with a social studies assessment that offers multiple formats for response, such as written paragraphs, visual diagrams, or recorded audio explanations.
2. Multisensory Assessments: Engage students in a math activity where they use manipulatives and visual models to understand and solve fraction problems.
3. Performance-Based Assessments: Have grade 4 students work in groups to design and build a simple machine, presenting their creation and explaining its functions and benefits.
Grade 5:
- Adaptive Assessments: Offer grade 5 students a science assessment that allows them to choose between written responses or creating a video explanation for a scientific concept or experiment.
- Multisensory Assessments: Conduct a literature assessment where students analyze a poem or story by creating a sensory collage that represents the mood, tone, and imagery.
- Performance-Based Assessments: Have grade 5 students conduct a research project on a historical figure, presenting their findings through a multimedia presentation or interactive timeline.
Chinese (Grade 4 CNY lesson):

Adaptive Assessments: Provide grade 4 students with a reading comprehension assessment that offers multiple formats for response.
Multisensory Assessments: Engage grade 4 students in a hands-on activity where they create traditional Chinese New Year crafts using various materials.
Performance-Based Assessments: Have grade 4 students participate in a group activity where they prepare and present a short cultural presentation about Chinese New Year.

Specialist (PE Grade 3 Cooperative Games Lesson)

Adaptive Assessments: Provide grade 3 students with a written or verbal assessment that offers multiple formats for response. Students can respond through short written answers, oral explanations, or diagrams.
Multisensory Assessments: Engage grade 3 students in a hands-on activity where they participate in various cooperative games that involve different senses.
Performance-Based Assessments: Have grade 3 students participate in a group activity where they design and lead their own cooperative game for their classmates.

Examples of Templates for demonstrating understanding

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Digital Storyboarding: Use digital storyboarding tools or apps that provide interactive templates for students to create multimedia stories. They can add text, images, audio, and even animations to demonstrate their understanding of a narrative or concept.
Interactive Choice Boards: Create choice boards using digital tools like Padlet. Students can choose from a variety of activities or project options to demonstrate their understanding, such as creating videos, designing infographics, or engaging in virtual simulations.
Digital Mind Maps: Utilize online mind mapping tools like MindMeister or Coggle to allow students to visually organize their thoughts and demonstrate connections between ideas. They can use different colors, icons, and multimedia elements to represent their understanding.
Virtual Science Lab Reports: Incorporate virtual science lab platforms like Labster or PhET Simulations. Students can complete virtual experiments and use interactive lab report templates to record their observations, analyze data, and draw conclusions.
Augmented Reality (AR) Portfolios: Have students create AR portfolios using platforms like HP Reveal or 3DBear. They can add digital artifacts, videos, or 3D models to demonstrate their understanding of different subjects or projects.
Digital Concept Builders: Use interactive concept builder tools like Quizlet or Flipgrid to provide students with templates that allow them to create concept-based activities or quizzes. They can design flashcards, interactive videos, or audio explanations to showcase their understanding.
Gamified Assessments: Gamify assessments using platforms like Classcraft or Kahoot. Students can engage in interactive games or quizzes with templates that assess their understanding while providing a fun and competitive environment.
Video Reflection Logs: Encourage students to create video reflection logs using tools like Flipgrid or Seesaw. They can use video templates to record their reflections, share their understanding, and provide evidence of their learning growth.
Digital Exhibition Spaces: Create virtual exhibition spaces using platforms like Artsteps. Students can curate their work and use customizable templates to showcase their understanding through digital exhibits or galleries.
Interactive Digital Timelines: Utilize digital timeline tools like Timeline JS or Sutori. Students can create interactive timelines with multimedia elements, annotations, and links to demonstrate their understanding of historical events or story sequences.
Podcast Script Templates: Have students create podcasts using tools like Anchor or Soundtrap. Provide podcast script templates that guide them in writing scripts, planning segments, and incorporating their understanding of a subject into their recordings.
Interactive Digital Posters: Use interactive poster tools like Genially or Canva to allow students to create digital posters. They can use templates that include interactive elements such as videos, quizzes, or hyperlinks to showcase their understanding and engage viewers.
Digital Interactive Note-Taking: Introduce digital interactive note-taking using platforms like Notability or Microsoft OneNote. Students can use templates that offer multimedia integration, interactive elements, and collaborative features to organize and demonstrate their understanding of various subjects.
Coding Storyboards: Incorporate coding platforms like Scratch or Tynker to have students create coding storyboards. They can use templates that combine visual storytelling with block-based coding to demonstrate their understanding of a narrative or concept.
Interactive Language Learning Apps: Utilize interactive language learning apps like Duolingo or Babbel. Students can use language learning templates to demonstrate their understanding of vocabulary, grammar, and conversational skills through interactive exercises and quizzes.
Virtual Science Exhibitions: Create virtual science exhibitions using platforms like Sketchfab. Students can design their own virtual science exhibits using templates, showcasing their understanding of scientific concepts and experiments through 3D models, videos, and annotations.
Digital Media Campaigns: Engage students in creating digital media campaigns using tools like Canva or Adobe Spark. They can use campaign templates to raise awareness about a specific cause or issue, demonstrating their understanding of persuasive techniques and effective communication.
Data Visualization Infographics: Introduce data visualization tools like Tableau Public or Infogram. Students can use infographic templates to analyze and represent data in visually appealing and interactive ways, demonstrating their understanding of data interpretation and visualization.
Virtual Math Escape Rooms: Create virtual math escape rooms using platforms like Breakout EDU Digital. Students can solve math-related puzzles and challenges within a template, showcasing their understanding of mathematical concepts and problem-solving skills.
Interactive Social Studies Timelines: Utilize interactive timeline tools like Timeline JS or Preceden. Students can create interactive social studies timelines with templates, incorporating multimedia elements, annotations, and links to demonstrate their understanding of historical events and their significance.
Digital Music Composition: Introduce digital music composition tools like Soundtrap or GarageBand. Students can use music composition templates to create their own musical compositions, demonstrating their understanding of musical elements and expressing their creativity.
Virtual Science Demonstrations: Have students create virtual science demonstrations using video recording tools like Flipgrid or Screencastify. They can use demonstration templates to explain scientific concepts, perform experiments, and showcase their understanding of scientific principles.
Virtual Maker Projects: Encourage students to engage in virtual maker projects using platforms like Tinkercad or MakeCode. They can use templates to design and create virtual prototypes, demonstrating their understanding of design thinking and problem-solving skills.
Interactive Digital Comics: Utilize digital comic creation tools like Pixton or Comic Life. Students can use comic templates to create interactive and visually engaging stories that demonstrate their understanding of a topic or concept.
Digital Game Design: Introduce game design platforms like Scratch or GameMaker. Students can use game design templates to create their own educational games that showcase their understanding of a subject or concept, while engaging their peers in a fun and interactive way.
Virtual Poetry Slams: Organize virtual poetry slams using platforms like Flipgrid. Students can use poetry slam templates to perform their original poems or recite famous works, demonstrating their understanding of poetic elements and techniques.
Animated Explain-a-thon: Have students create animated explain-a-thons using tools like Powtoon or Adobe Animate. They can use animation templates to create engaging videos that explain a concept or process, demonstrating their understanding in a visually appealing and dynamic way.
Digital Collaborative Storytelling: Engage students in digital collaborative storytelling using platforms like Storybird. Students can use story templates to collectively write and illustrate stories that demonstrate their understanding of narrative elements and collaboration skills.
Virtual Math Challenges: Create virtual math challenges using platforms like Prodigy. Students can participate in online math competitions or solve math problems within a template, demonstrating their understanding of mathematical concepts and problem-solving strategies.
Digital Interview Projects: Have students conduct digital interview projects using video conferencing tools like Microsoft Teams. They can use interview templates to prepare questions, conduct interviews with experts or community members, and present their findings to demonstrate their understanding of a topic or issue.

Pre-K

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Grade Level: Pre-K

Multiple Means of Representation:

Use visual aids; both small (table top) and large (displayed prominently in the classroom to refer to during instruction and exploration)
Incorporate real-life/tactile objects and examples to help students make connections to their everyday experiences (ex: if prompt is to draw an animal include realistic figurines in addition to 2D visuals).

Multiple Means of Expression:

Provide various means for students to express their understanding. Offer options such as drawing, matching, sorting, or verbalizing ideas and understanding.
Encourage students to use gestures, body movements, dramatic play to demonstrate their understanding.

Multiple Means of Engagement:

Incorporate students' interests and experiences into the lesson. Use familiar objects or toys that represent different concepts, allowing students to engage in hands-on exploration and play.
Provide opportunities for collaboration and peer interaction. For example, assign small group activities where students work together to sort create collaborative artwork.

Language Support Strategies for EAL Learners:

Pre-teach key vocabulary using visuals and simplified language explanations.
Provide bilingual dictionaries or translated word lists to support comprehension.
Use simple and repetitive language to describe concepts, and encourage students to repeat and practice saying the words.

Lesson Activities:

Introduction (Multiple Means of Representation):

Display large visual supports.
Include visual supports in a range of areas of the classroom (writing area, construction, dramatic play, etc.)

Exploration and Play (Multiple Means of Engagement):

Design a range of engagements on varied surfaces and areas of the classroom with conceptual connections.
Allow students to freely explore and play at each station, encouraging them to engage in dialogue about what they notice or how they're using materials.

Hands-on Activities (Multiple Means of Expression):

Provide a range of paper and writing tools for students to document observations and ideas.
Offer a range of activities, allowing students to choose the ones that align with their interests and strengths.

Collaborative Work (Multiple Means of Engagement):

Divide students into small groups and provide each group with materials and space to be shared.
Encourage students to communicate and make decisions as a group.

Assessment and Reflection (Structured Templates):

Students are given prompt to demonstrate their knowledge and ideas in their journal
Incorporate a simple checklist or rubric to assess their understanding.

Grade 1

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Multiple Means of Representation:

Use a combination of visuals, such as diagrams, charts, and photographs, to represent different stages of the plant life cycle. Label the visuals with simple and clear language explanations.
Incorporate hands-on experiences, such as planting seeds or observing plants in the classroom, to make the concepts more concrete and relatable for students.

Multiple Means of Expression:

Provide various options for students to demonstrate their understanding of the plant life cycle. Offer choices such as drawing and labeling the stages of the life cycle, creating a sequence of pictures or diagrams, or orally explaining the life cycle using simple language and gestures.
Encourage students to use their creativity by allowing them to choose the mode of expression that aligns with their strengths and preferences.

Multiple Means of Engagement:

Connect the lesson to students' interests and experiences by discussing the importance of plants in their daily lives, such as providing food, oxygen, and shelter for animals.
Introduce hands-on activities, such as planting seeds and observing their growth over time, to actively engage students in the learning process.

Language Support Strategies for EAL Learners:

Pre-teach key vocabulary related to plants and their life cycle using visuals, gestures, and simplified language explanations.
Provide bilingual dictionaries or translated word lists to support comprehension of plant-related terms.
Use sentence frames or sentence starters to scaffold oral and written responses for EAL learners.

Lesson Activities:

Introduction (Multiple Means of Representation):

Display visuals, such as diagrams or photographs, that depict the different stages of the plant life cycle. Label each stage with simple and clear language explanations.
Discuss the importance of plants in our lives and engage students in a brief class discussion about their experiences with plants.

Hands-on Exploration (Multiple Means of Engagement):

Provide each student with a small pot, soil, and seeds. Instruct students to plant the seeds and observe their growth over time.
Encourage students to make observations and record their findings in a journal or on a worksheet.

Mode of Expression (Multiple Means of Expression):

Allow students to choose their preferred mode of expression to demonstrate their understanding of the plant life cycle. Options may include drawing and labeling the stages, creating a sequence of pictures or diagrams, or orally explaining the life cycle using simple language and gestures.

Real-World Connections (Relevant and Meaningful Assessments):

Assign a project where students create a visual display or presentation that showcases the plant life cycle. Encourage them to make connections between the life cycle and its practical applications in their daily lives.

Ongoing Monitoring (Aligning with Learning Standards):

Use a checklist or rubric to assess students' understanding of the plant life cycle during hands-on activities, discussions, and their chosen mode of expression.
Provide feedback and guidance to support students' ongoing learning and progress.

Differentiation and Accommodations (Fair and Equitable Assessments):

Offer differentiated options for students with diverse learning abilities. Provide additional support or adaptations as needed, such as simplified language resources or visual aids.
Consider individual accommodations, such as extended time or modified tasks, to ensure equitable assessments for all students.

Grade 2

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Multiple Means of Representation:

Use a combination of visuals, such as maps, pictures, and diagrams, to represent different aspects of communities and their needs. Label the visuals with clear and concise explanations.
Incorporate real-life examples and stories to help students connect to the concept of communities and understand their various needs.

Multiple Means of Expression:

Provide various options for students to demonstrate their understanding of communities and their needs. Offer choices such as creating a poster, writing a short story, recording a video presentation, or participating in a class discussion.
Encourage students to express their ideas using different modes, such as drawing, writing, speaking, or acting, allowing them to choose the mode that aligns with their strengths and preferences.

Multiple Means of Engagement:

Connect the lesson to students' interests and experiences by discussing different types of communities they are familiar with, such as their school, neighborhood, or sports teams.
Engage students in hands-on activities, such as creating a model of a community or participating in a community service project, to actively involve them in the learning process.

Language Support Strategies for EAL Learners:

Pre-teach key vocabulary related to communities and their needs using visuals, gestures, and simplified language explanations.
Provide sentence frames or sentence starters to support oral and written responses for EAL learners.
Offer bilingual dictionaries or translated word lists to aid comprehension of community-related terms.

Lesson Activities:

Introduction (Multiple Means of Representation):

Display visuals, such as maps or pictures, that depict different types of communities and their needs. Label each visual with clear and concise explanations.
Engage students in a class discussion about communities they are familiar with and their respective needs.

Hands-on Exploration (Multiple Means of Engagement):

Divide students into small groups and assign each group a different type of community, such as a rural community, suburban community, or urban community.
Instruct each group to create a model or drawing of their assigned community, including important features and resources that meet the community's needs.

Mode of Expression (Multiple Means of Expression):

Allow students to choose their preferred mode of expression to demonstrate their understanding of communities and their needs. Options may include creating a poster, writing a short story, recording a video presentation, or participating in a class discussion.

Real-World Connections (Relevant and Meaningful Assessments):

Assign a project where students research a specific community and its needs, and then create a presentation that showcases the community's resources and how they meet its needs. Encourage students to make connections to their own lives and experiences.

Ongoing Monitoring (Aligning with Learning Standards):

Use a rubric or checklist to assess students' understanding of communities and their needs during hands-on activities, discussions, and their chosen mode of expression.
Provide feedback and guidance to support students' ongoing learning and progress.

Differentiation and Accommodations (Fair and Equitable Assessments):

Offer differentiated options for students with diverse learning abilities. Provide additional support or adaptations as needed, such as simplified language resources or graphic organizers.
Consider individual accommodations, such as extended time or modified tasks, to ensure equitable assessments for all students.

Grade 3

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Multiple Means of Representation:

Use a combination of visuals, such as arrays, number lines, and diagrams, to represent multiplication and division concepts. Label the visuals with clear and concise explanations.
Incorporate manipulatives, such as counters or cubes, to provide concrete representations of multiplication and division problems.

Multiple Means of Expression:

Provide various options for students to demonstrate their understanding of multiplication and division. Offer choices such as creating a word problem, solving a set of equations, creating a visual representation, or explaining the concepts using their own words.
Encourage students to express their understanding through different modes, such as writing, drawing, speaking, or using manipulatives, allowing them to choose the mode that aligns with their strengths and preferences.

Multiple Means of Engagement:

Connect the lesson to students' interests and experiences by discussing real-life scenarios where multiplication and division are used, such as sharing items among friends or calculating the total number of objects in a collection.
Engage students in hands-on activities, such as using manipulatives to solve multiplication and division problems or playing math games that reinforce the concepts.

Language Support Strategies for EAL Learners:

Pre-teach key vocabulary related to multiplication and division using visuals, gestures, and simplified language explanations.
Provide sentence frames or sentence starters to support oral and written responses for EAL learners.
Offer bilingual dictionaries or translated word lists to aid comprehension of math-related terms.

Lesson Activities:

Introduction (Multiple Means of Representation):

Display visuals, such as arrays or number lines, that represent multiplication and division problems. Label each visual with clear and concise explanations.
Engage students in a class discussion about real-life situations where multiplication and division are used.

Hands-on Exploration (Multiple Means of Engagement):

Provide each student with manipulatives, such as counters or cubes, and a set of multiplication and division problems.
Instruct students to use the manipulatives to solve the problems and show their thinking using the concrete materials.

Mode of Expression (Multiple Means of Expression):

Allow students to choose their preferred mode of expression to demonstrate their understanding of multiplication and division. Options may include creating a word problem, solving a set of equations, creating a visual representation, or explaining the concepts using their own words.

Real-World Connections (Relevant and Meaningful Assessments):

Assign a project where students research a real-life situation that involves multiplication or division, such as calculating the cost of items for a party or determining the number of groups needed for a game. Students can create a presentation or poster that showcases their understanding and how it applies to the real world.

Ongoing Monitoring (Aligning with Learning Standards):

Use a rubric or checklist to assess students' understanding of multiplication and division during hands-on activities, discussions, and their chosen mode of expression.
Provide feedback and guidance to support students' ongoing learning and progress.

Differentiation and Accommodations (Fair and Equitable Assessments):

Offer differentiated options for students with diverse learning abilities. Provide additional support or adaptations as needed, such as simplified language resources or graphic organizers.
Consider individual accommodations, such as extended time or modified tasks, to ensure equitable assessments for all students.

Grade 4

amciccone — 2024-01-27 08:58:50 UTC

Multiple Means of Representation:

Use a combination of visuals, such as diagrams, photographs, and videos, to represent different ecosystems. Label the visuals with clear and concise explanations.
Incorporate hands-on experiences, such as field trips or virtual simulations, to provide students with real-life examples of ecosystems.

Multiple Means of Expression:

Provide various options for students to demonstrate their understanding of ecosystems. Offer choices such as creating a poster, writing a report, giving an oral presentation, or designing a model.
Encourage students to express their understanding through different modes, such as writing, drawing, speaking, or using technology, allowing them to choose the mode that aligns with their strengths and preferences.

Multiple Means of Engagement:

Connect the lesson to students' interests and experiences by discussing ecosystems they have encountered, such as forests, deserts, or coral reefs. Relate the discussion to the importance of ecosystems in supporting plant and animal life.
Engage students in interactive activities, such as conducting experiments or playing educational games, to actively involve them in the learning process.

Language Support Strategies for EAL Learners:

Pre-teach key vocabulary related to ecosystems using visuals, gestures, and simplified language explanations.
Provide sentence frames or sentence starters to support oral and written responses for EAL learners.
Offer bilingual dictionaries or translated word lists to aid comprehension of science-related terms.

Lesson Activities:

Introduction (Multiple Means of Representation):

Display visuals, such as diagrams or photographs, that represent different ecosystems. Label each visual with clear and concise explanations.
Engage students in a class discussion about the characteristics of ecosystems and their importance in supporting plant and animal life.

Hands-on Exploration (Multiple Means of Engagement):

Organize a virtual exploration or field trip to a local ecosystem, allowing students to observe and interact with the environment.
Instruct students to take notes and make observations about the plants, animals, and physical features they encounter.

Mode of Expression (Multiple Means of Expression):

Allow students to choose their preferred mode of expression to demonstrate their understanding of ecosystems. Options may include creating a poster, writing a report, giving an oral presentation, or designing a model.

Real-World Connections (Relevant and Meaningful Assessments):

Assign a project where students research a specific ecosystem and its inhabitants. Students can create a presentation or report that showcases their understanding of the ecosystem's characteristics, the relationships among its organisms, and the environmental factors that affect its sustainability.

Ongoing Monitoring (Aligning with Learning Standards):

Use a rubric or checklist to assess students' understanding of ecosystems during hands-on activities, discussions, and their chosen mode of expression.
Provide feedback and guidance to support students' ongoing learning and progress.

Differentiation and Accommodations (Fair and Equitable Assessments):

Offer differentiated options for students with diverse learning abilities. Provide additional support or adaptations as needed, such as simplified language resources or graphic organizers.
Consider individual accommodations, such as extended time or modified tasks, to ensure equitable assessments for all students.

Grade 5

amciccone — 2024-01-27 08:58:55 UTC

Multiple Means of Representation:

Use a combination of visuals, such as maps, primary source documents, and images, to represent key events and figures of the American Revolution. Label the visuals with clear and concise explanations.
Incorporate multimedia resources, such as videos or interactive websites, to provide students with different perspectives and narratives related to the American Revolution.

Multiple Means of Expression:

Provide various options for students to demonstrate their understanding of the American Revolution. Offer choices such as creating a timeline, writing a diary entry from a historical figure's perspective, performing a skit, or designing a digital presentation.
Encourage students to express their understanding through different modes, such as writing, speaking, creating visual representations, or using technology, allowing them to choose the mode that aligns with their strengths and preferences.

Multiple Means of Engagement:

Connect the lesson to students' interests and experiences by discussing the concepts of freedom, justice, and independence. Relate the discussion to current events or situations where these concepts are relevant.
Engage students in interactive activities, such as debates, simulations, or role-playing games, to actively involve them in exploring the causes and effects of the American Revolution.

Language Support Strategies for EAL Learners:

Pre-teach key vocabulary related to the American Revolution using visuals, gestures, and simplified language explanations.
Provide sentence frames or sentence starters to support oral and written responses for EAL learners.
Offer bilingual dictionaries or translated word lists to aid comprehension of historical terms.

Lesson Activities:

Introduction (Multiple Means of Representation):

Display visuals, such as maps or images, that represent key events and figures of the American Revolution. Label each visual with clear and concise explanations.
Engage students in a class discussion about the causes and significance of the American Revolution, highlighting the concepts of freedom and independence.

Inquiry-Based Exploration (Multiple Means of Engagement):

Divide students into small groups and assign each group a specific event or figure from the American Revolution.
Instruct students to research their assigned topic using a variety of resources, including primary source documents, books, and online articles.

Mode of Expression (Multiple Means of Expression):

Allow students to choose their preferred mode of expression to demonstrate their understanding of the American Revolution. Options may include creating a timeline, writing a diary entry, performing a skit, or designing a digital presentation.

Real-World Connections (Relevant and Meaningful Assessments):

Assign a project where students research a current event or issue related to freedom and justice and connect it to the principles and ideals of the American Revolution. Students can create a presentation or write an essay that explains the connections and implications.

Ongoing Monitoring (Aligning with Learning Standards):

Use a rubric or checklist to assess students' understanding of the American Revolution during discussions, group work, and their chosen mode of expression.
Provide feedback and guidance to support students' ongoing learning and progress.

Differentiation and Accommodations (Fair and Equitable Assessments):

Offer differentiated options for students with diverse learning abilities. Provide additional support or adaptations as needed, such as simplified language resources or graphic organizers.
Consider individual accommodations, such as extended time or modified tasks, to ensure equitable assessments for all students.

Specialist

amciccone — 2024-01-27 08:59:02 UTC

For Music Teachers

Multiple Means of Representation:

Use a combination of musical notation, audio recordings, and visual aids to represent different musical elements and concepts in composition.
Incorporate examples of diverse musical styles and genres to expose students to a range of musical possibilities.

Multiple Means of Expression:

Provide various options for students to demonstrate their understanding of music composition. Offer choices such as composing a melody, creating a chord progression, arranging an existing piece, or improvising a musical phrase.
Encourage students to express their musical ideas through different mediums, such as notation software, audio recording, or live performance, allowing them to choose the mode that aligns with their strengths and preferences.

Multiple Means of Engagement:

Connect the lesson to students' interests and experiences by discussing popular songs or musical genres they enjoy and how they can incorporate elements from those styles into their compositions.
Engage students in collaborative activities, such as composing in small groups or providing feedback on each other's compositions, to foster peer interaction and shared learning experiences.

Language Support Strategies for EAL Learners:

Simplify musical terminology and clearly explain musical concepts using visuals, gestures, and simplified language.
Offer bilingual glossaries or translated resources that explain musical terms and notation symbols in students' native languages.
Provide scaffolding tools, such as graphic organizers or templates, to help EAL learners organize and express their musical ideas effectively.

Lesson Activities:

Introduction (Multiple Means of Representation):

Display musical notation examples and audio recordings of different musical compositions across various genres.
Engage students in a class discussion about the elements of music composition, such as melody, harmony, rhythm, and form.

Exploration and Practice (Multiple Means of Engagement):

Provide students with opportunities to explore different musical concepts through guided composition exercises. For example, ask students to compose a short melody using a specific set of notes or chords.
Encourage students to experiment with different instruments or music software to create and refine their compositions.

Mode of Expression (Multiple Means of Expression):

Allow students to choose their preferred mode of expression to demonstrate their understanding of music composition. Options may include notating their composition, recording an audio performance, or creating a digital presentation with excerpts of their composition.

Real-World Connections (Relevant and Meaningful Assessments):

Assign a project where students compose music for a specific purpose or context, such as a short film, a commercial jingle, or a school event. Students can present their compositions and explain how they incorporated specific musical techniques to enhance the intended effect.

Ongoing Monitoring (Aligning with Learning Standards):

Use a rubric or checklist to assess students' understanding of music composition during their practice exercises, peer collaborations, and their final compositions.
Provide feedback and guidance to support students' ongoing learning and progress.

Differentiation and Accommodations (Fair and Equitable Assessments):

Offer differentiated options for students with diverse learning abilities. Provide additional support or adaptations as needed, such as simplified musical notation resources or guided composition templates.
Consider individual accommodations, such as extended time or modified tasks, to ensure equitable student assessments.

Examples of progress monitoring and self-reflection

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Digital progress monitoring: Seesaw platform/seesaw posts/interaction with parents

Rubric for projects/formative writing assessment (AI generated)

Students' binder to keep worksheet/workbooks/project as portfolio
PTC as self-reflection opportunity for progress monitoring

Examples of technology integration

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Pre-K: Use digital storytelling apps or platforms that allow pre-k students to create their own digital stories. They can choose from a variety of characters, backgrounds, and props, and narrate their stories using their own voice. This activity promotes language development, creativity, and sequencing skills.
Kindergarten: Virtual Science Simulations: Utilize virtual science simulations or interactive simulations designed for kindergarten students.
Grade 1: Digital Pen Pals: Connect Grade 1 students with other classrooms or students from different locations using digital platforms.
Grade 2: Global Connections: Connect Grade 2 students with classrooms or students from different parts of the world using video conferencing tools, collaborative platforms, or online pen pal programs.
Grade 3: Podcasting: Have Grade 3 students create their own podcasts on various topics.
Grade 4: Podcast Analysis and Reflection: Engage Grade 4 students in analyzing and reflecting on podcasts.
Grade 5: Utilize timeline creation tools or interactive timeline software where students can organize and present their research findings about the historical figure in a dynamic and interactive format.
Chinese (Grade 4 CNY): Incorporate augmented reality (AR) or virtual reality (VR) experiences that allow students to virtually explore traditional Chinese New Year celebrations, such as visiting a virtual temple fair or watching a virtual lion dance performance.
Specialist (PE Coop Games Grade 3): Use video recording devices to capture students' performances during cooperative games for self-reflection and analysis.