Learn how to define proficiency accurately and differentiate to help all students achieve it. With a focus on mixed-ability classes, the author outlines instructional practices that engage, empower, and motivate students. Using stories, strategies, case histories, and sample documents, he explains how to implement equitable instruction, assessment, grading, and reporting practices for diverse 21st century learners.
Updated colour photo interior. Damian's own story of the debilitating illness, anorexia nervosa, that his single mother suffered from throughout his childhood. The mother and son formed a close bond and the boy's description of their life together is filled with both joy and sadness.
Assessment is overdue for a technology-supported reboot, and this practical guide will help you do just that. Within its pages, you'll discover a technology-supported and balanced approach to assessment for learning that includes conversations and performance-based observations as key components. Real-world case studies and differentiated implementation options are available throughout the book to help you identify your current level of knowledge, gain confidence, and hone your skills. Use this book to guide your journey to effective performance-based assessment: Understand how balanced classroom assessment leads to deeper student engagement, greater equity, and increased reliability. Discover the role of formative and summative assessments and how to use triangulation to assess student learning outcomes. Watch video clips that feature real-life teachers and students implementing balanced assessment in the classroom. Learn how to develop positive relationships with students and create a learning environment characterized by trust and collaboration. Understand how to use technology and digital evidence to support assessment, including student self-assessment and peer assessment. Rely on the teacher-readiness scale to help you identify your comfort level with the types of assessment and approaches within the book. Contents: Introduction Chapter 1: Why Is Balanced Assessment Important? Chapter 2: How Do I Plan Balanced Assessments? Chapter 3: How Do I Assess Through Observation and Conversation? Chapter 4: How Can I Use Technology to Benefit Assessment? Chapter 5: How Do I Use a VOCAL Approach to Improve Learning? Chapter 6: How Do I Communicate About Learning in the Digital Age? Epilogue Appendix References and Resources Index
The purpose of the Educators' Resource Guide is to provide educators with guidelines and/or direction for assessment, evaluation, and communication of student achievement; engage educators in professional learning and dialogue with respect to best practice in assessment, evaluation, and communication of student achievement; cite links to relevant policy and procedure regarding assessment, evaluation, and communication of student achievement."--Page 12.
The magical, mythical beings of pure energy known as unicorns stand ready to help and guide humanity in this beautiful deck of affirmations, which features a unique unicorn on every card. By attuning to the pack and drawing a card, users gain access to the wisdom of unicorns to help with meditation or daily navigation. The simple messages of guidance and inspiration will be welcome to both adults and children striving to connect with themselves and improve their inner lives.
Provids a comprehensive picture of the nature and extent of these changes for individuals requires close study not just of pay packets, but of total earnings, hours worked, employment security, employee voice, and workplace climate. Such a study can be conducted by means of large, comprehensive surveys and/or by qualitative analysis of experience (for example, by means of in-depth interviews), and preferably by a combination of the two methodologies.
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