Student Learning Assessment | Origin: ED103
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In the CTE programs we give assessments to see where students knowledge is on a task. I believe through reading this we should have both hands-on assessments and written assessments to get a better feel of where their knowledge is. We have to remember that our students are hands-on learners. As Bloom's Taxonomy mentions, we should engage student in higher levels of learning.
This module showed me different ways to move throughout the informational based assessments and generalized assessments approach. What you see from interaction and lessons can really help develop and implement the correct assessment.
Assessments are the best way for you as an instructor and the students to see where they are and where they need to improve and change teaching methods to insure desired outcomes.
I really like the ide that if a student does not have the opportunity or is not assisted in developing the needed soft skills for employment success then the instructor and the institution are not preparing the student for career success.
I learned assessments are important to see where students are in their learning. I learned about CATS and one minute paper.
Student Learning Assessment
There are two types of assessments we need to familiarize ourselves with as instructors: formative and summative. Formative assessments are most popular and traditional. Students take a test, regurgitate answers and that tests their knowledge. These assessments can also include quizzes, labs, projects or special assignments. When trying to understand how much knowledge and application of knowledge (SKILL) the student has incorporated, a summative assessment is made. Summative assessments can include objective such as asking students to recall facts that are relevant to their field. A subjective summative assessment can involve problem solving, formula applications, studies found in their field and how they relate to their knowledge.
One of my biggest takeaways from this lesson is the observation that "post-Enron," the need for ethical business principles emerged. At the end of the day, we equip our students with the skills to function in what is ultimately, a moral world. Therefore, should we not also challenge our students to examine the moral assumptions that shape and inform their professional activities?
Classroom delivery is a Ying Yang approach , you give content, students receive and in return give back by testing, showing or demonstrating what they learned
This module gives you the ideas to implement assessments and to promote critical thinking. Taking an assessment at the beginning of the course gives you as well as the students a baseline of what they know and how to tailor their instruction.
Evaluation and assessment of students. using different types of evaluattion methods.
This module helped me understand that assessment should be more than simply assigning a grade. It should help determine whether students actually understand the material and where they may need additional instruction or practice. I intend to apply this by using a variety of assessment methods throughout a project, including observation, questions, demonstrations, and the finished product. In my CTE classroom, hands on projects give me a good opportunity to see whether students can actually apply a skill rather than simply recall information. I also want to use assessment results to adjust my instruction when students are struggling with a particular concept or skill.
Critical thinking can be used in any course, even with ones were not familiar with. This module highlights what it is and how to use it. I would like to maximize it in any situation.
Assessments can be done in several ways.
I learned that assesments are important for checking student understanding and identifying areas where they may need some support. I will use different types of assesments in my class and use the results to help improve student learning.
This module covered Bloom's taxonomy, which describes increasing levels of complexity in understanding. I will incorporate this concept when teaching by starting with basic knowledge questions, advancing to comprehension type questions, and then seeing if students can reach the application and analysis levels. This will of course depend on how far the students are in their studies.
Providing immediate (or timely) feedback allows students the information they need to focus on the areas that need growth and feel accomplished in the areas that they are performing well.
Research has shown that more positions are lost due to ineffective communications skills and personality issues than to poor skill levels. Instructors need to reflect the standards of their field in requiring students to communicate properly and professionally.
I learned that student's assessment should accurately measure the knowledge, and skills students are expected to demonstrate. Assessments should algin with learning objectives and provide useful feedback about student progress. I plan to use a variety of assessments methods, including written work, questioning, and hands-on performance, to identify areas of strength and where additional instruction may be needed.
assessments can be done in a variety of way, to ensure each participant has a good a fair chance of understanding the course material
