The importance of ensuring the summative assessment is aligned with standards and formative assessments.
I love the idea of the "muddiest point." I think could be greatly utilized in my curriculum
I like how the module focused on beginning with the end in mind. Often, I can see myself being overwhelmed thinking that way, but in actuality, it provides direction and clarity instead. I always like learning about ways to differentiate instruction. It can be easy to get into a groove doing the same things over and over again, so it is really important to be mindful of alternative ways to differentiate instruction while keeping students engaged. Including various forms of assessment is important and this is something I intend to continue to work on with my students. I hope to continue to expand my knowledge in vertical alignment capabilities in order to help my students better understand all of their options.
The table comparing license, certificate, certification, and degree was enlightening.
I will be trying to use formative and summative assessment more often. Very good way of keeping track and assessing my classroom.
This module has taught me that assessments throughout a course are a great tool.
By integrating assessments into a feedback loop between teaching and learning, they become a tool for growth rather than just a measure of performance. Also, using student assessments effectively involves a strategic approach to gathering, interpreting, and applying the information they provide.
I've learned that formative assessments are an important part of teaching CTE curriculum. They not only show where students are at in their learning, but also where I need improvement in delivery so they understand the information needed for success.
I am planning to use entry and exit slips, free writing, and "muddiest point" as formative assessments for my student this year for checks and balances. I also like the idea of giving the students with higher understanding the chance to help their peers prepare before a summative assessment takes place so everyone is on a common "playing field" prior to assigning the assessment for a grade.
As a Machine Tech teacher I think by teaching the individual skills, and grading the final project that applies all of those skills, is a really good way to apply the formative and cumulative assesments.
Different types of assessments will yield different results and it is important to use assessments as a tool for collecting data rather than just another activity. Working backwards through a lesson is an interesting concept to me however I can easily understand why going backwards better identifies and defines the course learning objective.
I think that learning about summative assessments and understanding industry needs will be key to ensuring that my CTE program teaches the students valuable skills needed to perform in their new chosen field.
I have a better understanding of Assessments and when to use and how to use either summative or formative with students for them to get the most out of my program. Using IRC to help students map their goals and what they will need to obtain and further their education as well as giving them an advantage right out of school will be huge confidence booster
Formative assessments are used "along the way" and summative are used "at the end."
Stackable credentials are hugely motivating for students because they offer reward without the overwhelming specter of a definitive commitment, which can be a relief at the high school age of our students.
I learned the difference of formative and summative assessments and how to use both
Competency-based learning only makes sense in a CTE classroom.
Formative assessments allow teachers to use multiple ways to check student's progress and their own teaching. Summative assessments should be used at the end of instruction and must be aligned to the learning objectives. I also learned that we need to provide all students opportunities for success and a good way to do that is to ensure our assessments are authentic to the job and by including all learning domains (cognitive, psychomotor and affective) when developing assessments.
Formative, Summative, Industry Credentials
I gained some useful tools to try (like the "muddiest point"...very apropos for our horticulture program!).
