Assessment that inform instruction

A formative assessment is:

• for learning

• of learning

Why should I use formative assessments?

• to make decisions about current instruction

• to check for understanding of student learning

• to make decisions about future instruction

• all of the above

Why are formative assessments important?

• It is used to guide instruction

• Adds a grade to the gradebook

• Tells teachers who their advanced learners are

• Shows administration evidence of teacher planning

Formative assessment is

• given prior to instruction

• used during instruction

• used for standards based grading

• given at the end of a unit

Of the following statements, identify which of these are TRUE of formative assessment.

• A. They must always be graded

• B. They guide instruction for the teacher.

• C. They provide valuable feedback for teachers

• D. B & C