EDUC 237-Types of Assessments

Where should teachers begin when planning a lesson or a unit?

• Teachers Pay Teachers

• A Team Teacher

• Academic Standards

• Pre-Assessment

Answer explanation

Effective teachers ALWAYS begin with the standards!

Which of the following would a teacher use to give an Assessment FOR Learning?

• A self-assessment given during the lesson.

• An assigned project due by the end of the unit.

• An Essay

• Taking the ACT exam.

Answer explanation

Any type of assessment given during a lesson should be used to adjust the instruction and get an idea of how students are learning the content.

Highly Effective teachers do all of the following EXCEPT...

• Spend time teaching students what is expected in the classroom.

• Wait until the last minute to plan instruction.

• Use data to inform instructional decisions.

• Reflect on how well the lesson went so that students can be retaught or enriched on the content/skills.

Answer explanation

Effective teachers NEVER wait until the last minute to plan instruction. Organization and planning is required for this profession.

How might you use this assessment in a real classroom setting?