Formative Assessments and Achievement Gap

What is the primary goal of formative assessments?

• To evaluate students at the end of the year

• To inform teachers about student learning and adjust teaching

• To replace summative assessments

• To provide grades for report cards

Which of the following is NOT a type of formative assessment mentioned?

• Graphic organizer

• Journal response

• Exit slip

• Standardized test

Why is it important for teachers to check for understanding daily?

• To prepare for parent-teacher meetings

• To increase homework assignments

• To ensure students have mastered concepts before final assessments

• To reduce the number of tests students take

What is the purpose of analyzing summative assessment data?

• To create new teaching materials

• To decide on student promotions

• To determine the effectiveness of formative assessments

• To compare students with national averages

What percentage of Hispanic students were proficient and advanced in reading?

• 13%

• 19%

• 97%

• 74%

How does the school's performance compare to the state average for African-American students?

• Below the state average

• Equal to the state average

• Above the state average

• No comparison available

What is necessary to implement formative assessments effectively?

• A structured plan in the building

• More homework assignments

• Increased class sizes

• Less focus on student feedback

What drives instructional practices according to the video?

• Parent feedback

• Summative assessments

• Formative assessments

• State regulations

What is a key strategy in teaching practices as per the video?

• Annual reviews

• Monthly projects

• Formative assessments

• Weekly tests

What is the role of formative assessments in daily instruction?

• To adjust teaching based on student learning

• To finalize grades

• To replace homework

• To prepare for standardized tests