Formative Assessment Strategies Overview

Kate Jones, a history teacher, discusses formative assessment strategies, emphasizing their importance in teaching and learning. She contrasts formative with summative assessment, highlighting the ongoing nature of formative assessment. The video covers five key strategies, the role of feedback, and the importance of peer assessment. It also stresses the need for students to take ownership of their learning, supported by teacher and peer feedback.

What is the primary focus of Kate Jones's book?

• Five formative assessment strategies

• History of education

• Summative assessment techniques

• Classroom management tips

Who co-authored the book with Dylan William on formative assessment strategies?

• Siobhan Leahy

• Tom Sherrington

• John Hattie

• Shirley Clark

How does formative assessment differ from summative assessment?

• Formative assessment is high stakes

• Summative assessment is informal

• Summative assessment is ongoing

• Formative assessment is ongoing and supports learning

What is a key characteristic of formative assessment?

• It is a one-time evaluation

• It is ongoing and responsive

• It is only for teachers

• It is used for grading

Which of the following is NOT a component of formative assessment strategies?

• Success criteria

• Student ownership

• Learning intentions

• Final exams

What should success criteria focus on?

• Classroom rules

• The final grade

• Steps in the learning process

• Teacher's expectations

What is the role of feedback in formative assessment?

• To provide grades

• To help students improve and understand their learning

• To compare students with each other

• To finalize student evaluations

What is the importance of peer assessment in formative assessment?

• To finalize grades

• To use students as learning resources for each other

• To reduce teacher's workload

• To create competition

What is the ultimate goal of activating students as owners of their own learning?

• To help students independently improve and progress

• To encourage competition among students

• To prepare students for standardized tests

• To reduce teacher workload

What does Kate Jones hope her book will achieve?

• Focus solely on history education

• Increase sales of educational books

• Spark conversations and provide practical tips for teachers

• Replace traditional teaching methods