Assessment Literacy
InformationWhat is Classroom Assessment Literacy?
The knowledge and skills needed to
What are the components of Classroom Assessment Literacy? Accuracy:
Why train in Assessment Literacy? Do you want to ...?
Contact InformationFiles & TextsNetwork Event (May 30, 2019)
Network Event (May 31, 2018) Inside the Black Box InspirEd Standards May Change, but the Process Remains Assessment Practice Inventory Survey Results, Hanover, 2014 Password Protected Materials for participants
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School Year 2021-22All offerings for 2021-22 school year will meet VIRTUALLY on Zoom unless otherwise stated.
------------------------------------------------------- Assessment Literacy Network: Teaching the Standards in a Socially-Just Classroom (series) Many educators say they have high-expectations for student learning, but who gets to set those expectations? And how do we define and measure "success"? Before we can better center students in their learning we must learn how to de-center ourselves. Join the Assessment Literacy Network this year as we explore the connection between Culturally Responsive Teaching and Formative Assessment and learn more about how classroom assessment can be used a tool for social justice AND high academic achievement! Sep 16: Understanding Assessment as a Tool for Social Justice Oct 19: Putting the Standards in Context Nov 16: Engaging Multiple Perspectives to answer What do the standards mean? Dec 14: Co-Constructing our Definition of Mastery Jan 11: Seeing Students’ Genius Feb 8: Responding to What Students Tell Us Mar 8: Letting Students Take the Lead Apr 19: Communicating Student Learning Educators new to this learning should plan to attend all sessions in the series. Those who have already engaged in the Assessment for Learning series or are current members of the Assessment Literacy Network may select to attend individual sessions. (K-12, all subjects/roles) 4:00-5:30 pm Registration ------------------------------------------------------- The 7 Strategies of Assessment for Learning (series) Are you looking for ways to make your classroom more student-driven? Join us for this three-part series as we explore 'The 7 Strategies of Assessment for Learning' and discover how to use the formative assessment process to foster student learning and agency! Participants may select to attend individual sessions or the full series. (k-12, all subjects/roles) Sep 30, Nov 11, Dec 9 4:00-6:00 pm Registration ------------------------------------------------------- Book Study: Grading for Equity Join fellow educators to deepen your understanding of how traditional grading practices inhibit equity in our schools and disempower students and teachers. Identify ways in which you can change your own practices and policies to be more just and promote student agency. Participants should come to each session having read the assigned chapters. (6-12, all subjects/roles) 3 Part Series: Available by Request aolmstead@washtenawisd.org ------------------------------------------------------- Socially Just Assessment & Grading (series) You are an educator committed to social justice, but how do your own assessment and grading practices uphold unjust systems? Join us to learn more about how you can use assessment and grading to begin to push on the system and create more socially just classrooms and schools. (k-12, all subjects/roles) 4 Part Series: Available by Request aolmstead@washtenawisd.org ------------------------------------------------------- Intro to Standards-Based Grading Join us for this introductory session where we will explore the key characteristics of equitable standards-based grading and it's connection to student learning, motivation, and agency. Learn more about the prerequisite knowledge and skills you'll need to effectively shift to a standards-based classroom that better supports teachers', students', and caregivers' information needs. (k-12, all subjects/roles) Available by Request aolmstead@washtenawisd.org ------------------------------------------------------- Assessment for Learning Series Engage in this intensive 6 part series to begin deepening your understanding and use of effective classroom assessments. Learn more about the formative assessment cycle and its role in supporting student agency in their learning. Learn how to use classroom assessment not only to gather accurate information about student learning but to also improve student engagement, motivation and achievement and create classrooms and schools that are truly learning- and student-centered. This series will include viewing presentations as well as independent work/application. (all grades/subjects/roles) Self-Paced Modules Coming Soon! *Educators wishing to continue their learning following this series are encouraged to join the Assessment Literacy Network for the 2021-22 school year. |
