Assessment Experiences Focused on Knowledge Transfer
Rethinking the way we define the demonstration of knowledge can be a helpful way to prove mastery in a competency.
Resources
Seminole County Public Schools – Defining Learning Objectives with Partners
Rethinking the way we define the demonstration of knowledge can be a helpful way to prove mastery.
Pascack Valley Regional High School District – Developing a Vision Collaboratively
This play shows that a CBE implementation is strengthened with the buy-in of these critical stakeholders. It also shows the benefits of rethinking the way we define the demonstration of knowledge can be a helpful way to prove mastery.
Franklin West Supervisory Union – Focusing Assessments on Knowledge Transfer
Rethinking the way we define the demonstration of knowledge can be a helpful way to prove mastery in a competency.
When Students Track their Progress ASCD »
Marzano article arguing that students perform higher when they track progress because (1) Teachers must define what students should be able to do through a rubric (2) Students have a representation of their learning. 3 caveats for effectiveness: 1) Assessments must focus on single goal; 2) Rubrics should be used instead of points; 3) A variety of assessment types should be used.
The End of the Big Test Getting Smart Blog »
Article focusing on innovation zones that organizations use to change student assessment.
The Role of Assessment Instruments in a Competency-Based System CompetencyWorks »
Blog post proposing a paradigm shift in assessment instruments, rubrics in particular.
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toolkit was created through a partnership with Digital Promise and Education Elements.
