EDUC 905 - Formative Assessment

Credits: 3
The largest gains in student achievement can be seen in proper application of classroom-level formative assessment. Research from the past two decades validate the importance of formative assessments. This course is an introductory look at formative assessments within a standards-based instructional model. Participants will learn proven models of formative assessment and practice its application in the classroom. In addition, participants will learn the process of creating effective formative assessments, review and evaluate models formative assessments, and create a formative assessment process to implement in a classroom. Finally, participants will reflect on their assessments.

NOTE: Required textbooks must be purchased separately.