This module has helped me think about student-centered assessment in the following ways...
I feel like I am more explicitly thinking about the specific criteria I am looking for in an assessment. Rather than creating the assessment and then figuring out the rubric afterwards, thinking about the rubric concurrently allows me to really think about what I want my students to be able to do and what I need to see in their assessment in order for me to know they learned. I feel more confident and at ease planning and teaching lessons that are leading up to an already well-planned set assessment and rubric. Having students evaluate their work and the work of others is something I have done before, but feel I have more tools to use when developing these types of peer evaluation opportunities.
I agree with you that creating the assessment while thinking about the rubric concurrently really provides the opportunity to reflect on what you want your students to be able to do, and demonstrate, in the assessments. Having assessments and rubrics are a valuable tool to have students evaluate their own work and the work of others, and involve them more in the learning process. These help to create a more self-directed student classroom. Thank you for sharing.
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I agree with both of you, I find I am starting to create my rubrics before creating projects / assignments. I find it easier to plan what I want based on where I want to end up! It is uplifting to read how positive this experience has been for you and how many more tools you are gaining for your teacher toolbelt.
ReplyDeleteThanks for letting me read your thoughts :)
Laura