Building quick and frequent checks for understanding into lessons can help teachers spot learning gaps in real time and adjust instruction before moving on.
Quick, mid-lesson checks for understanding are a crucial way to evaluate student progress and comprehension without relying on—or waiting for—intimidating, high-stakes exams at the end of a unit. These 7 formative assessment activities are quick, fun, and useful for spotting fuzzy understanding in real time–which is important when gauging whether to move on or circle back for a reteach.
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Quick, mid-lesson checks for understanding are a crucial way to evaluate student progress and comprehension without relying on—or waiting for—intimidating, high-stakes exams at the end of a unit. These 7 formative assessment activities are quick, fun, and useful for spotting fuzzy understanding in real time–which is important when gauging whether to move on or circle back for a reteach.
For more strategies on formative assessment, visit: https://www.edutopia.org/topic/formative-assessment
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