There are many forms of assessment. Students should be assessed in different ways because all children learn differently. Personally I think test (paper and pencil) are not the best forms of assessment. When teaching writing: I enjoy having students make portfolios to keep their writings in. After my students put their thoughts on paper I also enjoy conferencing with them. I enjoy talking with my students and having them explain their thoughts and encourage them to write with details. The portfolios also show the progress of the students and also allows students to go back and edit and read their work. The anecdotal record keeping is what I need to do more of. Anecdotal recording keeping is a must to make sure that everyday runs smoothly and progress and behavior are monitored. Using this type of record keeping allows the teacher to make sure she/he has what they need for conferencing and documentation.
The Red Capes have a discussion of different forms of assessment. One is an observational assessment and monitoring students' progress and steps of research. Our students will be role playing and completing research on the John Wheeler House. The students will be required to complete research and be able to portray someone from that time period.
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I too plan to increase my use of anecdotal notes. I don't think we utilize them enough at the middle school level.
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