Course Description

An effective assessment system provides clarity, consistency, and meaningful feedback throughout instruction. How an Assessment System Works is an online professional development course that helps educators understand the three essential steps of an adequate assessment system. This course also explains how assessment is used throughout a lesson, supporting instructional decisions, monitoring progress, and guiding learners toward successful outcomes.

Course Curriculum

    1. Learning Goals

    1. WebBook: Why An Assessment System Works

    2. Study Slides: The Three Prongs of Assessment

    3. Check What You Know

    4. Study Slides: Using Assessments Throughout a Lesson

    5. Check What You Know

    1. Assessment

    2. Feedback

About This Course

  • $30.95
  • 2 Hours
  • 365 Days of Access
  • Online, self-paced

Learning Objectives

  • Describe the three steps required for an adequate assessment system

  • Explain how assessment is used throughout a lesson

  • Recognize how an effective assessment system supports learning and instructional decision-making

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