This session addresses two questions that are central to social studies assessment: How do we know students are learning? and How do we know our teaching is effective? Because assessment often provides only a snapshot of learning, social studies teachers need a variety of tools and strategies to gauge students' knowledge.
To help you refine your assessment skills, in this session you will:
Explore the meaning, types, and uses of assessment.
Learn how assessment strategies can be used effectively in different learning contexts.
Apply criteria to analyze assessment strategies.
Apply session content and strategies to your own teaching.
Learning Goals
At the end of this session you will be able to:
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Define assessment strategies.
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Identify criteria for designing assessments.
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Apply a variety of assessment strategies to social studies instruction.
