Micro-Assessments
Designing and implementing micro-assessments for feedback
Micro-assessments are informal in nature and if cleverly designed can give immediate feedback to the student, and provide the teacher with important evidence of the learning success of an individual student and the class as a whole.
What is Bell Work?
Bell work is a term that refers to a short activity or task that is assigned to students at the beginning of class, typically as soon as the bell rings to start the period. It is also sometimes called a "bell ringer" or "do now" activity.
The purpose of bell work is to engage students in learning from the moment they enter the classroom and to help them transition into a learning mindset. Bell work can take many forms, such as a quick review of previous material, a writing prompt, a problem-solving activity, or a vocabulary exercise. It is usually a low-stakes activity that can be completed in a short amount of time, such as 5-10 minutes, and is designed to set the tone for the rest of the class period.
What is an Exit Ticket?
An exit ticket is a brief assessment given to students at the end of a lesson or class to gauge their understanding of the material covered. The purpose of an exit ticket is to provide the teacher with immediate feedback on the effectiveness of the lesson and to identify areas where students may need additional support or clarification.
An exit ticket can take many forms, such as a question, prompt, or task that requires students to reflect on the content of the lesson. It can be completed on a small piece of paper or through an online platform, and can be anonymous or require students to write their names.
Some common types of exit tickets include:
Multiple-choice or short-answer questions
Open-ended questions that ask students to reflect on what they learned or identify areas where they need more help
Self-assessments that ask students to rate their own understanding of the material
Reflection prompts ask students to write about how they can apply what they learned in real-life situations.
Exit tickets can be a valuable tool for both teachers and students, as they can help to identify areas where further instruction is needed and provide students with the opportunity to reflect on their own learning.
Structuring and Argument Micro Assessment
Target Setting as an Activity
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