2022 Houston National Conference

April 31-2, 2022

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Using Argument to Formatively Assess Student Understanding of Scientific Phenomena and Theory

Friday, April 1 • 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM

George R. Brown Convention Center - 322B

STRAND: Promoting Effective Assessments in the STEM Classroom

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Formative assessment through scientific discourse, modeling, and argumentation regarding evidence for scientific phenomena or theory gives authentic insight into student understanding of difficult science concepts.

TAKEAWAYS:
1. Understand the role of formative assessment within the teaching progression to promote student achievement; 2. Value argumentation and modeling as valid forms of formative assessment; and 3. Identify that scientific discourse with peers is a valuable learning tool within a classroom to give insight into student learning.

SPEAKERS:
Kristin Mansell (Washington Fields Intermediate School: Washington, UT)

General Science Grades 6 - 8 Presentation

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