Using Formative Assessment Probes Effectively

Using Page Keeley’s formative assessment probe called ‘Objects in the Sky: Can it reflect light? scenarios are presented that describe how the same probe was used in two different classrooms... See More

Using Page Keeley’s formative assessment probe called ‘Objects in the Sky: Can it reflect light? scenarios are presented that describe how the same probe was used in two different classrooms by two different teachers. The author then compares the two approaches pointing out which method best helped the students understand the concepts involved as well as why that approach was better.

Get Them Thinking

If you are not convinced of the effectiveness of formative assessments in promoting learning while getting students excited about science be sure to read this. You will be provided not only ... See More

If you are not convinced of the effectiveness of formative assessments in promoting learning while getting students excited about science be sure to read this. You will be provided not only with reasons to use formative assessment but also detailed examples of how to incorporate them into your lessons.