Formative Assessments How can formative assessments be used

Formative Assessments How can formative assessments be used to improve instruction? How can technology improve formative assessments? In order to accomplish our vision, it is the mission of the Ephrata Area School District to provide all students a secure learning environment and exemplary academic programs that inspire all students to reach their full potential.

Formative Assessment Pre-Test ▪ Log onto Schoology ▪ Courses: EASD Schoology Users: Section 1 – QZ 3 WN-2 F 3 KB ▪ Professional Development Folder ▪ March 20 th, 2015 ▪ Formative Assessment ▪ March 20 th Formative Assessment Pre-Test

Ongoing formal and informal assessing during the learning process to guide instruction and improve student understanding.

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Differentiation Remediation/ Enrichment activities Why use formative assessments? Design small group instruction Collaborative Team discussions Increase student achievement

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How can Schoology be used to create and implement formative assessments?

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