Effective Assessment

Academic assessment encompasses a variety of forms and levels of intensity.  An immense amount of importance has been placed on state and national standardized testing to provide an evaluation of student skills and growth (ACE, 2019).  The relevance and meaning behind assessments and the data they p

Analysis of teacher effectiveness has come to the forefront of educational reform to minimize inequity and close the achievement gap (Rutkowski & Wild, 2015). Student achievement has become an increasingly significant indicator of teacher performance and school accountability. In Indiana, teachers a

Effort and participation grades are typical weighted categories for educators to evaluate student characteristics that enhance learning, life skills, and overall success (Isnawati & Saukah, 2017). Students’ effort prioritizes learning and life skills such as respect for others, initiative in the lea

Typically, teachers are comfortable academically assessing students, however, behavior assessments are supported by research as effective at addressing behavior in the classroom (Young et al, 2018). Functional behavior assessments (FBA), are aimed at assessing behavior to determine causes and design

Authentic research is based on the foundational aspects of the scientific method.  This process infers the direct inclusion of validity and reliability in the collection of data.   Although validity and reliability are both a reflection of data acquisition, the intent of each component varies.  Vali

Stiggins (2014) belief is that assessments can help students to realize their dreams.  Given the appropriate conditions and implementation, I also believe that assessment can be an essential component to a student’s future success.  Educators are given the task of producing lifelong learners.  Evalu

To best internalize and deliver content, educators must consider how to transform the intended knowledge in a meaningful and engaging way that meets the needs of all learners (Boozer & Carlson, 2015).  In 2005, Wiggins and McTighe developed the idea of backward design to assist teachers in devising