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FREE NGSS 3D Classroom Assessment workshop - Please share!

LTSC: NGSS 3D Classroom Assessment: Identifying, Critiquing, and Modifying Formative Assessment Tasks to Improve Student Learning (ONLINE)

WHAT:

This event will meet online in two, 2-hour Zoom sessions along with two hours of asynchronous learning (6 STEM Clock Hours total)
  • Session 1: Introduction to 3D Assessment; Analyze Classroom Assessment Tasks
    • Asynchronous learning: Review and identify imperfect assessment tasks for modification and use in your practice
  • Session 2: Explore some formative assessment tasks, discuss aspects, consider revisions, how can I choose the best items for my use?
    • Asynchronous learning: Apply session two content and modify your 3D formative assessment task

WHEN:

Tuesday and Thursday
June 23 and June 25
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Asynchronous learning log and final assessment due no later than 12:00 PM, June 30, 2020 for clock hour credit

BENEFITS:

  • Increased understanding about the NGSS and "three-dimensional" formative assessment tasks
  • $240 stipend available for course completion including the learning log and final assessment
  • Six STEM clock hours available for $18

WHERE:

ONLINE!

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