Many students come to school with a fascination for the polar regions. One reason for this might be related to their associating the North Pole with Santa Claus. Another might be the images they have encountered in the media, especially in movies such as March of the Penguins and 8 Below. Thus, student interest may […]
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Re-thinking Math Assessment?
Thursday, December 18th, 2008 1:51 pm
Written by: Terese Herrera
Assessment has become a “big stick” even in the middle school world. Given its prominence today, you may be re-thinking your own ideas on math assessment. The following resources offer professional insights into assessment—its purpose, its possibilities for enhancing instruction, the many ways teachers can gather evidence of student progress. The online reports and articles provide provocative […]
Posted in Topics: Assessment, Math, Quick Takes
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