Alternative Assessment Presentation

Alternative Assessment Presentation

Think Aloud Example-Sept. 19

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ypL61jV4lhkgYQJRbu2mp6cVi8V2uXhYtcOV8S7oatc/edit

Chapter 11

So, I was re-reading chapter 11, and it reminded me how important a teacher's relationship to the students is. No, we cannot readably expect every student to have an interested relationship with our subject-matter, but we can expect every teacher to make every student feel safe and respected. School can feel very high stakes and hurtful to students who struggle. Teachers are forced into focusing on test scores, standards delivery, and getting through huge amounts of material. Sometimes this can lead us to rush and we don't take the time to do proper inventory of students' needs and feelings. Also, students who struggle may be very adept at hiding their struggle because it can be embarrassing. I like how the chapter reminds us the value of showing how to self-monitor, giving extensive support to every students, and providing various formats. Just because successful readers may not need these supports, it doesn't hurt, and it may lead to deeper or wider thought, so building in strategies for struggling readers can enrich every student's learning.