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How to use alternative assessments in the classroom

eSchool News

They also support student construction of meaning as well as an opportunity to apply metacognition skills. I’ve often found that the best classrooms are those that carefully balance timeless knowledge with innovations that push boundaries. Here’s a sample Reflection Journal from the PBL unit, State of Sustainability.

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How to use alternative assessments in the classroom

eSchool News

They also support student construction of meaning as well as an opportunity to apply metacognition skills. I’ve often found that the best classrooms are those that carefully balance timeless knowledge with innovations that push boundaries. Here’s a sample Reflection Journal from the PBL unit, State of Sustainability.

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The Power of See, Think, Me, We

Catlin Tucker

Part V: Thinking About Thinking Series This is part five of a five-part series focused on using thinking routines to drive metacognitive skill building. To recap, metacognition is a cognitive ability that allows learners to consider their thought patterns, approaches to learning, and understanding of a topic or idea.

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Can We Improve Grading by Collaborating with Students?

Faculty Focus

In 2022, I experimented with a combination of specifications grading and self-grading that promised to measure performance more fairly, increase engagement, and promote metacognition. I had [sic] been able to learn a vast amount of knowledge…”. “I 2] Recently, I have added: “Applied new skills/knowledge in life.”

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Can We Improve Grading by Collaborating with Students?

Faculty Focus

In 2022, I experimented with a combination of specifications grading and self-grading that promised to more fairly measure performance, increase engagement, and promote metacognition. I had [sic] been able to learn a vast amount of knowledge…”. “I 2] Recently, I have added: “Applied new skills/knowledge in life.”

Grades 98