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Feedback: A Powerful Tool for Raising Student Achievement in Mathematics & Science
(Grade 2-6)
Mary Doran Brown
Subject Area: Mathematics/Science
Course Title: Feedback: A Powerful Tool for Raising Student Achievement in Mathematics & Science
Course Requirements: Video Program and Assessment
Course Description: Not all students learn at the same pace or at the same level, but all are capable of learning rigorous academic material at high standards. In standards-based curriculum, how can teachers identify best what students know and are able to do so that they can plan for, instruct, and measure learner progress in mixed ability classrooms? Mary Doran Brown will show participants how to routinely assess what their students know and can do, and then demonstrate how to adjust instruction to meet the different learning needs of all students. She will discuss her use of these strategies in her math classes and use examples of tiered science lessons to illustrate how process, content, and product can be differentiated to make each student a successful learner. Participants will be given a grade-level science objective to practice planning tiered instruction and assessment. Emphasis will be given to student inquiry as the basis for gearing differentiated instruction.
Course Objectives:
1. Identify two types of feedback - evaluative and descriptive
2. Review research related to feedback and student
achievement
3. Practice creating descriptive feedback matched to standards
4. Reflect on newly acquired knowledge and identify next steps
for classroom applications.
Course Assessment:
A certificate of completion will be awarded to participants who successfully complete the online assessment after viewing the video program.
Alignment with Standards:
National Board for Professional Teaching Standards - Mathematics
National Board for Professional Teaching Standards - Science
Mid-continent Regional Educational Laboratory Standards
Professional Development Points: 2
Additional points may be earned through completion of follow-up activities.
Additional Helps: Follow-up activities and resources
It is recommended that participants in the video course complete follow-up activities to deepen their knowledge and skills. When these activities are completed in accordance with local staff development guidelines, participants may be able to earn additional professional development credit. Contact your local staff development office for determining how you might receive credit for completing the video program and additional credit for completing follow-up activities.
Follow-up Activity 1: Review Student Assessments
Follow-up Activity 2: Plan a Lesson
Follow-up Activity 3: Feedback to Students
Follow-up Activity 4: Explore and Share Resources
