Alternative Assessment

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Respond to the following prompts after reading the case scenario.

Haven Meet Haven an eighth-grade student who has a strong passion for science and history but has been facing challenges in her math class, specifically with algebraic equations. Haven is a diligent and enthusiastic learner who actively participates in class discussions and completes her homework on time. However, when it comes to solving algebraic equations, she often feels overwhelmed and frustrated.

Haven’s struggle is apparent during in-class activities and assignments that involve solving equations. She often hesitates to raise her hand during discussions, fearing she might give the wrong answer or feel embarrassed. Despite her efforts to seek help from her teacher and peers, she continues to find it challenging to grasp the concepts of variables, coefficients, and solving for unknowns in equations.

Recognizing that Haven’s current assessment methods might not accurately reflect her understanding of mathematical concepts, her math teacher decides to implement an alternative assessment strategy to help her showcase her knowledge and progress in algebraic equations. The teacher believes a different approach might tap into Haven’s unique strengths and learning style.

• Choose two alternative assessments that can assess Haven’s ability to solve algebraic equations. Describe each one and explain why you chose it for Haven.
• Many students, like Haven, benefit from self-assessment. Explain three reasons why student self-assessment is important.
• Identify and describe three of the eight steps in creating rubrics for alternative assessments that resonate the most with you. Then explain why these steps are important.

https://riosalado.coursearc.com/content/epd254-in-v2/lesson-6/alternative-assessment-strategies#Scoring-Alternative-Assessments-Using-Rubrics

https://www.nctm.org/conferences-and-Professional-Development/Tips-for-Teachers/Alternate-Forms-of-Assessment/

https://teaching.berkeley.edu/teaching-strategies/assessing-learning/alternatives-traditional-testing

https://www.cmhouston.org/virtual-exhibits/math-tour

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https://phet.colorado.edu/