Candidates can identify the tools for formal assessment in a variety of content areas. Candidates use formal assessment tools with students and prepare reports to show student progress. Candidates use a variety of assessment tools with their students. Candidates write a report explaining how these assessments aided in monitoring student growth. Using informal assessment Candidates can identify the tools for informal assessment including performance-based.
Candidates use informal assessment strategies with students and the results to guide instruction.
Candidates use a variety of informal assessments such as rubrics, checklists, performance assessment task lists and student portfolios. Candidates write a reflection explaining how these assessments guided instruction for optimal learning. Element Emergent Acceptable Target Seeking opportunities to grow professionally Candidates identify ways to grow professionally. Candidates maintain a working portfolio. Candidates are involved in activities that support children and families.