When we think of assessment, it's often tests that come to mind, but assessment involves all the ways we gather information in the classroom. It's an opportunity for students to receive feedback and for teachers to assess their teaching. Here are some EBD assessment activities that have proven effective for giving feedback in classrooms of all ages. Ask students to refer directly to standards and quality criteria in their comments to emphasize desired results.
Students sit in two concentric circles with the inside circle facing the outside circle.
Repeat the process three times, then switch roles. This allows viewers to see everyone's work, although feedback tends to be more cursory when there is much to see. Posting quality criteria visibly can help museum goers know the expectations for feedback. One student takes the role of presenter, one as coach, and one as recorder. As the presenter shares his or her work, the coach gives feedback and the recorder writes it all down.