EPSY 2130 1st Edition Lecture 25 Outline of Last Lecture I. ReviewII. Alternatives to Traditional Forms of TestingOutline of Current Lecture III. Effects of GradingIV. Communication With FamiliesV. Using High Stakes Testing WellVI. Current Issues With TestingCurrent LectureEffects of Grading:-different for every student-it can be motivating for some, if the grades are tied to meaningful learning Communication With Families:-more than sending home grades-important in helping teachers understand students-students and families have a right to see all the information the students’ recordUsing High Stakes Testing Well:-Match content standards-Be part of a larger assessment plan-test complex thinking-provide alternative assessment strategies-retesting opportunities-include all students-appropriate remediation-take language into account *****Standardized testing works equally well for all students in predicting how they will perform in school-performance can improve with experience and training in study skills and problem solving, students can benefit from direct instruction about how to prepare for and take testsCurrent Issues:These notes represent a detailed interpretation of the professor’s lecture. GradeBuddy is best used as a supplement to your own notes, not as a substitute.-widespread use in public schools-testing of
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