Failure → Reflection → Growth.That’s the cycle.

Productive struggle works because learning lives in the revision.If you missed this episode, go back and listen — then share one way you’re normalizing mistakes in math class.#MathChat #MathematicsEducation #EdChat #FormativeAssessment #GrowthMindset

#Padlet just launched its Arcade feature, which can gamify content for any subject or level! Simply type in a subject or upload a PDF to create quick formative games that can help Ss test their knowledge. #edtech #formativeassessment youtu.be/DBg5ls9dVJo

Reflection doesn’t have to be complicated.

This digital journal helps students check their pace, reflect on mastery, make connections, and ask questions — all in one place.

Metacognition made manageable.
#StudentReflection #FormativeAssessment #EdTech

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Reflection Coach: What–So What guides students through meaningful reflection using a Socratic, step-by-step approach — one question at a time.

Quick (6–12 min), thoughtful, and insight-rich.
#StudentReflection #Metacognition #EdTech #FormativeAssessment
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The Prince Edward math teachers dug into formative assessments and how to create immediate, flexible small groups that move learning.

Teachers practiced:
- Surfacing student thinking quickly
- Identifying misconceptions on the spot

#FormativeAssessment #ChangeTheStory

Formative assessment doesn’t have to be complicated. 🧠
This Depth & Complexity Toolbelt helps teachers design quick checks that reveal how students are thinking—not just what they know.
Low prep. High impact.
#FormativeAssessment #DepthAndComplexity #TeacherTools
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Why it works:
✅ Cognitive activation: Everyone prepares an answer.
✅ Inclusion: Quiet students get a voice.
✅ Formative data: You see where the whole class is, not just the top 5%.
✅ Process over performance: Focus on developing thoughts together. #FormativeAssessment #Learning #EvidenceBased

Making Formative Assessments More Efficient and Effective Incorporating peer review and individual reflections makes frequent, intentional formative assessment manageable, with big benefits for student learning.

Teachers, how do you check in with students throughout lessons? Share tips below. ⬇️

For more tips from high school teacher Martin Luther on making #FormativeAssessment less time consuming and more impactful, read the full article: edut.to/3OdsKqG

7/7 #EduSky

¿Cómo conseguir que la #retroalimentación sea realmente una dificultad deseable en el proceso de evaluación?
@paulkirschner.bsky.social propone diluir el #feedback: con menos frecuencia y menos detallado
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#feedback #formativeassessment #fadefeedback
#RecomiendoLeer

When teachers start employing Formative Assessment, the classroom climate shifts
#education #assessment #formativeassessment #grading

You don’t have to wait for the test to find out what they didn’t get. Check for understanding in real time with these quick teacher-tested ideas! 🎯

#FormativeAssessment #assessment #EduSky #EdutopiaVideos

The second #ThesisoftheWeek for December is based on "Myth of the Vanishing Indian" by Rena Priest. Use it if you'd like, and share it if you'd like! #PoetryasPractice #FormativeAssessment #WritingPractice #2ndaryELA #celchat #nctechat #poetry poetryaspractice.blogspot.com/2025/09/intr...

How Google’s Gemini 3 Could Revolutionize Project-Based Learning and Assessment in K–12 Google’s newest AI model, Gemini 3, may not be sparking joy for every classroom teacher — but that might change. I put the model through three classroom-centric tasks and found one function that left ...

Tried out Gemini 3 for real classroom tasks. Two were fine. One was jaw-dropping. Think time-stamped video feedback grounded in YOUR rubric.
Full blog post here: open.substack.com/pub/davidpbl...
#Education #GenerativeAI #ProjectBasedLearning #Gemini3 #EdTech #PBL #formativeassessment #assessment

December's first #ThesisoftheWeek is inspired by "Kindness" by Anya Silver. Use it if you'd like. Share it if you'd like! #PoetryasPractice #2ndaryELA #CELChat #edchat #formativeassessment #writingpractice #poetry #formativewriting #writingtolearn poetryaspractice.blogspot.com/2025/09/intr...

Last #ThesisoftheWeek for November is inspired by "It Matters," by Laura Foley, which pays homage to Mary Oliver. Use it if you'd like, and share it if you'd like! #PoetryasPractice #FormativeAssessment #2ndaryELA #WriteBesideThem #PracticeMakesProgress
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13 Super-Quick Formative Assessments Teachers can use these techniques to gauge students’ understanding mid-lesson and then decide whether to reteach or press ahead.

13 Super-Quick Formative Assessments
Teachers can use these techniques to gauge students’ understanding mid-lesson and then decide whether to reteach or press ahead. www.edutopia.org/article/quic... #teachers #k12 #formativeassessment #assessment

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#AssessmentForLearning #BalancedAssessment #AACAlberta #FormativeAssessment #StudentGrowth

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Our Formative Assessment Observation Grid lets you quickly gather evidence, reflect on instructional strategies, and support teachers in fostering student growth. Try it free: www.idecorp.com/wp-content/u... #FormativeAssessment

Why AI Grading Should Focus on Feedback, Not Final Scores Teachers spend countless unpaid hours grading student writing, often late at night and on weekends. New generative AI tools are stepping in — not to replace teachers’ judgment, but to provide formativ...

Teachers are drowning in grading, but AI may finally offer real relief — without replacing us. My latest blog looks at how AI tools can transform formative assessment and why unions are backing this shift. My new blog. open.substack.com/pub/davidpbl... #AIinEd #FormativeAssessment #Teachers #grading

October's final #ThesisoftheWeek is up! This week's poem is "Dust" by Danusha Lameris. #PoetryasPractice #FormativeAssessment #WritingPractice docs.google.com/document/d/1...

State unveils Cognia-based teacher observation tool; statewide rollout planned for 2022 The Alabama State Department of Education presented a new Cognia-based teacher observation tool (ATOM) designed to align with the Alabama Core Teaching Standards, pilot-tested statewide and set for phased training beginning in fall with full implementation in 2022. The system is formative, quantitative and integrated with the department's AIM/Power

Alabama is launching a groundbreaking teacher observation tool designed to enhance professional development and support educators rather than evaluate them.

Learn more here!

#AL #FormativeAssessment #TeacherDevelopment #EducationInnovation

Explore structures & strategies to gather formative assessment data and drive instruction for increased student achievement. Our new VLC sessions begin 10/6. Enroll now: edquiddity.com/vlc/ #FormativeAssessment

8: Ayesha realised Y13s were scared of ‘peer assessment.’

She rebranded it: ‘peer feedback’. No judgement – just writers helping writers.
#FormativeAssessment

3: Maybe we would get a genuine sense of what students can do in order to support them with their next steps.

Here are some of the things they tried.

#FormativeAssessment

Explore structures & strategies to gather formative assessment data and drive instruction for increased student achievement. Our new VLC sessions begin 10/6. Enroll now: edquiddity.com/vlc/ #FormativeAssessment

Explore structures & strategies to gather formative assessment data and drive instruction for increased student achievement. Our new VLC sessions begin 10/6. Enroll now:
edquiddity.com/vlc/ #FormativeAssessment

“Assessment isn’t about the grade—it’s about the growth.”
Shift from marks to meaningful feedback and watch your students thrive.
#FormativeAssessment #AACevents #TeacherInspiration

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Diffit for Diagnostic Assessments YouTube video by Diffit For Teachers

Use @diffitapp.bsky.social to create diagnostic assessments! Generate leveled reading passages, export to Google Forms, and create concept maps to check for understanding. Save time and support every student. #Diffit #EdTech #FormativeAssessment #Teachers Learn more here: youtu.be/Sg4UYKEid8g?...

New tools can feel overwhelming—but they don’t have to.
This step-by-step guide helps you get started w/ BookWidgets:
✅ Check understanding
✅ Give meaningful feedback

📘 www.bookwidgets.com/blog/2025/07...

#edtech #feedback #formativeassessment #EduSky