Effective Assessment (ALC Course)

“Standards” is an intimidating word in the world of education and leading the transition to standards is also scary.  In this mini course, Tammy Heflebower gives valuable advice and resources on how to do just this. If you are wondering where to being on this journey, this video is a good place to find out.

What do I need to know?

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After completing this training course, you will earn 0.2 CEUs and a certificate of completion in your Adventist Learning Community e-portfolio.

What will I learn in this course?

By the end of this training, you will be able to:

  • Gain an awareness of the research regarding classroom assessment.
  • Understand the difference among obtrusive, unobtrusive, and student-generated assessments, and how to use each in the classroom.
  • Discover how to ensure the technical quality of classroom assessments.
  • Examine how to create classroom assessments that directly align with proficiency scales addressing specific learning goals, along with identified learning progressions and levels of knowledge.
  • Explore the concepts of validity, fairness and reliability as the foundation of classroom assessment.

About the Instructor

Tammy Heflebower, EdD, is a highly sought-after school leader and consultant with vast experience in urban, rural, and suburban districts throughout the United States, Canada, the Netherlands, Denmark, and Australia.