ASSESSMENT BASICS
What is assessment?
The process of collecting information about student learning.
What does the "T" in TAG stand for?
Tell
Name one criterion commonly used to assess speaking.
Fluency, pronunciation, grammar, vocabulary, etc.
Name one criterion commonly used to assess writing.
Grammar, organization, vocabulary, coherence, etc.
Complete the TAG protocol: Tell, Ask, ____
Give
What are the two main types of assessment?
Formative and summative assessment.
What does the "A" in TAG stand for?
Ask
What does fluency refer to?
The ability to speak smoothly and naturally.
What is a writing rubric?
A tool that describes assessment criteria and performance levels.
Give one example of a formative assessment activity.
Quiz, discussion, exit ticket, peer review, etc.
Which type of assessment is used during the learning process?
Formative assessment.
What does the "G" in TAG stand for?
Give
What does pronunciation assess?
How clearly words are spoken.
Why is organization important in writing?
It helps readers understand ideas clearly.
True or False: A rubric can only be used for writing.
False
Which type of assessment is usually given at the end of a course or unit?
Summative assessment.
True or False: Feedback should only focus on mistakes.
False
Why are rubrics useful in speaking assessment?
They provide clear assessment criteria.
What kind of feedback helps students improve their writing?
Constructive and specific feedback.
Give one example of a speaking assessment task.
Presentation, interview, role-play, discussion, etc.
Give one example of an assessment tool.
Rubric, quiz, checklist, portfolio, etc.
Mention one characteristic of effective feedback.
Clear, specific, constructive, timely, etc.
Give one way to support nervous students during a speaking activity.
Preparation time, visual aids, pair work, notes, etc.
What is peer feedback?
Feedback provided by classmates.
Create one feedback sentence using the TAG framework.
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