Assessment
This type of assessment includes projects, portfolios, performances, and real-world tasks—moving beyond traditional tests.
Alternatives in Assessment
Activities or strategies used to find out what learners already know before teaching something new.
Diagnostics
The pause teachers give after asking a question, allowing learners time to think before
Wait time
This paper-based tool uses codes and teacher scanning to instantly collect student responses—even without student devices
Plickers
This digital flashcard tool uses spaced repetition to help students review and retain vocabulary and concepts over time
Quizlet
Informal, ongoing assessments used to support and enhance student learning by identifying next steps.
Assessment for learning/ formative assessment
A tool for uncovering learners’ understanding by engaging them in thoughtful discussion.
Classroom dialogue
Unlike vague comments like 'good job', this type of feedback tells students exactly what they did well and what to improve
Specific feedback
Used at the beginning of a lesson, this quick activity gives insight into what students already know or expect to learn.
Entry ticket
This observational tool lets teachers record notes on students’ skills or behaviors during learning tasks
Observation grid/sheet
A formal judgment of what a student has learned, typically at the end of a unit or course.
Summative assessment/ Assessment of learning
Statements that clarify what students are learning and why it’s important.
Learning intentions
A feedback method where students are praised on what has been done well and are suggested specific improvements.
"Two medals and a mission"/ "Two stars and a wish"
At the end of a lesson, students complete this short task to reflect on learning or answer a prompt about the topic
Exit ticket
In this color-coded strategy, students signal their level of understanding using red, yellow, or green
Traffic light flipchart/cards
A method where classmates give each other feedback, helping both the giver and the receiver reflect on the learning process.
Peer-assessment
Clear descriptions of what good work looks like, so learners know what they’re aiming for.
Success criteria
Helping learners connect what they’re about to learn to what they already know.
Linking to prior knowledge
With three columns labeled 'Know', 'Want to Know', and 'Learned', this graphic organizer tracks students' thinking before and after learning
KWL Chart
This digital tool lets teachers check in with students through quick polls or exit questions—often used for emotional or learning reflections
Ziplet
This type of assessment encourages students to identify their own strengths and areas for improvement before submitting work
Self-assessment
Demonstrating tasks or strategies to show learners how to meet expectations.
Modelling
Feedback that targets the work and not the learner’s identity, helping avoid emotional disengagement.
Focus on task (not the learner)
These scheduled moments during a unit help teachers and students pause, review, and confirm understanding before moving on
Checkpoints
This game-based activity turns review sessions into a competitive quiz show—perfect for revising vocabulary, grammar, or any subject content
Jeopardy