IAB Basics
Interim Assessment Blocks
What is the primary purpose of formative assessment?
To monitor student learning and adjust instruction
Where can you find the Item Analysis Report for an IAB?
INTERPRETIVE GUIDE FOR ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS/LITERACY AND MATHEMATICS ASSESSMENTS
How can IAB data help you differentiate instruction?
By identifying students who need more support or challenge
Why is it important to share IAB results with students?
To help them understand their own learning and set goals
What are the two main types of CAASPP Interim Assessments?
IABs and ICAs (Interim Comprehensive Assessments)
Give an example of a formative assessment strategy besides IABs.
Exit tickets, quizzes, observations, student self-reflections
What kind of information does the Item Analysis Report provide?
Student performance on individual questions, standards alignment, difficulty level
Give an example of how you might adjust your teaching based on IAB results.
Reteach a concept, provide small group interventions, assign differentiated practice activities
How can you use IAB data to provide constructive feedback to students?
Highlight their strengths, identify areas for improvement, offer specific suggestions for growth
True or False: IABs can only be administered at the end of the school year
FALSE
Why is it important to provide feedback to students during formative assessment?
To help them understand their strengths and areas for growth
What can you learn from analyzing student responses to individual IAB questions?
Common misconceptions, areas of confusion, specific skills that need review
How can IABs help you identify students who might need additional interventions?
By showing patterns of low performance or persistent struggles with specific skills
How can you encourage students to use IAB results for self-reflection?
Have them analyze their own performance, set learning goals, track their progress