Assessment
What is the difference between formative and summative assessment?
Formative is an informal assessment to test retention whereas summative is a formal test that is usually graded.
What model includes a vocabulary word and definition, what it is like, and examples.
Frayer model
What does KWL stand for?
Know, want to know, Learned
What are new Literacies?
Literacies pertaining to technology.
What is the key to teaching literacy in schools?
It must be taught throughout all content areas.
What is a common formative assessment?
Exit slips, teacher led questions/ discussion, Finished KWL.
How many tiers of vocabulary are there for content areas?
3 tiers
What types of questions are in a STOP-AND-THINK?
Give 3 examples of new literacies.
Online articles, wequests, E-text books, documentaries, Youtube videos
What is the importance of guided reading comprehension?
This is to keep assess whether or not students comprehended the material during a reading task. This can be done with many strategies including Stop-and-Think.
What is a common summative assessment?
Quiz, test
Define tier 3 vocabulary.
Tier 3 vocabulary are words that are specific to one content area.
What is one other method for a during reading activity?
Guided notes or guided reading activity.
What is a large challenge of new literacies?
Being able to navigate the online or digital functions.
Why is it important to be a culturally responsive teacher?
this is to make students of diverse backgrounds feel comfortable within your classroom. This will keep engagement high and make them feel welcome to learn in your environment.
What is one way to test what a student knows before a lesson?
Assess the student in writing before a unit, then instruct.
Define tier 2 words.
These are words that are not specific to content areas, but are more difficult common words.
What is one method for after reading activity?
Exit slip containing questions about the reading to check for retention.
Technology for teaching is just having technology such as a smart board to show material. Technology for learning is technology that includes learning platforms and educational material within a program.
What are some ways to create a welcoming environment for diverse learners?
Put diverse art in your classroom, connect one on one with students, connect with their parents or guardians, include diversity within your lessons.
What are interim assessments?
Assessments given at determined places to assess retention.
What is the purpose of a context definition map?
This is to have the students and the teacher develop the definition of a word. Synonyms and examples are given to develop vocabulary.
What is the acronym for Before, during, and after reading.
BDA framework
What is the most common type of new literacy.
Laptops for all students is the newest and most common type of new literacy.
What are ways to accommodate ELL students?
Provide supplementary materials such as glossaries, videos, and other audio materials. You could also provide extra instruction when other students are at work.