Bringing math students into the formative assessment equation : tools and strategies for the middle grades /
Susan Janssen Creighton, Cheryl Rose Tobey, Eric Karnowski, Emily R. Fagan.
- xix, 291 pages : illustrations ; 28 cm.
Includes bibliographical references (pages 283-284) and index.
Using formative assessment to build student engagement in mathematics learning -- Using mathematics learning intentions and success criteria -- Gathering, interpreting, and acting on evidence -- Provided and using formative feedback -- Developing student ownership and involvement in your students -- Using mathematics learning progressions -- Establishing a classroom environment -- Moving toward implementation.
This book provides a research-based, teacher-tested guide, written specifically for middle school mathematics teachers that helps students students to monitor, assess, and communicate about their own progress. A professional resource for teachers that addresses the implementation of formative assessment as a comprehensive instructional model.