Recommended Assessments
The PROGRESS MONITORING Recommendations list (last updated Spring 2023!) is truly the TOOLBOX for progress monitoring at SSD, as it has all possible recommended measures. FAST has a LOT more options than we used to have; however, there will still be times that you utilize measures beyond FAST. Use this document to see other SSD-approved progress monitoring assessments.
For more information about progress monitoring at SSD, here's a link to the SSD Assessment Refresher session content for Fall 2023.
Direct links to some of the specific progress monitoring measures referenced on the doc above can be found in the Google Drive folder below!
The SSD PREDICTING and PLANNING list is your toolbox for predicting and planning assessments.
Predicting assessments (often referred to as screening assessments) are typically done with all students, & provide info about the knowledge & skill base of students, and overall growth across the year. Most predicting assessments take place 3x per year: fall, winter, and spring. For more specifics regarding SSD Screening Expectations, click here.
Planning assessments (often referred to as diagnostic tools) are used to identify specific strengths & weaknesses, or specific skill gaps. Most planning assessments take place as needed. Depending on the assessment, they might be administered at the beginning or end of the year to inform instructional planning, mid-year to inform transition planning, or as part of yearly IEP planning or 3-year re-evaluation to inform IEP goals.
Free Assessment Tool Trainings
First, to complete any of the online modules click here to join our Assessment Training Class in EdPuzzle (you can login with Google account of your choosing). When asked if you are a student or teacher, make sure to select STUDENT, and if you are asked for a class code, enter the following: jozolid.
Algebra CBMs
Online training module
First follow directions above then click here to watch the 43 minute training video. If you are asked for a class code, enter the following: jozolid, and if asked if you are a student or teacher, make sure to select STUDENT. At the end of the video, you will receive a KickUp confirmation code.
Early Writing CBMs
Online training module
First follow directions above, then click here to watch the 21 minute training video. If you are asked for a class code, enter the following: jozolid , and if asked if you are a student or teacher, make sure to select STUDENT. At the end of the video, you will receive a KickUp confirmation code.
EasyCBM Basic Math
Materials (Click Math CBMs, then easyCBM basic math for slides)
Online training module
First follow directions above, then view both videos (part 1 video & part 2 video) for a total of 24 minutes of training content. If you are asked for a class code, enter the following: jozolid, and if asked if you are a student or teacher, make sure to select STUDENT. At the end of the video, you will receive a KickUp confirmation code.
Writing CBMs - WRITE (previously KU Writing) - now available!
Online training module
Click here to watch the 25-minute training video. If you are asked for a class code, enter the following: jozolid, and if asked if you are a student or teacher, make sure to select STUDENT. At the end of the video, you will receive a KickUp confirmation code.
Readworks (Reading Comprehension)
Training Materials & Readworks website
Online training module
First follow directions above then click here to watch the 14 minute training video. If you are asked for a class code, enter the following: jozolid, and if asked if you are a student or teacher, make sure to select STUDENT. At the end of the video, you will receive a KickUp confirmation code.
Sig Cog CBMs or CBMs for Students with Significant Cognitive Delays
Online training module
First follow directions above then click here to watch the 25 minute training video. If you are asked for a class code, enter the following: jozolid, and if asked if you are a student or teacher, make sure to select STUDENT. At the end of the video, you will receive a KickUp confirmation code.
Tools that require a subscription
FASTbridge
Introductory training is required for those intending to you FAST and is in-person. Learning Center sessions during August & September, and asynchronous make-ups available during the rest of the year.
Online modules with FAST related to administration & scoring of assessments:
Complete online modules within FAST and pass the certification quizzes and tasks.
Flocabulary
Click here to activate your SSD Flocabulary license (sign in with SSD Google)
Flocabulary login page (use after activating license)
Goalbook
Goalbook webinars are offered on an ongoing basis throughout the year, watch your email for invitations directly from Goalbook.
Click here for a cheat sheet for accessing Goalbook standards-based progress monitoring assessments.
i-Ready
Available for SSD staff working in SSD schools.
Training available through the SSD Curriculum and Instruction Department as well as training videos built into the system.
Informal Formative Assessment Tools
Exit Tickets
Formative - Online formative assessment system that allows you to capture open ended responses, multiple choices, drawn responses, etc - you can even upload a worksheet or assignment that you have already created & have student respond right on that sheet!
Kahoot - Multiple-choice quizzes that students complete on their own devices, done as a group activity with a winner at the end.
Plickers - Paper clicker system! You print a set of cards for your class, and then just need one device to scan the room when they hold up their cards!
Quizalize - “Generate your own quizzes or pick one from the Quizalize Marketplace, and then track student progress with instant assessments for personalized learning on a laptop, tablet or smartphone.” (EdSurge S’Cool Tool review)
Quizizz - Also a multiple-choice quiz game that students complete on their own devices, but can be completed together or at different times, & has funny memes displayed after each question.