Assessment & Differentiation

Gain a comprehensive understanding of the assessment methods employed in TK, including tools like DRDPs and Learning Genie. Acquire skills to effectively track student progress and address any concerns that may arise during the assessment process. Simultaneously, address the diverse needs of students through a range of instructional methods, ensuring an inclusive and adaptive approach that caters to individual learning styles and preferences. This involves implementing differentiated strategies to create an environment that embraces each student's uniqueness, fostering a sense of belonging, and supporting their academic growth. As you progress in your teaching journey, these differentiation techniques become essential tools for cultivating a dynamic and responsive learning atmosphere, promoting the success and engagement of all students in your TK classroom.

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"The use of appropriate assessment tools, utilization of data to differentiate instruction, and communicating with families about students' progress are integral to supporting student learning. This video segment provides an overview of formal and informal assessments for TK. It also highlights a Multi-tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) approach, reviews the use of assessment data to differentiate instruction, and offers guidance for communicating with families about student learning" (CDE, 2013).

Preschool School Entrance Profile (PSEP)

Contacts:

Matthew Quirk, UCSB

mquirk@education.ucsb.edu

Arnold Rodriguez Robles, UCSB

arodriguezrobles@ucsb.edu

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