In reflection, this module has strengthened my understanding of iNACOL Standard D (the online teacher promotes student success through clear expectations, prompt responses, and regular feedback), as well as Standards G (the online teacher demonstrates competencies in creating and implementing assessments in online learning environments in ways that ensure validity and reliability of the instruments and procedures), as well as H (the online teacher develops and delivers assessments, projects, and assignments that meet standards-based learning goals and assesses learning progress by measuring student achievement of the learning goals). I am now more confident in my ability to create a comprehensive assessment plan, including multiple formative assessments and summative assessment within a given unit of study. I have always been comfortable with my assessments, be it chair placement exams, or final performances, but this module has helped to push me to take these assessments online, coupled with a composition and theory focus. I have also appreciated the exposure to different types of rubrics, online resources for rubrics, and peer and teacher evaluation options.

My major consideration for formative and summative assessments is student accessibility to the music software we use in our computer lab. Some of the software, like GarageBand, is free on all Mac platforms. Unfortunately, most of my students do not have a Mac, let alone a computer at all. Programs like GarageBand, Finale and Practica Musica are the best in the industry, but are also somewhat costly even for student accounts. Recently, I have discovered Soundtrap, a free online based music composition and collaboration tool that is available on iOS and Android devices. I am still learning about Soundtrap, but if it becomes an optional tool for my teaching, it will allow for asynchronous collaboration, assessment and editing with my students.