Assessment

Google provides several options for assessing student learning in numerous ways from assessing with tests to projects in which students are able to demonstrate their understanding. In this page you will find google tools for assessments through tests/quizzes as well as assessments using projects.

Quizzes/Tests

Auto-Graded Quizzes- Google Forms

Copy of Sample Formative Created for an Algebra 1 class.

—Google forms will automatically grade any closed ended questions with a key.

Quizzes with Flubaroo —Flubaroo is an add-on to Google Sheets that can create a detailed grading summary. When students complete a quiz/assessment in Google Forms, click the “Responses” tab and click the little green Sheets button. This will create a spreadsheet of results from the quiz/assessment.

Exit Ticket/ Bell Ringer

Google forms is a great way to activate prior knowledge at the beginning of a class, to check for understanding throughout class or to assess student learning at the end of a class. The interactive video to the right talks about how you can effectively use Exit tickets with Google forms.

Projects

Writing Assignments through Google Docs

Students can write individually or collaboratively using google docs. The video discusses the benefits of creative writing using google docs. It speaks about the interactive feedback that is able to take place in google docs unlike regular paper writing assignments.

Rubrics — To supplement the student writings you can Create a rubric in a Google form to assign grades and provide feedback to students. When you’re done grading and writing feedback, use the Autocrat add-on to turn all that feedback into a document. You can also choose the add on doctupus, which allows for a speedy grading and feedback system.

Project Presentations using Google Slides

Formative Assessment Inequalities Project.

Google Slide presentation created by an Algebra 1 Student on Inequalities.

Using Google Slides is a great way to build presentations. It gives students the experience of delivering their content to a group. Some projects benefit more from presentations as it allows learners to be more creative and present their knowledge in an engaging manner. The sample project to the left is a good example as it showcases students mathematical understanding in a real world scenario.

Digital Stories using Youtube Editor

As a means of formative assessment, students can create digital stories that show forth their in depth understanding on concepts. This can be done by having students create their stories on a set topic. Students can then use google classroom to upload their videos and share with instructor and other students. Below is a timeline that showcases the process of completing a digital story with sample student work.

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