Formative assessments are a crucial component of the learning process, designed to provide ongoing feedback and guidance to both students and teachers. Unlike summative assessments, which are typically used to evaluate the final outcomes of learning, formative assessments focus on the journey of learning itself. 

By gathering real-time data on student understanding, formative assessments enable teachers to make informed decisions about the pace, content, and delivery of their lessons. This information helps teachers pinpoint misconceptions, address knowledge gaps, and provide timely interventions to ensure that students are making progress towards the desired learning objectives. Ultimately, the incorporation of formative assessments into the teaching and learning process fosters a collaborative environment where teachers and students work together to enhance understanding, identify areas for improvement, and ultimately, achieve academic success. Please see the Introductory & Formative Assignments below.

Introductory Assignments

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Formative Assignments

See links below and individual content modules two through four for assignment details

Final Exam (Project Assignment)

Reflection: Tying Everything Together

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