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Series Overview
Series Overview
In this batch of episodes, we'll dive deep into developing and using rubrics. Tune in for interviews with researchers and teachers on this essential topic!
WCPSS staff can demonstrate their competency in developing rubrics by earning micro-credentials.
Music for this series is provided by Enloe High School's Maya Smith.
Using Rubrics to Find Evidence of Learning: A Chat with Susan Brookhart
Using Rubrics to Find Evidence of Learning: A Chat with Susan Brookhart
11/21/22
We kick off our series on rubrics by speaking to Sue Brookhart, renowned education researcher and author of the book How to Create and Use Rubrics. In our conversation, we touch on why it’s essential to tie rubrics to learning outcomes, what the common misconceptions of rubrics are, and how her perceptions of rubrics have evolved over her career.
Research & Resources from the episode:
Brookhart, S. M. (2013). How to Create and Use Rubrics for Formative Assessment and Grading. ASCD.
Wormeli, R. (2018). Fair Isn't Always Equal: Assessment and Grading in the Differentiated Classroom. Stenhouse Publishers.
The Do's and Don'ts of Developing Rubrics:
The Do's and Don'ts of Developing Rubrics:
Practical applications from WCPSS teachers
12/5/22
In this episode, two WCPSS ELA teachers share their experiences developing and using rubrics with students. Join us as we continue to learn more about how rubrics are used as tools to solicit evidence of learning for teachers, as well as provide feedback for students to move their learning forward.
Research & Resources from the episode:
Susan Brookhart: How to Create and Use Rubrics for Formative Assessment and Grading
The Impact of Peer Assessment on Academic Performance: A Meta-analysis of Control Group Studies
Rubrics as a Tool for Students
Rubrics as a Tool for Students
12/19/22
From a temperature checker to a picture of expectations, two WCPSS ELA teachers describe the many ways rubrics, as tools, can guide students in completing assignments. Join us as we learn more about how rubrics enhance teaching and learning.
Research & Resources from the episode:
Interactive rubrics: Not the period at the end of the sentence
Interactive rubrics: Not the period at the end of the sentence
2/6/23
We are joined by Digital Learning Coordinators (DLCs) Barb Vinal, Sadie Hoover, and Wanda Hanley to discuss the value of interactive rubrics. Our DLCs review how to build and employ these types of rubrics to empower students to own their learning.
Research & Resources from the episode:
2018-19 Student Survey Results (accessible via WCPSS internet)
Hattie, J., & Timperley, H. (2007). The power of feedback. Review of Educational Research, 77(1), 81–112. https://doi.org/10.3102/003465430298487
Grading with Rubrics: It’s more than just Math
Grading with Rubrics: It’s more than just Math
2/20/23
Throughout this series, we have explored the purpose of rubrics and how to create, interpret, and use them efficiently with students. In this final episode, we discuss grading with rubrics, using what we learned from our interviews with our guests.
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