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Formative Assessments
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In this unit, we have both formative and summative assessments. Formative assessments help us track your progress along the way. Can anyone tell me what they think formative assessments might involve?
Maybe checking our process journals frequently?
Exactly! The process journal is crucial. It includes your research notes and reflexive thoughts. It aligns with Criterion A for investigation and Criterion C for creativity. Why do you think documenting our journey is helpful?
It can show how our ideas evolve over time.
Right! It reflects your growth in artistic process. Remember the acronym 'PRACTICE' โ Process-reflect, Review, Adjust, Create, Track, Improve, Communicate, and Evaluate. That sums up our approach with formative assessments!
Summative Assessments
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Next, letโs discuss summative assessments. What do you think will be the main summative task for this unit?
I think the multi-media self-portrait is our final project.
Correct! That self-portrait will demonstrate your skills and creativity learned throughout the unit. Can anyone explain what an artist statement should include?
It should explain our artistic choices and cultural influences, right?
Absolutely! Plus, the written reflection will help you think critically about your entire learning process. Use the 'Reflective Cycle' - Describe, Evaluate, Analyze, and Plan - for organizing your thoughts.
Criteria Alignment
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Finally, letโs connect assessments to our MYP criteria. How do you think your work in critiques addresses these criteria?
I think sharing feedback helps us with Criterion D by evaluating our ideas.
Exactly! Engaging in feedback develops your critical understanding of artistic decisions. Can you think of a way to remember how each criterion aligns with our work?
Maybe we can remember 'IDEA' for Investigation, Development, Evaluation, and Artistry?
Great mnemonic! 'IDEA' helps remind you what each criterion focuses on as you progress through your assessments.
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Quick Overview
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The 'Assessment' section details both formative and summative assessment strategies used to measure student learning outcomes in the unit on self-portraiture and cultural representation. It emphasizes various tasks aligning with MYP criteria that evaluate students' investigative, creative, and critical thinking skills.
Detailed
In the 'Assessment' section, students' learning progresses through a structured mix of formative and summative assessments tailored to the unit's objectives. The formative assessments include ongoing checks of students' process journals which capture their research, sketches, and reflections, helping to gauge their development in investigative and creative thinking (Criteria A & C). Preliminary sketches serve to monitor technical skill growth (Criterion B), while participation in critique sessions assesses students' ability to articulate their artistic choices (Criterion D). On the summative side, the primary assessment artifact is the completed multi-media self-portrait artwork, demonstrating the integration of skills and creativity learned throughout the unit (Criteria B & C). Students also submit an artist statement and a written reflection, which challenge them to critically evaluate their work and learning journey regarding identity and self-representation (Criterion D).
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Formative Assessment
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Formative Assessment (Ongoing Feedback and Learning):
- Process Journal Entries: Regular checks and feedback on your research, observational sketches, material experiments, and reflections. This demonstrates your investigative process (Criterion A) and creative thinking (Criterion C).
- Preliminary Self-Portrait Studies: Early sketches and drafts will show your skill development (Criterion B) and initial ideas.
- Artist Research Presentation: Your presentation will demonstrate your ability to research and analyze (Criterion A).
- Participation in Critiques: Your engagement in discussions, offering constructive feedback, and articulating your own artistic choices will be observed (Criterion D).
Detailed Explanation
This section outlines how students will be continually assessed throughout the unit using various formative assessments. Formative assessments are designed to provide ongoing feedback and document the students' learning journey. Each component serves a purpose:
- Process Journal Entries allow students to keep track of their research and reflections, showcasing their investigative and creative processes in understanding identity through art.
- Preliminary Self-Portrait Studies consist of initial sketches that help students develop their drawing skills and begin to visualize their identity.
- Artist Research Presentation requires students to present on an artist related to self-portraiture, demonstrating their ability to analyze and understand different perspectives on identity.
- Participation in Critiques assesses how actively students engage in peer feedback discussions, helping them refine their ideas and artistic choices by articulating their intentions and receiving constructive critiques.
Examples & Analogies
Think of formative assessments like practice sessions in sports. Just as an athlete trains regularly to build their skills and receive feedback from coaches, students use these assessments to enhance their understanding and abilities in art. For example, sketching a preliminary self-portrait is like a basketball player practicing their shots; it provides a chance to improve and adjust before the final game, or in this case, the final artwork.
Summative Assessment
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Summative Assessment (Demonstration of Learning):
- Completed Multi-Media Self-Portrait Artwork: This is the primary summative artifact, demonstrating your skill development (Criterion B) and creative thinking (Criterion C) in bringing your unique vision to life.
- Artist Statement: A written explanation accompanying your artwork, articulating your artistic intentions, the personal and/or cultural influences, the choices you made regarding media and technique, and how your artwork communicates identity. This directly addresses Criterion C (generating original ideas and making informed choices).
- Written Reflection on the Learning Process: A reflective piece where you critically evaluate your own self-portrait and the entire learning journey. You will reflect on:
- What you learned about self-portraiture and cultural representation (Criterion A).
- How you developed your artistic skills (Criterion B).
- How your creative ideas evolved (Criterion C).
- The challenges you faced and how you overcame them.
- The effectiveness of your artwork in communicating your intended message.
- Insights gained about your own identity and relationships through the artistic process (Criterion D).
Detailed Explanation
Summative assessments occur at the end of the unit and provide a comprehensive evaluation of what students have learned. In this context:
- The Completed Multi-Media Self-Portrait Artwork serves as the main project showcasing the skills developed over the course, reflecting the students' unique identities.
- The Artist Statement highlights the thought processes behind their artwork, articulating choices related to techniques, media, and personal significance, enhancing understanding of Criterion C.
- The Written Reflection on the Learning Process allows students to introspectively analyze their journey, covering various criteria like investigating identity, skill development, and personal growth throughout the artistic process, which reinforces accountability and encourages deep learning.
Examples & Analogies
Consider summative assessments like final exams in school. Just as an exam tests what you have learned throughout the term and assesses your overall understanding of the subject, the multi-media self-portrait and accompanying reflections evaluate how well you grasped the concepts of identity and representation. For example, writing an artist statement is akin to a student summarizing key study points in an essayโit helps clarify their thoughts and demonstrates their learning in a structured way.
Definitions & Key Concepts
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Key Concepts
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Formative Assessment: A method of ongoing evaluation that gives feedback to improve student's understanding.
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Summative Assessment: An evaluation that takes place at the end of a unit to measure learning against standards.
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Process Journal: A personal documentation that records the learning journey and creative process.
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Criterion: The standards by which students' work is assessed within the MYP framework.
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Artist Statement: A narrative accompanying artworks that details artistic choices and inspirations.
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Reflective Cycle: A structured framework for reflecting on experiences and learning.
Examples & Real-Life Applications
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Examples
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Creating a process journal to document research and sketches for the self-portrait project.
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Participating in critique sessions to provide and receive feedback on artistic intentions and execution.
Memory Aids
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For assessments, remember this rule; formative helps when learning is the tool.
๐ Fascinating Stories
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Imagine a painter creating a masterpiece. Each brush stroke gets better with feedback. That's how formative assessments shape your art.
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Use 'TRACE': Track, Reflect, Adjust, Create, Evaluate to remember the formative assessment process.
๐ฏ Super Acronyms
PRACTICE for formative assessments
- Process
- Reflect
- Adjust
- Create
- Track
- Improve
- Communicate
- Evaluate.
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Glossary of Terms
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Term: Formative Assessment
Definition:
An ongoing assessment meant to monitor student learning and provide feedback to improve understanding.
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Term: Summative Assessment
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An evaluation that measures student learning at the end of an instructional unit by comparing it against some standard or benchmark.
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Term: Process Journal
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A personal record where students document their creative process, methods, and reflections.
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Term: Criterion
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A standard or rule by which something is judged or evaluated.
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Term: Artist Statement
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A written explanation about the artistic choices made in an artwork, reflecting on influences and intentions.
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Term: Reflective Cycle
Definition:
A process of reflecting on experiences in a structured way, typically involving description, evaluation, analysis, and potential planning.