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Understanding Formative Assessment
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Today, weβre going to dive into the concept of formative assessment. Can anyone tell me what that means in our project context?
Is it about feedback we get while we are still working on our projects?
Exactly! Formative assessments are the continuous feedback loops that help us improve our work as we go along. They help guide our projects before the final submission.
What kind of feedback do we get?
Great question! Feedback comes from both teachers and peers. Think of it as a way to enhance your design based on different perspectives. Can anyone remember a specific example of how we might use peer feedback?
We could show our mood boards and get suggestions on colors or styles?
Spot on! That feedback can really shape our direction. Always remember, feedback is meant to be constructive, and itβs essential to stay open to it. Letβs summarizeβformative assessments are for ongoing feedback that shapes your project for the better.
Summative Assessment Overview
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Now, let's turn our attention to summative assessment. Can anyone tell me what that involves?
I think itβs what we do at the end when we submit our final project?
Correct! The summative assessment evaluates the entire project, including your digital identity and the portfolio documenting your process. What elements do you think are important for this portfolio?
It has to include everything we did, right? Like our research, sketches, and the final design?
Absolutely! Documentation of your journey is critical. Let's think about how you can reflect on what you learned through each stage of the IB Design Cycle. This reflection helps demonstrate your growth.
Does that mean we should also explain why we made certain design decisions?
Definitely! Justifying your choices strengthens your overall presentation. Lastly, summarize for yourself: summative assessments evaluate outcomes and your entire learning journey. Keep these aspects in mind as we proceed.
Continuous Improvement Through Feedback
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Letβs discuss how to effectively utilize the feedback you receive during the formative assessment phase. Can anyone share how they plan on incorporating feedback into their designs?
I think Iβll take notes on the feedback I get and try to apply it to my mood board.
Thatβs a great strategy! Keeping a feedback log will help you keep track of suggestions and improvements. How do you think this can affect your final submission?
If we adjust our designs based on peer reviews, we can end up with a better final product.
Precisely! Every change you make can enhance the clarity and effectiveness of your identity. Don't forget, each iteration is a chance to reflect on what works and what doesnβt. Summarizing today: keep logs, apply feedback, and view iterations as learning opportunities.
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In this section, the assessment for the Digital Identity Design project is delineated, comprising formative assessments provided throughout the unit and summative evaluations of the final digital identity project and associated documentation. Emphasis is laid on both teacher-led and peer feedback to ensure continuous improvement and alignment with design objectives.
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Overview of Assessment
The assessment process for the Digital Identity Design involves a dual approach: formative and summative assessments. Formative assessments are integrated throughout the unit with ongoing feedback provided on various tasks including research plans, sketches, mood boards, and digital wireframes. This is complemented by structured peer feedback sessions, allowing for collaborative refinement of ideas.
Summative Assessment takes place at the project's conclusion, centering on the final digital identity design and an accompanying process portfolio that highlights all aspects of the IB Design Cycle (Criteria A, B, C, D). This comprehensive documentation acts as the primary assessment instrument, showcasing studentsβ understanding and application of design principles throughout the project lifecycle.
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Formative Assessment
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Throughout the unit, continuous feedback will be provided on research plans, brainstormed ideas, sketches, mood boards, digital wireframes, and draft digital assets. This includes regular teacher feedback, structured peer feedback sessions, and guided self-reflection exercises utilizing rubrics.
Detailed Explanation
Formative assessment is an ongoing process where feedback is provided throughout the learning journey. Instead of waiting until the end to evaluate a student's work, teachers offer insights on various stages like brainstorming, sketching, and creating digital wires. This feedback can come from teachers and peers, enabling students to refine their ideas and improve their final projects before the summative assessment.
Examples & Analogies
Imagine youβre training for a sports competition, like a marathon. Instead of only having a coach critique your performance at the end of the race, they give you feedback after every practice session. This way, they help you improve your running technique, pacing, and endurance progressively, ensuring youβre well-prepared on the final day.
Summative Assessment
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The culminating digital identity project, accompanied by a comprehensive process portfolio/documentation that meticulously addresses and provides evidence for all aspects of the IB Design Cycle (Criteria A, B, C, D). This portfolio serves as the primary assessment instrument.
Detailed Explanation
The summative assessment is the final evaluation of a student's learning. In this context, it refers to the completed digital identity project, which is assessed comprehensively. Students must compile a portfolio that includes all materials and reflections related to the IB Design Cycle, showcasing their understanding of the entire process from inquiry to evaluation. This portfolio is essential for final grading.
Examples & Analogies
Think of it like baking a cake. The final cake is your summative assessment. But before the cake is put in the oven, you need to gather your ingredients (research), mix them properly (ideation), and follow the recipe step-by-step (development). When you finally present the cake, it should reflect all your hard work, and a taste test will confirm if youβve successfully created a delicious dessert.
Key Concepts
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Formative Assessment: Ongoing feedback to improve student learning.
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Summative Assessment: Evaluation of academic performance at the end of an instructional period.
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Feedback: Input given to enhance learning and performance.
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Process Portfolio: Documentation of learning progress and reflections.
Examples & Applications
Formative assessments can include peer reviews of mood boards or sketches.
A summative assessment could involve presenting the completed digital identity and the portfolio detailing the design process.
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In formative, we learn and refine; in summative, the stars align.
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Imagine a chef constantly tasting their dish; each bite is feedback, guiding their choices, until the perfect meal is ready to be servedβa parallel to how students receive feedback throughout their projects.
Memory Tools
Remember: F & F for Formative and Feedback. Both are crucial for improving work.
Acronyms
FPS = Feedback, Portfolio, Summative β the three pillars of our assessment strategies.
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Glossary
- Formative Assessment
Ongoing assessments conducted during the learning process to monitor student understanding and improve their learning.
- Summative Assessment
Evaluation of student learning at the end of an instructional unit by comparing it against some standard or benchmark.
- Feedback
Information provided to students about their performance relative to learning goals, aimed at improving future performance.
- Process Portfolio
A comprehensive collection of work, the development process, and reflection on the learning journey throughout the project.
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