Assessment Methods: Extended Response

We continue our analysis of assessment methods by learning about extended written response. Often considered just a tool for language arts, we explore how every teacher can leverage extended response assessments to reveal and provide feedback on student learning. Yet doing so isn’t always easy, so tune into this episode to learn how to maximize this assessment method. Resources from the episode: Stiggins, R.J. Arter, J.A., CHappuis, J. & Chappuis, S. (2006). Classroom Assessment for Student Learning: Doing It Right-Using it Well. Portland, OR: ETS Wiggins, G. (2012, September). Seven Keys to Effective Feedback. Educational Leadership. Volume 70 (1) Goodwin, B., & Miller, K. (2012). Research Says / Good Feedback Is Targeted, Specific, Timely. ASCD, 70(1), 82-83. Retrieved from http://www.ascd.org/publications/educational-leadership/sept12/vol70/num01/Good-Feedback-Is-Targeted,-Specific,-Timely.aspx Hosts: Mellisa Smith, Serena Halstead, and Spencer Ziegler Data, Research, and Accountability department for the Wake County Public School System.