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April 2016 2 Events

Tuesday, April 19

Gamification and Game-Based Learning: Assessment and Evaluation

How do students succeed in game-based learning environments?  How can the education system and daily classes be restructured with the best of what games have to offer?  This session will focus on how assessment and evaluation practices can be designed to appeal to all learners, allow for different paces and paths for students to achieve …

Thursday, April 28

How Do We Assess Mathematical Thinking?

How do we intentionally create assessment strategies in mathematics that support the development of mathematical reasoning in grades 4-8?  Using the Critical Thinking Consortium’s ‘Principles of the Thinking Classroom’ as a framework, teachers will have an opportunity to consider and develop assessment strategies focusing on the mathematical processes. Assessment approaches that are compatible with relevant …