Looking at Student Work

The purpose of feedback is not praise and not judgment but rather developing students' "critical eye" toward their own learning.

To increase the likelihood that students understand how to improve, start with a plan.

Effective and efficient ways to discover not just answers to questions but also how students arrive at those answers.

Students who write first before discussing passages improve their reading skills.

Understanding learning progressions helps teachers advance students to the next stage.

When—and when not—to use pre-assessments.

Now is the time for educators and policymakers to stop using the wrong tests to make important decisions.

Despite some advantages, computerized grading programs have serious drawbacks.

Tips for making sure your time spent writing notes on student work fuels improvement.

As students practice noticing and observing, they also learn how to revise.

Receiving thoughtful feedback from classmates on video presentations, math work, and other assignments can be a great motivator.

A sidewalk project spurs kids and adults to think about the powerful impact of art.

Reviews, research, and relevant reads.

Under just right conditions, the "work sample" method boosts student achievement.

Determining impact requires baseline information. Watch the video.

Flipping your approach, you can find more time to coach students.

Who on your staff reminds everyone to be vigilant about providing respect, appreciation, and inclusion to everyone?

It's all about helping students learn to learn more effectively.