Assessment Capable Learners ask "Where Am I Going?"

Assessment capable learners should be able to answer “Where Am I Going?” The two teacher strategies addressed in this lesson help students know where they are going.

  1. Provide clear and understandable vision of the learning target.
  2. Use examples and models of strong and weak work.

Lesson Outcomes

In this lesson you will discover how to:

  • Implement strategies that maximize the impact of providing clear and understandable learning targets.
  • Identify components of a successful rubric to help students identify success criteria.
  • Implement strategies that maximize the impact of providing examples of strong and weak work to students.
  • Use student goal setting as a way to move forward in learning.

Essential Questions

  • Why is it essential to provide a clear picture of “where am I going” to students?
  • How can I clearly convey the learning targets and assessment criteria?
  • How can we use a combination of strategies to promote assessment capable learners?