Tasks and Rubrics for Balanced Mathematics Assessment in Primary and Elementary Grades
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Rating | : | 4.16 (531 Votes) |
Asin | : | 1412957311 |
Format Type | : | paperback |
Number of Pages | : | 216 Pages |
Publish Date | : | 2015-04-19 |
Language | : | English |
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During that time she was involved in assessment task design, student performance evaluation, and outreach to community stake-holders; she also served on the Mathematics Task Force of the Massachusetts Board of Higher Education, and on the original design committee for the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS). He was trained in theoretical physics and mathematics and did research for
"The authors show a remarkable talent for embedding important and substantive mathematics in charming yet authentic tasks. A rare talent." (Mark J. The materials add a level of fun, interest, and challenge to the mathematics curriculum." (Melanie Nichols, Dean of Academic Affairs 2007-02-20)"While designed primarily for elementary school teachers, the book might also be of interest to those of us involved in teacher education and who like to keep tabs on what's going on in Grades K–6." (MAA Reviews, April 2008 2008-08-07) . They require students to problem solve and use critical thinking skills as they develop possible solution strategies. Driscoll, Codirector)"The Balanced Assessment materials are a great teacher resource
This comprehensive, research-based book helps teachers use standards-linked assessments to collect accurate formative data about students' strengths and weaknesses and increase mathematical understandings for all learners.
Kimberly McCune said Great Tasks. I am looking forward to using the fun activities in the book to help me fulfill the new common core requirements.