Practical Formative Assessment Examples

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Examples of Formative Assessment in Action

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Quick Check Examples

Exit Ticket Template

3-2-1 format: 3 things learned, 2 questions, 1 connection

Use: End of lesson understanding check

Think-Pair-Share

Students think individually, discuss in pairs, then share with class

Use: Mid-lesson comprehension check

Thumbs Up/Down

Quick visual check of student confidence on topic

Use: Instant understanding gauge

Writing Assessment Examples

One-Minute Write

Students write everything they know about a topic in 60 seconds

Use: Prior knowledge activation

Peer Review Session

Students provide structured feedback on each other's work

Use: Collaborative improvement

Reflection Journal

Regular written reflection on learning process and understanding

Use: Ongoing self-assessment

Digital Assessment Examples

AI-Powered Writing Feedback

Instant, detailed feedback on student writing using Mark My Words

Use: Real-time writing improvement

Online Quiz with Explanations

Short quiz with immediate feedback and explanation for each answer

Use: Concept understanding check

Digital Portfolio Review

Students curate and reflect on their learning artifacts digitally

Use: Progress tracking over time

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