Creating a high quality writing prompt (task) is the key in helping students meet the expectations of Common Core. This resource focuses on introducing the writing task and the scaffolding we use to support teachers in creating one. Topics include:
the purposes of assigning an Individual Assessment of Knowledge and Thinking (IAKT)
the NTN Task Quality Checklist
the LDC Task Templates
Constructs Being Measured
How to Access and Cite
You can watch the video here - https://newtechnetwork.org/resources/developing-student-literacy-series-...
Please ensure you download the Task Sorting Activity as well as the Quick Reference Guide.
To access the resource, visit https://newtechnetwork.org/resources/student-literacy-series/.
Outcome Families
Programmatic Purpose-terms
Instrument Characteristics
Project-based learning
Applicable Grade Levels-terms
Supporting Research
Available Languages
Rationale
Points to Consider
For more guidance on measuring student learning and best practices in adapting measurement tools to your contexts, check out the Portal page on Monitoring and Evaluation. You can also contact Alvin Vista (Knowledge Lead, Student Outcomes) and Robbie Dean (Director of Research) for specific questions.