Competency-Based Learning Strategy:
Encourage Retakes & Test Corrections
NOTE: This strategy is part of the self-paced Design Performance-Based Assessments
Bright Spots
Gain inspiration from authentic examples of this strategy shared by teachers who have used them with their learners.
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Error-analysis stations
At Drew Middle School in Talladega County Schools in Alabama, you will find error analysis stations throughout the hallways. By digging into the errors, students gain valuable insights into their thinking and any misconceptions they have.
Test Corrections aren’t just for math and science
Show your work
Photo source: Rocklin USD
You can ask learners to correct their answers in any subject. In math or science you can ask them to show their work and in humanities classes you can ask for an explanation and evidence like in the example above.
Resources
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