Assessment Description
Assessment is an important part of instruction and planning. Early childhood educators must familiarize themselves with the various assessment types, purposes, methods, and tools. Different assessments can be used for a variety of purposes, including determining if each student achieved the desired outcomes of a lesson or evaluating data to determine if re-teaching needs to occur. Assessing students before, during, and after instruction guides the teacher in how to modify and adjust instruction to meet the various learning needs of students.
Imagine your principal has noticed how successful you are in using various types of assessments in your classroom and has asked you to present your knowledge in an upcoming professional development for K–3 grade level teachers.
