As I monitor the progress I have made on my GAME plan I am finding a lot of information that is valuable as I try to carry out the goals that I have set for myself. I am consulting the Internet, books, peers, and our technology facilitator.
At this point I am very satisfied with my action plan. So far I have learned a lot about alterative assessments for student learning. I have researched and studied performance-based assessments, project-based, and opened ended response formats. I have learned about many ways I can incorporate technology in order to assess student learning.
The questions that have arisen are when and where do I find the time to create so many new assessments for my students that involve technology? Most of my text books and programs come with ready made assessments. For many subject areas, my county has gone to the bubble sheet format. All tests and exams are sent out to be scored. Our reading program is non negotiable and there is no leeway in this area. I feel completely trapped from being able to use technology and creativity. If I was able to integrate technology through assessment where do most teachers find the time to recreate this type of information?
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Hello Sarah,
ReplyDeleteI have to agree with your question. When do we have time? I just read a post from the other Sarah and she said it beautifully - BABY STEPS! After reading it I realized that she is right. There is only so much time in a day. I'm going to pick on subject and create lessons/assessments for it. Luckily for me I have a new Smartboard and clickers and it will make it a little easier. Good luck and don't let the system wear you down. :)
Dawn
Hello Sarah,
ReplyDeleteI could not agree more with the comment that you make on the fact that it is more than hard to find time to manage all the mentioned changes and improvements in the way that evaluation gets conducted. It is really hard as regards all types ofd schools and teachers as we all are busy. In your case, however, the situation gets really tough. I do not believe that it is ppossible to simply say how to solve the problem you feature as I believe that in case you really wanted to conduct considerable changes, you would have to join a larger group of profesionsals so that he efforts get joined.
Hi Sarah,
ReplyDeleteI feel the same way. I want to try something new in my classroom only to be put on hold. I was told that I was getting a Smartboard and it never happened. I have to work around the other teachers to get the laptops for an hour in my class. I guess it is small steps.
Frank
Sarah,
ReplyDeleteI totally understand how you must feel. I have met a number of roadblocks in implementing my GAME Plan similar to yours. The phrase that comes to mind is "adapt and adjust" you plan to work within the constraints of what you have got. I wish you the best of luck in your struggle to incorporate more technology into your curriculum.
Heather