Implementing Authentic Assessments

As we design lesson plans and learning experiences to support students in constructing the meaning of different topics and prepare them for real life, it is important to also consider our assessments. Often our assessments reflect more traditional methods of determining student progress, but do they best allow students to demonstrate what they know and can do? In this session, we will explore the use of authentic assessments to create relevant, engaging, and rigorous learning experiences for learners in any classroom. Explore a variety of examples as well as practice designing your own authentic assessment to implement with your students.