Why Assess?

Well, because we have to. But what do we get out of it? Well, here are some things to think about.

Quality Assessment:

• tells us about our students' interests and hobbies,
• allows students to demonstrate what they can do,
• allows students to relate what they know,
• provides opportunities for students to develop their self-monitoring and self-regulation skills,
• guides our planning and instruction and ultimately helps us become better teachers.