1475.3, CODE, Slade, The Science of Reading: A Professional Journey Session 3: Assessing Our Students

The purpose of assessment is to gather relevant information about student performance. Assessments should guide our daily instruction. Find out more!

By the End of This Session You’ll Be Able To

• Outline the Big 5 components of reading
• Compose a drill down method to identify areas of growth for your students
• Learn to backfill for students who need additional help

Why It Matters

• Assessments are powerful tools to track student progress
• Assessments allow you to individualize your teaching to meet each student’s needs
• You can create an environment that fosters cognitive development necessary for children to read