Advocate for assessment practices that honor student diversity and strengths from "summary" of Hacking Assessment by Starr Sackstein
When thinking about assessment practices, it is crucial to keep in mind the diverse range of students in our classrooms. Each student brings with them unique strengths and abilities that should be honored and acknowledged in the assessment process. As educators, it is our responsibility to create assessment practices that are inclusive and sensitive to the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our students. One way to advocate for assessment practices that honor student diversity and strengths is to offer multiple avenues for students to demonstrate their understanding and mastery of a subject. This could include allowing students to choose from a variety of assessment options, such as traditional tests, projects, presentations, or portfolios. By providing choices, we can better accommodate different learning styles and preferences, enabling each student to showcase their abilities in a way that feels authentic and empowering to them....
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