4 Point Quick Check Responses

Quick checks are the EnVision end of Topic mini assessments that we take in class to see how we're understanding each area.  Today we worked through the above problem as a class.  We read the question carefully and underlined the important parts of it so that we could visibly see what our job was.  Then we went through each underlined part and made sure we followed directions. 

We also discussed what it means to "explain" something and how this is done thoroughly and thoughtfully.  The expectation is that the students can tell why they answered the way they did- it is not to repeat what they did.

It is still early in the year and my goal is for the students to grow in the area of explaining their mathematical thinking, not for them to become anxious over it :)  Therefore, we will dedicate as much time as needed to solidify this skill as it is something that will benefit the kids in all academic areas... not just math!

                                           Learning Targets

 

Learning Targets are important for so many reasons!   They're a quick and simple way for us to keep track of our daily goals, and pin-point key skills we learn and need to know.   In our classroom these targets are currently changing daily, however, once we begin longer units of study some may remain for a couple of days. 

Pairing the Learning Targets with a self-assessment at the end of each day via our "How Am I Doing" worksheet is proving to be a beneficial way for the kids to monitor their own learning.  Students are encouraged to be honest and they're reminded that these self assessments are for their benefit (not a grade).  I model how to think through this process :)