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KnowledgeBases > The Classroom Assessment KnowledgeBase > Element 1 > Activity 3 > Task 2: Identify What Students Need to Know and Be Able to Do

Guideline:

Formative assessments should be based on what students must know so they understand what is expected of them and how they can help to close gaps in their learning.  Subject matter expectations should be enumerated in measurable objectives related to the assessment.

Checklists Shopping List of Useful Verbs

This resource offers a categorized "shopping list" of useful verbs to assist in making objectives more precise.

Tools Bloom's Taxonomy

This document provides links to websites offering resources on Bloom's Taxonomy.

Tools How to Write Measurable Goals and Objectives _EXTERNAL_LINK

This Indiana Department of Education resource provides two linked tools designed to help writers turn goals into objectives.

Guidelines Goals, Objectives, and Activities

This document summarizes the key elements of well-written goals, objectives, and activities. The document includes a link to the Performance Objectives Worksheet, which is a guide on writing objectives.

References Aligning Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment _EXTERNAL_LINK

This Florida Department of Education brief gives an overview of aligning curriculum, instruction, and assessment. Though the context relates to Florida, the basic principles may be applicable to any school. The guidance brings the process into the classroom to assure classroom assessments are aligned with applicable standards.

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