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KnowledgeBases > The Classroom Assessment KnowledgeBase > Element 3 > Activity 1 > Task 4: Provide Clear, Concise Instructions, and Positive Encouragement

Guideline:

Each formative assessment is a learning tool for the teacher and student.  The teacher learns how well students are grasping the lesson being taught, and the students learn how well they understand what is being taught.  As an informal process, the teacher must ensure directions, instructions, and/or guidance associated with each assessment are delivered in a concise, easy-to-understand manner.

References Helping Students Understand Assessment _EXTERNAL_LINK

In this Educational Leadership article, author Jan Chappius offers seven strategies designed to help students better understand learning goals, recognize their own skill level in relation to the goals, and take responsibility for reaching the goals.

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