Formative instruction and assessment are crucial because they provide ongoing feedback that helps both teachers and students adjust their approaches to learning in real-time. By continuously evaluating student understanding and progress through various formative assessments, educators can identify learning gaps and tailor instruction to meet individual needs. This dynamic process fosters a more responsive and effective learning environment, encouraging student engagement and improving overall educational outcomes. Additionally, formative assessments help students take ownership of their learning by providing them with clear insights into their strengths and areas for improvement, ultimately leading to a deeper and more sustained understanding of the material.
Dave Shellhaas, of Explorers Curriculum Consultants, has been supporting teachers for over 15 years in formative assessment and instruction. He has provided teachers with insights and strategies to effectively implement formative instruction into their individual classrooms.
Dave’s numerous years of experience and expertise has resulted in a wonderful book, Ready, Aim…Learn A Practical Guide for Implementing Formative Instruction and Assessment, that walks teachers through the steps of successfully implementing formative instruction and assessment. This practical guide is also written with questions at the end of each chapter which makes it a great resource for a teacher book study.
The book is available on Amazon. You can also contact Explorer Curriculum Consultants to purchase larger quantities for a school book study. CLICK HERE to purchase the book at Amazon.
Professional Development
If your school is interested in booking Dave to do a professional development session for your staff or schedule a longer term professional learning initiative where your school would like a deep dive into implementing formative instruction, feel free to contact us.