formative assessment

Mastering Formative and Summative Assessments in the Classroom

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Understanding and Utilising Different Types of Assessments in Education As educators, we use various forms of assessment to evaluate student learning, inform our instruction, and provide feedback. Four key types of assessment are formal, informal, summative, and formative. Understanding the distinctions and appropriate uses of each is crucial for effective teaching and learning. According to … Read more

The Power of Retrieval Practice for SEN Pupils

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The Power of Retrieval Practice for SEN Pupils 2

What is Retrieval Practice? Retrieval practice, or recalling what you have learned, can be a powerful learning strategy for students with special educational needs. Retrieval practice is a learning strategy in which a person actively attempts to recall information that they have previously studied from memory. This is effective because it helps to strengthen the … Read more