Authentic Assessment & English Language Learners

What is Authentic Assessment?
1. Performance based
2. Real world tasks
3. Application in a meaningful way
Why Should I Use Authentic Assessment with EL Students?
2. Students show what they know.
3. Offers direct evidence of knowledge
4. Allows student to think critically
5. Provides real opportunities to engage in L2 use
How Can I Create an Authentic Assessment?
1. Step 1: Identify the standard
2. Step 2: Select an authentic task.
3. Step 3: Identify Criteria for the task
4. Step 4: Create a rubric
How Do I Grade Authentic Assessments?
2. Score with a rubric
  1. a scale used to assess performance on a specific task
  2. Give descriptors for expected performance at each level
3. Criterion referenced
4. Students scored on how well the task is accomplished
What Does Authentic Assessment Look Like in My Classroom?
2. Students creating sets of more and less with counters
3. Students building a shelter to block the effects of the sun
4. Students working cooperatively to complete a task
5. Students actively engaged in meaningful activities
How Do EL Students Benefit from Authentic Assessment?
2. Students can show what they know without limited English being a barrier
3. Small Group assessments provide a meaningful reason for language use
4. Performance activities are more engaging and fun
5. Performance assessments can be less intimidating, allowing LEP students to be on equal footing with their peers

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