We are now done with the Smarter Balanced Assessments. This test was a HUGE eye-opener for me! For one, the test is not at all like what we are used to regarding national assessments. Getting through the technology challenges was a bit of a headache from a planning perspective. I'm a little scared how we'll manage multiple classrooms at Waukazoo with 1.5 computer labs.
I noticed that the test reminded me of some of the Moby math lessons Abby has recently completed. It's definitely not the same, but there are elements that are similar, including the adaptive nature of the both programs. Plus, there are times Abby has completed lessons that have required her to do old-fashioned calculations on paper and then enter her answer (both numbers or short answer) into the program. This was pretty much the standard during last week's assessments. In many ways, I believe that Moby Math is helping to prepare our students for assessments of the future, while at the same time helping to strengthen what students already know.
Please be sure to initial your student's homework folder for their time on Moby Math. We are finding that Moby isn't accurately tracking time, especially on lessons that have been reassigned.
Thanks so much for your help! Be sure to let me know if you have any questions.
--Mrs. Perrien
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