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Training Course on Leading Formative and Summative Assessment Practices
Introduction
In today’s data-driven educational environment, the ability to implement effective formative and summative assessment practices is crucial for academic success. Training Course on Leading Formative and Summative Assessment Practices empowers education leaders, instructional coaches, and classroom practitioners to strategically lead and implement high-impact assessment strategies that support student learning and academic growth. By integrating real-time data analytics, feedback loops, and evidence-based instructional decisions, this course fosters a culture of assessment for learning rather than merely assessment of learning.
Through a blend of interactive learning models, digital tools for assessment, and practical leadership insights, this course enables participants to master both formative and summative assessments. Participants will explore adaptive learning, differentiated instruction, progress monitoring, and standards-based grading, all while aligning assessments with learning objectives and curriculum standards. The training supports the development of instructional leaders who can bridge data with action, ensuring equity, engagement, and excellence in education.
Programme Curriculum
Training Course on Leading Formative and Summative Assessment Practices
Introduction
In today’s data-driven educational environment, the ability to implement effective formative and summative assessment practices is crucial for academic success. Training Course on Leading Formative and Summative Assessment Practices empowers education leaders, instructional coaches, and classroom practitioners to strategically lead and implement high-impact assessment strategies that support student learning and academic growth. By integrating real-time data analytics, feedback loops, and evidence-based instructional decisions, this course fosters a culture of assessment for learning rather than merely assessment of learning.
Through a blend of interactive learning models, digital tools for assessment, and practical leadership insights, this course enables participants to master both formative and summative assessments. Participants will explore adaptive learning, differentiated instruction, progress monitoring, and standards-based grading, all while aligning assessments with learning objectives and curriculum standards. The training supports the development of instructional leaders who can bridge data with action, ensuring equity, engagement, and excellence in education.
Course Objectives
Understand the difference between formative and summative assessments.
Apply data-informed instructional strategies.
Design learning outcome-aligned assessments.
Utilize real-time formative feedback tools.
Implement adaptive assessment technologies.
Promote student-centered assessment environments.
Analyze and interpret assessment analytics.
Lead collaborative data-driven decision-making teams.
Integrate digital assessment platforms into instruction.
Foster assessment literacy among teaching staff.
Use assessments to drive personalized learning paths.
Support inclusive and equity-based evaluation methods.
Monitor academic progress using evidence-based frameworks.
Target Audiences
Instructional Leaders
School Administrators
Curriculum Developers
K-12 Teachers
Teacher Trainers
Education Policy Makers
Academic Coaches
Special Education Coordinators
Course Duration: 5 days
Course Modules
Module 1: Introduction to Formative and Summative Assessment
Understanding key differences and complementary roles
Historical evolution of assessment in education
Purpose and impact on learning
Frameworks for effective implementation
Key challenges and solutions
Case Study: Transitioning from summative-only to balanced assessment at Riverside Elementary
Module 2: Designing Effective Assessment Tools
Aligning assessments with learning objectives
Bloom’s Taxonomy in test construction
Creating performance-based tasks
Validity and reliability considerations
Tools for digital assessment creation
Case Study: Designing rubrics and tasks for authentic learning at Lakeside High School
Module 3: Real-Time Formative Feedback and Technology
Using instant feedback apps and platforms
Integrating exit tickets and polls
Leveraging LMS for formative data
AI tools in formative evaluation
Student reflection and goal setting
Case Study: Real-time feedback using EdTech at Horizon Middle School
Module 4: Data Analytics in Assessment
Collecting and managing student data
Visualizing trends with dashboards
Interpreting formative vs summative outcomes
Identifying achievement gaps
Leading data conversations with staff
Case Study: Using Google Data Studio for assessment insights in Charter Schools
Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with a globally- recognized certificate.
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Key Notes
a. The participant must be conversant with English.
b. Upon completion of training the participant will be issued with an Authorized Training Certificate
c. Course duration is flexible and the contents can be modified to fit any number of days.
d. The course fee includes facilitation training materials, 2 coffee breaks, buffet lunch and A Certificate upon successful completion of Training.
e. One-year post-training support Consultation and Coaching provided after the course.
f. Payment should be done at least a week before commence of the training, to FINESKILL TRAINING CENTER account, as indicated in the invoice so as to enable us prepare better for you.