You’re in the Right Place If You:
Are looking for creative formative assessment ideas that spark student engagement and growth.
Feel overwhelmed by the challenge of planning instruction that meets the needs of every learner.
Need support in organizing and interpreting student data to inform your teaching.
Want to design student-centered lessons that foster independence, comprehension, and critical thinking.
Formative assessment is more than just a tool—it's a mindset. It's about continuously checking in with your students to gauge their understanding, so you can adjust your teaching in real time. It empowers you to pinpoint what’s working, where students are struggling, and how to meet their unique needs. Formative assessment isn't just a test; it's an ongoing conversation with your students that drives growth and learning. It can take many forms, from exit tickets and peer reviews to interactive class discussions and quick checks for understanding.
At Crafting Comprehension, we focus on strategies that make formative assessment fun and impactful, ensuring that every student stays engaged and actively participates in their learning journey.
I’m Amber, a passionate educator with over a decade of experience teaching K–5 students in Virginia. After earning my master’s degree in reading, I found my true calling in primary education—teaching and assessing reading. I’m deeply committed to helping both teachers and students thrive through the power of formative assessment. I believe learning should be joyful, student-driven, and personalized—and I’m here to give you the resources to make that happen.
Actionable Ideas for Formative Assessment: From quick checks to ongoing assessment strategies, we’ll give you the tools you need to collect meaningful data and act on it.
Data-Driven Instruction: We help you interpret student data to guide your next steps in teaching, ensuring that you’re always meeting your students’ needs.
Engagement Strategies: Assessment doesn’t have to be boring! We’ll show you how to make formative assessments an exciting part of your classroom routine.
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