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Homework Debate Takes on Worldwide Proportion | Colorado Academy - 0 views

  • The general consensus I have heard indicates that more than two hours total a night leads to diminishing returns.
  • “homework is reinforcing the achievement gap between the rich and the poor,” indicating that homework effectiveness is linked to the disparity between those with access to quality education and those whose public school options are lacking;
  • This has led to quality conversations amongst administrators and faculty, and above all a more thoughtful and intentional approach to homework assignments is taking place. 
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  • When we have offered no homework weekends at CA, we have received positive commentary from students and families who talk about being able to re-connect with each other and have some down time in the midst of a busy academic program.
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Cathy N. Davidson "Now You See It: Why the Future of Higher Education Demands a Paradig... - 2 views

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    The history of grades and multiple choice tests.
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Understanding Formative Assessment: A Special Report - Education Week - 3 views

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    Excellent collection on formative assessment
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Rubric Score to Percent Grade Converter | Roobrix.com - 2 views

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    Tool to convert rubric levels into %s. I'm not sure if it makes sense to me.
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Hacking ePortfolios - Chip HoustonChip Houston - 0 views

  • Then, I can’t upload the photo directly to my eportfolio, so I have to email it to myself, but we’re not allowed to receive outside emails (school settings prevent this as a way to protect kids), so I have to login to my personal email (also not allowed during school hours), then upload it to google drive, log back into my school account, and finally upload the picture into my Digication eportfolio. But I don’t like the way it looks, it’s so 2006.”
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TKI Online Assessment Resources - 0 views

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    Excellent site from Ministry of Education in New Zealand. Lots of examples of assessments and presentations on moderation. More examples for students in lower grades.
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11 Essentials for Excellent ePortfolios | Edutopia - 3 views

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    An electronic portfolio can helping students reflect on their learning, organize and share their products, and maintain a record of their accomplishments for the future.
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