Module+5

D**escription:** I use the computer to create paper/pencil assessments, but have only recently starting using technology within my classroom as an assessment tool. At this point that is limited to the online program Study Island. I have created many assessments using this tool and have used the results to guide my instruction. After reading the assigned chapters for this module, I gained a better understanding of the positive impact assessment through technology could have on my instruction. The immediate feedback provided will allow me to quickly determine strengths and weaknesses. The possibilities of that feedback are endless. More time may be needed to teach a certain skill, but not all skills covered in a given topic. For example, determining range, median, and mode are 4th grade content standards. When your results are presented to you technologically, you will likely be able to determine that more time is needed on median, but not on range and mode. Therefore, more instructional time is needed on mastering median, and less time is wasted because you're not reteaching a skill the students have already mastered.
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I intend on using the Ohio Department of Education testing portal site to administer the practice OAA online. I use this portal to supplement my instruction and am aware of the online practice test, but have not used it. Quite honestly, I am unsure if it generates a report once the students to have completed it, but I still want to give the experience of taking this test online. Additionally, I intend to allot time to figuring out, using, and sharing some of the productivity tools provided in Dr. Ward's content section.
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