Rejects racism, discrimination Affirms pluralism, equity A critical pedagogy; dynamic Self –reflective Student-centered Inclusive
Please write down: 1 idea/point about Multicultural Education you understand well 1 idea/point about Multicultural Education you are confused or unsure about (Pass paper in, then stand and stretch)
CAT: Classroom Assessment Technique
Research into the process of learning Activity that involves students thinking about their learning Ungraded feedback to the instructor Embedded into instruction Actively done by students CAT: What is it?
Improve learning effectiveness Save time--- by getting immediate feedback Help students learn to learn Address cultural or linguistic differences Improve communication between students and teacher CATs: Purpose?
CAT vs. Quiz CAT: Research into the process of learning (assessment for instruction improvement) Quiz: Research into student learning outcomes (evaluation of student knowledge)
CATs: Types Short & Simple minutes Long & involved - full class period Written - individual responses (f2f or online) Oral - focus groups Individual Group
CATs: How to do them? Pick a simple one Try one per week, then build up Use the results Let students know their feedback is valued ENJOY!!!
Reference Angelo, T. A., & Cross, P. K. (2003). Classroom Assessment Techniques: A Handbook for College Teachers (2nd ed). Jossey Bass Higher and Adult Education Series P.S. You’ll be doing CATs over the next few days!