Chapter 2 – Providing Feedback Focuses on Formative Assessment Four Generalizations should be met – Feedback should be corrective in nature – Feedback should be timely – Feedback should be specific to criterion – Students can effectively provide some of their own feedback

Technology Feedback Resources Word Processing Applications – Insert Comments – Track Changes Data Collection Tools – Student Response Systems “clickers” – Immediate Feedback – Grading Software

Technology Feedback Resources Web Resources – Games, quizzes, simulations that provide feedback Communication Software – Blogs, Wikis, , Instant Messaging, Video Conferencing

Chapter 3 - Providing Recognition Recognition can positively influence student’s attitudes and beliefs about accomplishment Most effective when the reward is contingent on achievement Praise is more effective than tangible rewards

Tips for classroom practice Personalize Recognition Use the Pause, Prompt, and Praise Strategy Use concrete symbols of recognition Example: Use technology to post exemplary student work for peers, parents, and professionals

Recognition thru Technology Data Collection tools: Students post work anonymously, classmates review, and then give a grade via a web-based survey Multimedia: Create a Certificate of Recognition

Web Resources: Create an online picture gallery of student work Communication Software: Send an audio or use video conferencing