Empower Effective Teacher Assessment

While formal diagnoses offer useful background, they are just one piece of the puzzle. Truly inclusive teaching hinges on teachers using effective formative assessment to understand each learner's learning in real-time

Short code	Description
Careful questioning	Ask targeted, open-ended questions to probe learner understanding, identify misconceptions, and gather real-time insights into their thinking and learning needs.
Analysis of learner work	Review learner responses, assignments, or tasks to pinpoint patterns of error, gaps in knowledge, or specific areas where support or clarification is required.
Collaborative discussions	Engage learners in structured, small-group or whole-class conversations to uncover their reasoning, share perspectives, and collectively deepen understanding.
Specific diagnostic instruments	Use standardized or specialized tools (e.g., reading fluency tests, phonics screeners) to assess particular skills or barriers, informing precise and tailored instructional decisions.