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National Council of Teachers of Mathematics 2014 Regional Conference and Exposition: Richmond, Virginia

Please note: The NCTM conference program is subject to change.

210- Students Reveal How Ongoing Assessments Helped Them Learn Math

Friday, November 14, 2014: 11:30 AM-12:00 PM
Grand Ballroom F (Marriott) (Marriott)
Lead Speaker:
Barbara A. Swartz
Co-Speaker:
Holly Henderson Pinter


Formative assessments are necessary for student learning. Students reported in course evaluations that biweekly, ungraded quizzes were helpful in aiding their understanding of the mathematics content and allowed them to formalize their ideas before being graded. Participants will discuss pedagogical considerations.

Presentation Format: General Interest / All Audiences Burst
Grade Band Audience: General Interest/All Audiences