Learner Centered Assessment Practices

Pathway: Assessment

These learning sessions will focus on the shift from traditional grading to competency-based reporting, emphasizing growth toward mastery and effective assessment strategies. Participants will explore various models of competency-based systems, discuss key decision flows, and gain practical tools for enhancing assessment practices. These sessions also introduce the Co-design sample assessment philosophy and offer actionable strategies for developing meaningful, collaborative learning experiences.

Competency-Based Assessment Models

Intended Audience: Leaders of SRSN Districts and State and Regional Organizations, Principals, Instructional Coaches, Teachers

Resources

This learning session will explore the rationale behind competency-based reporting and its transformative impact on education. Participants will delve into the continuum of traditional grading systems and how they evolve into competency-based reporting, focusing on growth towards mastery. Attendees will gain an overview of various competency-based reporting models and discuss the key elements that make them effective. The session will conclude with practical strategies for identifying next steps in implementing or enhancing competency-based reporting within their educational context.

Learning Goals

  • Consider the why of competency based reporting

  • Learn about the continuum of traditional grading and reporting to competency-based reporting (growth to mastery)

  • Gain an overview of competency-based reporting models

  • Identify next steps

Defining an Assessment Philosophy

Intended Audience: Leaders of SRSN Districts and State and Regional Organizations, Principals, Instructional Coaches, Teachers

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This engaging professional learning session will help us uncover the hidden messages of grading and explore what truly counts as an assessment. Learn about the Co-design sample assessment philosophy, and gain practical strategies for co-designing assessments with your community. Walk away with actionable tips to enhance your assessment practices and create more meaningful, collaborative learning experiences.

Outcomes

  • Learn about hidden messages of grading

  • Discuss what counts as an assessment

  • Gain information about the co-design sample assessment philosophy

  • Walk away with tips for co-designing with your community

Systems and Structures to Support Competency-Based Assessment

Intended Audience: Leaders of SRSN Districts and State and Regional Organizations, Principals, Instructional Coaches, Teachers

Outcomes

  • Explore shifts in competency-based assessment and key decisions flow

  • Learn about models of competency-based structures and systems

  • Identify next steps

This learning session will explore shifts in competency-based assessment and the key decision flows that shape effective practices. Gain insights into models of competency-based structures and systems, and identify actionable next steps to implement in your own context. This session will provide you with the tools and knowledge to transform your assessment strategies and enhance student success in a competency-based framework.

Facilitators

Katie Martin

Katie Martin
Learner Centered Collaborative

Dr. Katie Martin is the CIO of Learner-Centered Collaborative, the author of Learner-Centered Innovation and Evolving Education, and an internationally recognized educator and coach for her approach to educator and student learning. She has worked directly with thousands of teachers and administrators in diverse contexts to learn, research, and support deeper learning. As an education leader and mom she wants all kids to have learning experiences that build on their strengths and interests and empower them to develop the knowledge, skills, and mindsets to thrive in a changing world. As the co-founder of Learner-Centered Collaborative, she shapes the professional learning experiences schools and districts need to make this happen.

Bryanna Hanson

Bryanna Hanson
Learner Centered Collaborative

Bryanna Hanson is Director of Learning Design at Learner-Centered Collaborative. She supports educators in developing competency-based learning environments where learners engage in real-world learning experiences rooted in inclusive and equitable practices. As a former middle and high school Spanish teacher, instructional coach and technology specialist she is passionate about shifting both classroom practices and systems to support a broader definition of success.

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