Tasks and Rubrics for Balanced Mathematics Assessment in Primary and Elementary Grades
- Judah L. Schwartz
- Joan M. Kenney - Independent Consultant and Researcher
The book features:
-An overview of balanced mathematics assessment and recommendations for using the tasks and rubrics
- Insight into the mathematics domain that the tasks and rubrics in each chapter are designed to assess
-Individual assessment tasks for key areas of importance, concern, or challenge
-A clear, thorough explanation of each task that covers underlying student thinking and how to use the rubrics
The tasks and rubrics in Tasks and Rubrics for Balanced Mathematics Assessment, Grades K-6 can help all teachers improve the mathematical understandings of students and gain a clearer vision of their students' strengths and weaknesses. Informed assessment provides the data and insight to improve instruction and support higher student achievement.
"The authors show a remarkable talent for embedding important and substantive mathematics in charming yet authentic tasks. A rare talent."
"The Balanced Assessment materials are a great teacher resource. They require students to problem solve and use critical thinking skills as they develop possible solution strategies. The materials add a level of fun, interest, and challenge to the mathematics curriculum."
"While designed primarily for elementary school teachers, the book might also be of interest to those of us involved in teacher education and who like to keep tabs on what's going on in Grades K–6."
