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When Students Understand the Language of Learning: Moving Towards Assessment-Capable Learners
What does it really mean for students to be assessment-capable—and how often do we see it truly happening in classrooms?
Why Real Objects Matter: Curiosity, Questioning, and Wonder as the Starting Point
I had the pleasure of modelling inquiry at the American School of Madrid, where we examined an existing lesson and considered how it might become more inquiry focused. A central shift was the deliberate use of real objects and lived experiences. The shift took us from pictures, screens, and books to real objects that provoked curiosity.
When a Rubric and Evidence Shape the Learning
Recently, I had the privilege of working alongside teachers at the International School of Zug and Luzern, the American School of Madrid, and BBIS Berlin Brandenburg International School GmbH.
The WHAT and WHY of Continuous Assessment
Continuous assessment is an ongoing process of evaluating and providing feedback on learners' conceptual understanding throughout a learning period. It takes the emphasis off relying on a final assessment.