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Individualized Learning Plan, Fullerton Online Teacher Induction Program (FOTIP), 2017 Page 1 of 6
Semester 3 Only: Identify the Kahoot!
specific technology tools,
applications, links, and/or
devices to be incorporated
into the lesson.
Section 4: Inquiry Research and Exploration
Research/Professional Learning (Identify two articles that have informed inquiry focus. Provide title, URL or citation, and statement of what was learned.)
Individualized Learning Plan, Fullerton Online Teacher Induction Program (FOTIP), 2017 Page 2 of 6
https://www.niallmcnulty.com/2021/06/formal-informal-assessment/ https://www.techlearning.com/how-to/what-is-kahoot-and-how-does-it-work-for-teachers
Which is better and why? Formal or informal assessment? By Niall McNulty What is Kahoot! and How Does it Work for Teachers? Tips and Tricks
In the article McNulty notes that informal assessments are less time consuming than formal Kahoot! is a free web based tool that allows teachers to administer either teacher-made or pre-
assessments, but can also be less accurate. Formal assessments are reliable and measure evidence made quizzes to students. It is a way to gamify learning to make content engaging. It also offers
of student learning as well as giving consistent results over time. Informal assessments are options to reach students at different levels of ability. It is an ideal format to regularly collect data
typically more measures of progress than mastery. My takeaway was that it would be lovely if on student progress and understanding of material. “Teachers can also review results and run
there was a way to have a quick informal assessment that still had the pros of a formal assessment; analytics from game reports for formative assessments so as to better judge progress being made in
reliable and measuring evidence of student learning. With some further research, Kahoot floated to class.”
the foreground as a possible option.
Colleagues (Summarize how two colleagues have addressed this issue in their classroom. Identify grade level, subject, and summary of ideas.)
The 2nd grade teacher does pre-assessments in science and social studies using a KWL chart. After One of my colleagues who teaches middle school social studies uses Google Forms as exit slips,
teaching a unit she gives a written assignment which she evaluates as evidence of student learning. providing a quick snapshot of student knowledge. This allows him to see what students understand
She doesn’t choose to use a technology tool in the assessment process. about the content without being hampered by their writing skills. It also allows him to not just rely
on his observations of what students comprehend in discussions, but provides a hard data point for
him to correlate.
ISTE 2.2.b Advocate for equitable access to educational technology, digital content and learning Teacher will investigate educational technologies new to her that will allow for a more clear
opportunities to meet the diverse needs of all students. assessment of students’ knowledge of content regardless of their language abilities in writing,
speaking, or reading, to better meet the diverse needs of all students.
Section 5: Results and Reflection
Directions: Record Pre- and post- assessment data into Pre/Post Assessment Data Table (see end of document). Include copies/images of pre/post assessments/directions and the Pre/Post
Assessment Data Table with submission.
Pre/Post Assessment Data Analysis Findings for Whole Class Pre/Post Assessment Data Analysis Findings for Three Focus Students
I found that in general, my pre and post assessment data did align. Of 21 students, my clipboard Student M demonstrated confusion during the clipboard assessment. She wasn’t able to answer any
assessment findings for 15 of them was supported by the Kahoot! data. For 6 students, there were questions.
large discrepancies. Of these six students, three I suspect to be neurodivergent in ways that would
make understanding a new system like Kahoot! challenging the first few times. I suspect that these
students would score higher once they became more familiar with the platform. One that scored
much higher on the app than the clipboard assessment loves iPads, but struggles with social
situations, which supports that he scored much higher on the Kahoot! One additional student who
did much better on the Kahoot! is an EL student. I suspect that the use of visual aids in the Kahoot!
supported her higher performance in this setting than the purely verbal setting.
Initial Evidence/Rational for Rating
CSTP Element Revised Rating Suggestions for Moving Forward
Rating (Summarize from POP Section 3)
Promoting critical To move to INNOVATING level: Consider how to increase
Teacher asked questions of analysis and evaluation.
thinking through T – Applying T – Integrating complexity of task beyond a single lesson so that there are
1.5 Students answered questions that included all levels of Bloom’s.
inquiry, problem S – Exploring S - Integrating continuing opportunities for students to engage in inquiry in
solving, and reflection Students created their own math problems. complex problem. How could you extend lesson into PBL?
5.6 Using available Applying Integrating The use of Kahoot! allowed all students to see their Teacher will print Kahoot! reports and include them in
technologies to assist scores instantly allowing them to use the technology for classroom data binder as well as sending them home to
in assessment, goal setting. Teacher is using Kahoot! regularly to parents as evidence of growth.
analysis, and collect student data and analyze it alongside other data
communication of from apps like Freckle.
student learning
5.5 Involving all Exploring Applying The use of Kahoot! allowed all students to see their Create a graphic organizer for students to keep in their
students in self- scores instantly. The teacher met with students desks to track and monitor the goals set with the teacher.
assessment, goal- individually to review their scores, and set a goal for the Beginning in January when 1st grade has more language
setting, and progress content that they needed to improve upon or master. skills, integrate a SMART goals graphic organizer for
monitoring students to create and track their learning goals.
Special Emphasis ISTE-Educator and ISTE-Student Standards (Semester 3 only)
Results of Incorporation into Lesson Key Learnings and New Skills/Knowledge Developed by Teacher
The students enjoyed the instant feedback they received using Kahoot! It was meaningful for them It was meaningful for me to have more raw data to work with in order to gauge student learning
to be able to demonstrate their learning using technology as well. For some students, this was a versus just my own observations during class and on written assignments. I did feel that it was hard
much easier way for them to show their knowledge, while for others, this format was a hindrance to get the kids set up to take the Kahoot! because of their age, but with continued use, I think this
because of the timer and competitive nature of the activity. would be a meaningful addition to my practice.
Action Items
Use more technology such as Kahoot! to continue collecting hard data to support lesson planning and for assessment planning. Continue to work on integrating
For curriculum design, lesson more modalities into assessments such as visual and auditory to support EL students.
planning, assessment
planning
Make sure to continue walking around the classroom while teaching to check in on individual students while delivering lessons. Pull small groups of
For classroom practice consistently struggling students for targeted instruction in subjects besides language.
For teaching English learners, Emphasize use of cognates to EL students particularly in domain specific vocabulary where EL students struggle most. Continue integrating more modalities
students with special needs, into assessments such as visual and auditory to support EL students.
and students with other Repeated instructions 1:1 for special needs students with attention and language processing challenges.
instructional challenges
Take a course on Slinglerland multisensory education to support EL students and those with language learning differences. Find a class on executive
For future professional functioning skills.
development
Integrate technology specifically related to supporting EL students in developing vocabulary in English and accessing that vocabulary in domain specific
For future inquiry/ILP subjects such as social studies and science.
Individualized Learning Plan, Fullerton Online Teacher Induction Program (FOTIP), 2017 Page 3 of 6
Integrate technology specifically related to supporting EL students in developing vocabulary in English and accessing that vocabulary in domain specific
For next POP cycle subjects such as social studies and science.
Integrate technology specifically related to supporting EL students in developing vocabulary in English and accessing that vocabulary in domain specific
Semester 3 Only: subjects such as social studies and science.
For future use of technology
Individualized Learning Plan, Fullerton Online Teacher Induction Program (FOTIP), 2017 Page 4 of 6
Other Notes
Pre-Assessment Data Range and Average Post-Assessment Data Range and Average
Range: Range:
N – Not meeting standard 2/7 – 7/7
M/E – Meeting standard/Exceeding Standard
Average – 5/7
Average – M (Meeting Standard)
PRE-/POST- ASSESSMENT DATA TABLE
Student Pre-Assessment Score Post-Assessment Score Comments
1. Focus Student: EL N 5/7
4. WB M 7/7
5. MB M 6/7
6. SC M 4/7
7. EC M 5/7
8. RC M/E 7/7
9. PC M 6/7
10. AC N 3/7
12. RL W 6/7
13. FL W 4/7
14. LM M 6/7
15. FN M 3/7
16. AO M 5/7
17. EP W 5/7
18. MP W 2/7
19. NR W 5/7
20. RS M 5/7
21. PS M 6/7
22.
23.
Pre-assessment Description:
Informal teacher clipboard assessment of
student mastery of the 1st grade science
domain of animal and plant survival needs
and structures. Students discussed an
informational book about animals in pairs
while the teacher came around and asked
questions to each student about animal and
plant survival needs.