EXPLORE GROW REFLECT
SAMPLE FORMATIVE ASSESSMENTS
POP SONNETS CHALLENGE
Activity designed as an introduction to sonnets and Shakespearean language. Students "translate" sonnets written in Shakespearean language into everyday English, then try to guess which popular song is represented by that sonnet. Eight sonnet/song options.
GRADES
9-12
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GRAMMAR REVIEW
GAME
One of many high-engagement team competition-style games I've created to use as a tool to review concepts like grammar that have definite "correct" and "incorrect" answers.
GRADES
9-12
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QUOTE SELECTION & ANALYSIS CHART
Graphic organizer for an analytical essay. Students are required to expand upon previously selected ideas by selecting and analyzing quotes from the text. Examples are provided as scaffolding.
GRADES
9-12
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FOUND POEM & COLLAGE
Students create a collage and a found poem, both of which represent themselves, their experiences, and their outlook on life.
Students are also required to write an explanation of their images and poetry choices, describing how these choices represent aspects of their lives and personalities.
GRADES
9-12
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