Solution
Assessment Strategies
A. Evaluation of the Formative Assessment: Multiplying Tenths
1. The formative assessment appropriately aligns with the lesson objective and the Nevada
Mathematics Standard, which focuses on operations with decimals, fractions, and percentages. The
assessment task, having students multiply tenths, directly reflects the lesson's learning goals and offers a
graphical aid to support student understanding, reinforcing alignment with the intended content and
skills.
2. The assessment incorporates various question formats, including multiple-choice, fill-in-the-blank,
and short written responses. This variety promotes rigor and gives students multiple opportunities to
demonstrate understanding. For instance, a student might correctly select a multiple-choice answer but
struggle to explain their reasoning, highlighting a need for deeper comprehension. This diverse structure
helps the teacher assess fluency and understanding, ensuring students aren't just memorizing processes.
3. This assessment is valuable for gauging student progress and informing future instruction. It allows
the teacher to identify which students grasped the concept and which may need additional support. The
assessment results provide insight into specific areas of difficulty for students who struggle. These results
can guide differentiated instruction, inform grouping strategies, and help the teacher tailor lessons to