Format: Asynchronous course beginning October 20 with final assignment due by December 11. Must complete work each week.
What if assessments weren’t just a measure of what students know, but a tool to help them grow, take risks, and build confidence? This workshop invites educators to reimagine how we assess student learning, centering curiosity and self-reflection instead of perfection. We will explore fun and challenging non-traditional assessments to demonstrate learning beyond the standards. You’ll learn how to:
- Create space for mistakes as a vital part of the learning process
- Offer optional, meaningful challenges that inspire curiosity—not anxiety
- Use feedback and reflection more effectively than grades alone
- Rethink assessment as a collaborative, student-centered experience
You’ll also explore a model of incentive-based challenges that deepen engagement without impacting grades, offering students the freedom to explore, try, and learn without fear of failure. Leave with reimagined assessment strategies, concrete examples, and renewed energy to help your students own their learning journey.
Participants who successfully complete all assignments will earn 15 PDPs in Curriculum & Instruction.
