Objectives

1. Outline guidelines for classroom interactions that focus on questioning.
2. List techniques for classroom observations and anecdotal note-taking.
3. List advantages and techniques for informal and formal classroom discussions and conferences.

Overview

Classroom assessment is not limited to objective tests, performance rubrics, or essays. Assessment is ongoing through personal communications, primarily in the form of questioning, observations, and discussions. These types of classroom interactions can provide valuable, immediate feedback about student achievement, communication skills, and social skills. Personal communications with students are unique in that they are spontaneous, flexible, and provide nonverbal cues. This lesson  provides guidelines, strategies, and techniques for making the most of classroom interactions.

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