Kindergarten:
We will test the following standards toward the end of grading period 3.
(R-R2,  R-R3,  W-R1,  1M-R1,  1SC-R2,  1SC-R7,  3SC-R1,  4SC-R1, 6SC-R1)
 
 

R-R2	Predict the elements and events in a story. OCL
R-R3	Identify facts in non-fiction. PBA
W-R1	Relate a narrative, creative story or other communication by drawing, telling and writing. TMT
1M-R1	Develop an understanding of number meanings and relationships. CRT
1SC-R2	Ask question about the natural world (e.g., How do trees grow? Why is the sky blue?) OCL
1SC-R7	Observe and describe changes in a simple system (e.g. a plant terrarium) TMT
3SC-R1	Distinguish between natural and man-made object. TMT
4SC-R1	Distinguish living from non-living things. TMT
6SC-R1	Describe the basic needs of living organisms. TMT

OCL: Observation Check List
PBA: Performance Based Assessment
CRT: Criterion Referenced Test
TMT: Teacher Made Test
 

CRT	A Criterion-Referenced Test is an assessment of student performance which is measured against a predetermined criterion or standard and has a predetermined difficulty level which is usually set by a publisher. Success is measured by whether the student can or cannot perform the task or answer the questions correctly. Questions found on standardized tests are considered criterion-referenced--the student either knows the answer or he/she doesn't, and there is no teacher judgment needed. Examples: end-of chapter tests, spelling or vocabulary tests.
TMT	The Teacher-Made-Test is designed by the teacher for everyday classroom use, using materials, problems or tasks from a variety of resources. This test has clearly defined criteria for success. The desired outcome of the completion of the assessment is determined most often by the teacher. This outcome flows from the requirements of the activities presented during instruction. A TMT can be criterion-referenced; the difference is predetermined by an outside source. Examples: assessment activities integrated into thematic units,  student reports,  and art or music products.
OCL	An Observation Check List is used when a student is asked to construct,  present or perform to show what they know and are able to do on an assessment. Successful completion of the task is observable and can be matched to clearly defined criteria. There generally is not a product upon completion of the task,  so the assessment consists of following steps or completing a task involving use of manipulatives.  Examples: learning center activities,  making patterns with manipulatives, completing a cooperative learning activity or participating in a play, debate, speech, or experiment.
PBA	A Performance-Based Assessment requires the student to perform certain tasks rather than just provide oral or written answers on a test.  Performance is observed and judged against predetermined criteria. The criteria for successful completion of the task is presented to the student beforehand so the student can tailor the levels of competency according to defined criteria at each level. Examples: writing an essay or story,  giving a speech,  performing in a play,  solving a math problem focusing on explanation of the process of the solution and not solely on the answer.

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