UbD Staff Development

Title of Unit Utilizing the application Plickers to assist with formative assessments and data collection for specific units of instruction.

Grade Level Staff Development

Developed By Martha Hill

Identify Desired Results (Stage 1)Content StandardsISTE T Standard 3: Model digital age work and learningTeachers exhibit knowledge, skills, and work processes representative of an innovative professional in a global and digital society.a. Demonstrate fluency in technology systems and the transfer of current knowledge to new technologies and situations.b. Collaborate with students, peers, parents, and community members using digital tools and resources to support student success and innovation.c. Communicate relevant information and ideas effectively to students, parents, and peers using a variety of digital age media and formats.d. Model and facilitate effective use of current and emerging digital tools to locate, analyze, evaluate, and use information resources to support research and learning.

Understandings Essential QuestionsOverarching Understanding Overarching Topical

Understand the educational benefits of using a method of a quick formative assessment for a unit of instruction.

How to setup a Plickers account. Use the tools provided to create and administer formative

assessments. How to use a mobile device and Plickers cards in a formative

assessment. How to provide immediate feedback from data collected.

What understandings can be exhibited through a formative assessment?

What are the benefits of immediate data for future instructional planning?

What features do you appreciate in the Plickers application to provide data in formative assessments?

What are the benefits to having immediate data for instructional planning?

What features does Plickers offer to provide data and immediate feedback for student understanding in a unit of study?

Related Misconceptions It takes too much time to collect data in assessments. Teachers must have the technology skills and know-how to

utilize Plickers. Students using the cards will not give an accurate depiction of

their understandings.KnowledgeStudents will know…

SkillsStudents will be able to…

What to do/consider before performing a Plickers assessment. Educational benefits to receiving immediate data for

instructional units.

Setup a Plickers account. Add/ or enter classroom rolls and print unique cards for formative

assessment readings. Add content to their folders within Plickers to archive formative

assessments. Administer formative assessments to their class. Collect data for future instructional planning.

Assessment Evidence (Stage 2)Performance Task Description

Teachers will understand the basics of a Plickers account. Teachers will understand how to navigate within the Plickers application. Teachers will interpret the educational benefits of utilizing formative assessments for future instructional planning. Teachers will discuss with others pros and cons to using Plickers for data collection. Teachers will use archived formative assessments stored within the Plickers application. Teachers will understand how multimedia and technology can enhance teaching and learning. Teachers will create an individual Plickers account. Teachers will understand the function and operation of the Plickers dynamics when scanning for formative assessments. Teachers will be able to view participation and advise students that have not yet completed the assessment questions. Teachers will be able to use data collected to debrief students for remediation or enrichment based on the assessment results. Teachers will understand the benefits of immediate assessment for time management in instructional planning. Teachers will be able to provide administration, students, and peers with a method of data collection for student instructional goals. Teachers will be able to utilize any device that has a camera capacity to scan and collect data during formative assessments. Teachers will be able to provide students the opportunity to assess standards in an innovative and technological manner for ease of delivery

and interest

Teachers will be able to plan for future instruction in a concise and efficient manner based on results.Other Evidence

Email discussions (question/answer). Review of curated materials. Completion of professional development and participation in actual testing.

Assessment Online assessment survey – course rating Online evaluation survey – understanding Application participation in student’s own classroom (example of quiz, data collected)

Learning Plan (Stage 3)

Teachers will start by reading the introduction on home page. Teachers will watch the “What to Do Before Creating a Website” PowtToon (hook). Review syllabus Participate in the “Top 10 Reasons Teachers Need a Website” webcast Review curated content lists Participate in the Weebly screencast Create a basic Weebly page Add a picture, video, title and page to your website Link Weebly page to school’s website

Evaluation/Assessment

PLICKERS STAFF  DEVELOPMENT   EVALUATIONThe presentation was useful and informative. *

Strongly Agree Agree Neutral Disagree Strongly Disagree

The presentation seemed planned and well organized. *

Strongly Agree Agree Neutral Disagree Strongly Disagree

I actively participated in the presentation. *

Strongly Agree Agree Neutral Disagree Strongly Disagree

I feel the use of Plickers for my classes could be beneficial to my students. *

Strongly Agree Agree Neutral Disagree Strongly Disagree

I would like to know more about collecting immediate feedback and data for my instructional planning. *

Strongly Agree Agree Neutral Disagree Strongly Disagree

PLICKERS   ASSESSMENT  SURVEYWhat are the instructional benefits to using Plickers and formative assessments? *

What Plickers elements would be most useful for your class instruction? *

Do you see any limitations to using Plickers during instructional class time? *

What limitations do you foresee in assessment creation? *

What would you like to know more about, in regards to setting up the Plickers application in your classroom? *