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SUMMARY:Effective Assessment Strategies for FSL – Winter 2027
DESCRIPTION:Course Details\nSchedule and Format\n\n8 lessons over 8 weeks that blend theory and practice:\n\nSynchronous 90-minute classes Thursdays\, 7:00–8:30 p.m. ET (on Zoom)\n\n60 minutes of synchronous online learning\n30 minutes of collaborative planning and/or individual reflection (synchronously or asynchronously)\n\n\n\n\nFirst class: January 21\, 2027\nLast class: March 11\, 2027\n\nRegistration Fees\nRegistration includes a complimentary digital publication of your choice from the CASLT Boutique. Participants who successfully complete a course will also receive a $20 gift card for CASLT’s online boutique. \n\n\n\nRegistration Type\nRate\n\n\nCASLT Member\n$185 + tax\n\n\nNon-member*\n$250 + tax\n\n\n\n*Includes a one-year CASLT membership. \nCourse Completion\nAll participants who finish the course successfully will receive a certificate of completion. \nParticipant Profile\nTeachers of K–12 Core\, Intensive/Extended French\, or French Immersion programs across Canada \nLanguage of the Course\nThis course uses a bilingual approach. Course content will be presented in English\, and participants may engage in coursework and discussions in English or French. \nInstructional Approach\n\nFlipped Classroom: Participants will engage with course materials before class\, allowing in-class time to be used for deeper discussion\, hands-on activities\, and collaborative learning.\nPeer Learning: Participants will be encouraged to learn from each other through structured group discussions and collaborative planning.\nReflective Practice: Participants will engage in regular written reflections to critically evaluate their learning and teaching practices.\nApplied Learning: The course will focus on creating and adapting practical\, context-specific tools and resources grounded in sound theoretical principles. Participants will engage in a continuous learning\, application\, and reflection cycle.\n\nCourse Description\nHow can we assess and evaluate our students in French while fostering engagement\, motivation\, and authentic use of the target language? What is the solution to assessment overwhelm and endless nights marking “my favourite animal” slideshows? This foundational course will explore best practices of assessment and evaluation in French as a second/additional language. Participants will learn practical and time-saving strategies for designing and implementing authentic and engaging assessments to evaluate student language proficiency in a classroom with diverse needs. The course covers essential topics\, including assessment frameworks\, triangulation of evidence\, differentiation\, inclusion\, curriculum alignment\, reporting\, workflow\, and international language credentials. Participants will engage in hands-on activities and discussions emphasizing collaborative planning and practical application. By the end of the course\, participants will have developed a personalized repertoire of formative and summative assessments tailored to their specific contexts. \nLearning Outcomes\nBy the end of this 8-lesson course\, participants will: \n\nDesign assessments that incorporate real-world scenarios and encourage the authentic use of the French language.\nDevelop assessment strategies to accommodate diverse learning needs and promote inclusivity.\nImplement triangulation methods to ensure a comprehensive evaluation of student proficiency.\nImplement practical and efficient strategies to streamline the assessment process and reduce workload.\n\nCourse Overview\n\n\n\nLesson\nGuiding Questions\nLearning Objectives\n\n\n1\nWhat are the key components of an effective assessment framework in FSL? \nWhat existing knowledge and experiences do we bring to the course? \nHow can we create a collaborative learning community to enhance our understanding of assessment frameworks?\nIdentify and describe the key components of effective assessment frameworks for FSL. \nAnalyze the impact of different assessment frameworks on language learning and teaching outcomes. \nBuild a collaborative learning community to support ongoing dialogue and shared learning about best practices in FSL assessment.\n\n\n2\nHow can we modify assessment tasks to meet the diverse learning needs of all learners? \nWhat strategies can we employ to provide appropriate challenges for advanced learners while supporting those who need additional help? \nHow can we design assessments to reflect the diversity of backgrounds and experiences in our classrooms?\nImplement strategies and develop assessment tasks that accommodate the diverse needs of FSL learners. \nIntegrate technology to support differentiated and inclusive assessment practices. \nAssess the effectiveness of differentiated and inclusive assessment strategies and make necessary adjustments.\n\n\n3\nHow can we incorporate real-world scenarios and contexts into our assessments? \nHow can we integrate student interests and experiences into assessment design to enhance engagement and relevance? \nHow can we balance the need for authentic assessments with curriculum requirements and standards?\nIncorporate real-world tasks and content into FSL assessments to enhance language learning relevance and application. \nDevelop rubrics and assessment criteria to effectively assess student performance on authentic tasks. \nIdentify potential challenges in designing and implementing authentic assessments and propose solutions.\n\n\n4\nWhat strategies can ensure validity and reliability when evaluating different types of evidence? \nHow can we leverage technology to gather and organize evidence from various sources? \nHow can we involve students in the process of collecting and reflecting on multiple sources of evidence?\nDifferentiate between formative and summative assessments and explain their roles within an assessment framework. \nImplement triangulation methods to ensure a comprehensive evaluation of student proficiency. \nIdentify and apply strategies to ensure the validity and reliability of different types of evidence in student assessments. \nDevelop methods to actively involve students in the collection and reflection process of various evidence forms\, fostering self-assessment and ownership of learning.\n\n\n5\nHow can we design assessments that are both challenging and motivating for students? \nWhat role does feedback play in maintaining and enhancing student motivation? \nHow can we create a classroom environment that encourages risk-taking and perseverance in language learning?\nCreate stimulating and rigorous assessments to boost student interest and involvement. \nDeliver impactful feedback to drive student motivation and improvement. \nEstablish a supportive classroom atmosphere to promote student confidence and persistence in language learning.\n\n\n6\nHow can we ensure our assessments align with curriculum standards and learning objectives? \nWhat are some effective ways to communicate assessment criteria and expectations to students? \nHow can we report assessment results in a way that is clear\, constructive\, and supportive of student growth? \nHow can we integrate the preparation for international credentials into our regular assessment practices without overwhelming students?\nAlign assessment practices with educational standards and learning targets to ensure relevance and coherence. \nCommunicate assessment goals and criteria effectively to students\, parents\, and other stakeholders. \nIncorporate international language credential preparation into routine assessments thoughtfully and intentionally.\n\n\n7\nWhat are some time-saving strategies for designing and implementing assessments? \nHow can we use digital tools and resources to streamline the assessment and feedback process? \nWhat are some ways to efficiently mark and provide feedback on student work?\nAdopt efficient methods for designing and implementing assessments to save time. \nUtilize digital tools to streamline the assessment and feedback processes. \nApply efficient marking strategies to provide timely and effective feedback.\n\n\n8\nWhat are some key considerations when developing a personalized assessment repertoire for our specific classroom contexts? \nHow can we ensure our assessment plans are flexible and adaptable to changing classroom dynamics and student needs? \nWhat are some practical tips for implementing the strategies learned in this series in our daily teaching practice?\nDevelop a repertoire of formative and summative assessments for immediate use. \nCreate flexible assessment plans that adapt to classroom dynamics and student needs. \nApply practical strategies on an ongoing basis.
URL:https://www.caslt.org/en/event/assessment-fsl-2027/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Professional Learning,FSL Fundamentals
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