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Motivating and Monitoring Performance: 6 Recommendations
We began this blog series asking the question: "to leaderboard or not?" After reviewing the subject of performance monitoring in private and public, in formal and informal settings, and for individuals and teams, and we've drawn these six conclusions.
Ask Not What Blended Learning Measurement Can Do For You…
By: Saro Mohammed. The "Blended Learning Measurement Agenda: A Path Forward For the Ecosystem" guide explores the growing need for a coordinated measurement agenda, and highlights the current conditions and unique challenges we face in measuring blended learning.
Measuring and Recognizing What Matters at Work
As educators think about what to measure and display using leaderboards, we can look to our business contemporaries for possible types of recognition systems.
Leaderboards: Learning Lessons From Research & Gamification
While more research needs to be done to support leaderboard use in educational settings, for now there is promise in using the gamification process to support student engagement and academic growth.
Refocusing Assessment on Teaching and Learning
Jessica recently had a chance to sit down with Ken Tam, executive director of personalized learning at Curriculum Associates, to get his thoughts on assessment and where it is headed in the future.
Reflecting on Performance
Performance monitoring can inspire or embarrass students. Since the intent is performance reflection and engagement in growth, EdLeaders should be thoughtful about how data is used and presented.
April is Math Awareness Month
April is Math Awareness Month and this infographic shares important statistics on the current state of math education in the country.
Reasoning Minds Deserve Thoughtful Progress Monitoring
Dr. Alex Khachatryan of Reasoning Mind discusses the use of leaderboards and broader efforts to motivate and monitor student performance.
Grants for New Assessment Systems Signal the End of the Big Test
The Assessment for Learning Project signals the beginning of the end of week long standardized tests, and will shape measurement and progress reporting in the coming decade.
To Leaderboard or Not: The Art of Motivating and Monitoring Performance
While we can appreciate how leaderboards focus on achievement and the commitment to transparency for students, could it actually be a serious detriment for many struggling students?