In this episode we speak with Skip Fennell, math teacher, principal, A Maryland Council of Teachers of Mathematics' Educator of the Year , Past NCTM President, He's also the author of dozens of articles and books and is a coauthor of the book The Formative Five. 

We chat with Skip about all things formative assessment. He shares with you 5 formative assessment strategies that will ensure you’re making math moments that matter! 

Join us as we dive into a great discussion with a contagiously passionate math educator at heart, Skip Fennell.

You'll learn:

• Ways teachers are missing the mark with formative assessment; 
• How to embed assessment in your daily routines; 
• 5 formative assessment strategies and how to start using them now.

Show Notes: https://makemathmoments.com/episode32

 

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