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Projects Instead of Tests

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Projects Instead of Tests

In “Projects Instead of Tests,” Episode, #217, join Meredith Curtis to consider projects instead of tests for K-12 learning. Meredith shares the problems with test-taking and the benefits of hands-on projects. She gives practical examples of immersive learning that works from the beginning to high school graduation. Lots of practical ideas!

 

 

 

 

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Show Notes

Chemistry background for Human Anatomy – the big surprise! A-plus Chemistry students remembered nothing the next year in Human Anatomy where I needed them to know it!

The Problem with Test Taking

Test takers – good and bad

Tests – short term memory

Purpose of learning

Should My Kids Never Take Tests?

I recommend a little bit of test taking until high school when you can add a little more.

Example: Spelling & Math

What is a Project?

Projects are hands-on learning experiences

  • Display for a Geography, Science, or History Fair
  • Cooking & Baking & Party Planning (Recipes from other countries, Recipes from other places, Luau, Medieval Banquet, Ancient Greek Olympics, Victorian Tea, Sock Hop, Archaeology Dig, Monestary Day, State Dinner, Vaudeville Show)
  • Skits, Radio Shows, Commercials, Talk Show, Interviews, NEWS shows, Sitcom, Act Out Battles, Act Out Courtroom Trial
  • Stories, Poems, Novels, Letters, Journal Entries
  • Experiments, Models, Observation of Nature
  • Crafts, Paintings, Building Projects, Cardmaking, Posters
  • Design an Airport, Airplane Company, Amusement Park, Miniature Golf Course
  • Diaromas, Charts, Timelines, Maps
  • Garden, Landscape, Graft Vines & Plants, Seedlings
  • Pet & Animal Care – Home, Vet, Zoo, Stable, Breeding
    • How Do Projects Help Children & Teens Learn?

    Projects Immerse students in a topic of study.

    Projects Require Research into the topic of study.

    Projects are Fun!

    How to Grade Projects

    Grade projects based on Content, Accuracy, Creativity, and Legibility. Require excellence. I love using rubrics to grade.

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