How do I share my test scores with parents?

How do I share my test scores with parents?

It is best to share student test results with parents as quickly as possible. For screening assessments, this can be done at parent-teacher conferences. For students who participate in progress monitoring, their weekly scores can be sent home so that parents can see and review the student’s progress regularly.

Why should assessment results be communicated with learners parents and key stakeholders?

Talking to parents about assessment results is an important step in helping parents understand their child’s growth, be a partner in goal setting, and generally give them a role in improving their child’s learning. Children who are tired are less able to pay attention in class or to handle the demands of a test.

Is it important to communicate assessment of students to parents?

Clear communication with parents about classroom assessment is important—but often difficult for beginning teachers. Teachers report this is helpful as parents have access to their child’s performance immediately and when necessary, can talk to their child and teacher quickly.

How can teachers involve parents in the assessment of learners?

Email additional ‘homework’ questions to parents Parents love to know what their kids are learning about. Email them at the start of each topic with some suggested questions to ask. Send regular communications updating parents on their child’s progress. This is an easy way of involving parents in the learning journey.

How important is assessment and evaluation for students teachers parents?

Just as assessment helps students, assessment helps teachers. Frequent assessment allows teachers to see if their teaching has been effective. Assessment also allows teachers to ensure students learn what they need to know in order to meet the course’s learning objectives.

How can teachers communicate effectively with parents?

1. Make parents feel valuable. Great parent-teacher communication, especially in elementary school, starts with making parents feel valuable.
2. Acknowledge involvement. Parents are not required to participate in their child’s education.
3. Ask questions (and listen!).
4. Don’t make assumptions.

What types of assessments are best used in conferencing with parents?

What types of assessments are best used in conferencing with parents? Authentic assessments are best used in conferencing because you can show the student’s parents the growth their child has made and show areas that need work.

Why are test useful to parents?

Standardized Testing: An Introduction for Parents Understanding the role of testing will help you support your child’s efforts at school, and will allow you to develop a stronger relationship between your family and your child’s school.