More Than the Sum of Its Parts
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One of my hobbies is quilting. I took it up later in life, meaning somewhere past my 40th birthday, and I have found that I really enjoy it. When quilting, you have to consider the overall design of your creation and how the selection of patterns, colors, and shapes are going to fit together. The most important part is deciding how you will bring all of these elements and the resulting individual pieces of fabric together to create a whole that is beautiful, durable, and, of course, keeps you warm on a cold winter night. I have determined through my experience that assessment is a lot like quilting. There are many elements that go into a good assessment plan. You certainly need to consider your overall design, starting with what exactly you want to know about your students. If you design your assessment plan well, then all of the pieces will indeed fit together to form a cohesive whole focused Continue reading More Than the Sum of Its Parts