Assessments for Everyone
Science Companion takes the following approach to assessment;
- assessment informs instructional choices and occurs as a seamless part of instruction
- assessment is ongoing, non-threatening, and age-appropriate
- assessments are tailored to meet the needs of the students, the school, the district, and state standards
Assessment Books for each module include the following items
Click here to download sample assessments for each module.
Rubrics
Help teachers assess and score students' knowledge of Big Ideas and key science concepts.
Skills and Attitudes Checklists
Enable teachers to evaluate and score students' applications of science skills and attitudes.
"Quick Check" Items
Assess students' mastery of key science concepts and help them practice standardized test-taking strategies with traditional testing items for every lesson and unit.
Performance Tasks
Activities are provided so students can apply and demonstrate their understanding of the Big Ideas and key science concepts.
