Assessment and Reform

Assessing Hands-on Science

Assessment is one of the hottest topics in education. Assessing hands-on learning is especially challenging. The following resources provide at least an introduction to the topic. In New York State, you may also wish to visit the Website of the New York State Department of Education.

• Alternative Assessment
• Assessment Information
• ERIC Assessment & Evaluation
• How is Hands-on Learning Evaluated?
• New York State Learning Standards
• Portfolios
• Rubrics

Science Education Reform

The Third International Mathematics and Science Study (TIMSS) report is just one of the forces which is driving the reform of science education in the United States. The following sites provide resources for educators interested in science teaching reform. Reform of science education in New York State is currently dependent upon implementing the NYS Standards for Mathematics, Science, and Technology.

• Active Learning Resources for Schools
• Benchmarks for Scientific Literacy
• Developing Educational Standards
• Effective Schools Consortium Network
• Inquiry & the National Science Standards
• Institute for Inquiry
• National Science Board
• National Science Teachers Association
• Project 2061
• Sharing Success
• Teacher's Mind Resources