ASCD PD Online courses are self-paced, web-based, media-rich learning experiences that help users deepen their understanding of today's most important education topics. Each course includes video content, readings, auto-graded assessments, downloadable applications, and reflections. You must register for your class through Puget Sound ESD in order to request PSESD clock hours or Seattle University college credit. Instructions for requesting clock hours or SU credit will be included in your registration confirmation email. Register anytime between now and August 25, 2019, but your course MUST be completed by August 31, 2019.

This course is designed to inform participants about assessment practices to maximize student success within the context of the Common Core State Standards (CCSS). After establishing a useful definition of formative assessment, explore how it can be most effectively used and how to take the necessary steps to create formative assessments that inform both the teacher and the student. Explore a range of formative assessments and see how to implement them in your own practice.

Prerequisites: Minimum computer hardware requirements with internet access.

Cancellation Policy: To receive a refund for this class, EMAIL your cancellation request to registration@psesd.org within two weeks of your registration confirmation. Refunds are valid ONLY if the participant has not started the course.

Available: 20 PSESD clock hours ($60) or 2 Seattle University credits ($100).

Syllabi for the ASCD online classes may be found here: https://bit.ly/ASCDsyllabi