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Assess THAT with Tom & Nat! (Assessment, Feedback, Grading, and Learning)

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May 8, 2023 • 60min

Exceptions Prove the Rule | Dylan Wiliam | Cumulative Effect

Dylan Wiliam, Expert in classroom assessment, joins Tom Schimmer to discuss the irony of formative assessment, providing tools to teachers, maintaining students' enthusiasm, and evaluating understanding for grading. They emphasize the cumulative effect of instruction on students' progress and achievement.
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Apr 24, 2023 • 53min

Can vs Should | Shaunak Roy | Redefining Student Accountability (2)

In Don’t @ Me (1:45), Tom opens by contrasting the difference between what we can do and what we should do in education, especially with ChatGPT. Then (8:43) Tom is joined by Shaunak Roy, founder of Yellowdig, a  community-driven active and experiential learning platform. Finally, in Assessment Corner (45:24), in part 2 of 2, Tom shares more details about his latest book, "Redefining Student Accountability: A Proactive Approach to Teaching Behavior Outside the Gradebook."   Shaunak on Twitter Shaunak on LinkedIn www.yellowdig.co     UPCOMING EVENTS Assessment Center Institute  Las Vegas, NV (May 24-26).     NEW BOOKS BY TOM: "Redefining Student Accountability" (April 2023)   "Concise Answers to FAQs about Assessment & Grading"   "Jackpot: Nurturing Student Investment through Assessment"       CONNECT WITH TOM SCHIMMER Podcast on Twitter Tom on Twitter Podcast on Instagram Podcast on TikTok Podcast on Facebook www.tomschimmer.com Email: tomschimmerpod@gmail.com  
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Apr 10, 2023 • 58min

Less is More | Eric Sheninger | Redefining Student Accountability

In Don’t @ Me (2:11), Tom opens by reminding listeners that when it comes to making an argument in favour of something, or when you are trying to convince others to change to a more favourable practice, less is more! Then (9:47) Tom is joined by author Eric Sheninger to discuss his 2021 book, "Disruptive Thinking: Preparing Learners for Their Future." Finally, in Assessment Corner (47:11), Tom, in part 1 of 2, shares details about his latest book, "Redefining Student Accountability: A Proactive Approach to Teaching Behavior Outside the Gradebook."   Eric on Twitter Eric on Instagram Eric on Facebook Eric on LinkedIn Eric's Blog www.ericsheninger.com     UPCOMING EVENTS SBLA 2-Day Training Idaho Falls, ID (April 13-14) Assessment & Grading Conference Atlanta, GA (April 24-26)  GFIO 2-Day Salt Lake City, UT (April 26-27) Assessment Center Institute  Las Vegas, NV (May 24-26).     NEW BOOKS BY TOM: "Redefining Student Accountability" (April 2023)   "Concise Answers to FAQs about Assessment & Grading"   "Jackpot: Nurturing Student Investment through Assessment"       CONNECT WITH TOM SCHIMMER Podcast on Twitter Tom on Twitter Podcast on Instagram Podcast on TikTok Podcast on Facebook www.tomschimmer.com Email: tomschimmerpod@gmail.com  
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Mar 27, 2023 • 1h 7min

Thank you! | Ron Ritchhart | Idea Cults in Assessment

In Don’t @ Me (2:19), Tom celebrates episode 100 with a thank you to listeners. Then (7:50) Tom is joined by researcher and author Dr. Ron Ritchhart to discuss how we develop cultures of thinking in our classrooms. Finally, in Assessment Corner (57:06), Tom cautions listeners against idea cults that can emerge in discussions about assessment and grading that lack nuance and context.   Ron on Twitter Ron on Facebook www.ronritchhart.com     UPCOMING EVENTS SBLA 2-Day Training Idaho Falls, ID (April 13-14) Assessment & Grading Conference Atlanta, GA (April 24-26)  GFIO 2-Day Salt Lake City, UT (April 26-27) Assessment Center Institute  Las Vegas, NV (May 24-26).     NEW BOOKS BY TOM: "Redefining Student Accountability" (April 2023)   "Concise Answers to FAQs about Assessment & Grading"   "Jackpot: Nurturing Student Investment through Assessment"       CONNECT WITH TOM SCHIMMER Podcast on Twitter Tom on Twitter Podcast on Instagram Podcast on TikTok Podcast on Facebook Website: www.tomschimmer.com Email: tomschimmerpod@gmail.com  
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Mar 13, 2023 • 51min

ChatGPT in Education | Jessica Vance | ChatGPT & Assessment

In Don’t @ Me (2:17), Tom discusses the pros & cons of ChatGPT in K-12 education. Then (8:23) Tom is joined by author Jessica Vance to discuss her book, "Leading with a Lens of Inquiry." Finally, in Assessment Corner (43:16), Tom highlights ten ways ChatGPT can be used for classroom assessment.   Jessica on Twitter Jessica on Instagram www.leadingwithinquiry.com     UPCOMING EVENTS GFIO Virtual 2-Day April 4 & 11 SBLA 2-Day Training Idaho Falls, ID (April 13-14) Assessment & Grading Conference Atlanta, GA (April 24-26)  GFIO 2-Day Salt Lake City, UT (April 26-27) Assessment Center Institute  Las Vegas, NV (May 24-26).     NEW BOOKS BY TOM: "Redefining Student Accountability" (April 2023)   "Concise Answers to FAQs about Assessment & Grading"   "Jackpot: Nurturing Student Investment through Assessment"       CONNECT WITH TOM SCHIMMER Podcast on Twitter Tom on Twitter Podcast on Instagram Podcast on TikTok Podcast on Facebook Website: www.tomschimmer.com Email: tomschimmerpod@gmail.com  
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Feb 27, 2023 • 1h 8min

Last Thing You Said | Shelley Moore | Portfolios

In Don’t @ Me (2:37), Tom asked listeners to consider the question, "what's the last thing you said to yourself about yourself?" Then (10:11) Tom is joined by author and speaker, Shelley Moore to discuss the important aspects of equity, inclusion, & UDL. Finally, in Assessment Corner (57:47), Tom highlights why knowing its purpose is the most important part of implementing a portfolio system.   Shelley on Twitter Shelley on Instagram Shelley on Facebook Shelley on YouTube Shelley's Podcast www.fivemooreminutes.com     UPCOMING EVENTS Summit on PLC at Work  Phoenix, AZ (Feb. 28 – 2) GFIO Virtual 2-Day April 4 & 11 SBLA 2-Day Training Idaho Falls, ID (April 13-14) Assessment & Grading Conference Atlanta, GA (April 24-26)  GFIO 2-Day Salt Lake City, UT (April 26-27) Assessment Center Institute  Las Vegas, NV (May 24-26).     NEW BOOKS BY TOM: "Redefining Student Accountability" (April 2023)   "Concise Answers to FAQs about Assessment & Grading"   "Jackpot: Nurturing Student Investment through Assessment"       CONNECT WITH TOM SCHIMMER Podcast on Twitter Tom on Twitter Podcast on Instagram Podcast on TikTok Podcast on Facebook Website: www.tomschimmer.com Email: tomschimmerpod@gmail.com  
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Feb 13, 2023 • 1h 3min

Impact Update | Rob Dunlop | Overrater Explains

In Don’t @ Me (2:31), Tom provides an "impact" update, an update on how his #OneWord challenge is going so far. Then (9:20) Tom is joined by author Rob Dunlop to discuss his latest book, "Strive for Happiness in Education." Finally, in Assessment Corner (56:38), Tom provides a mantra to follow when there is a discrepancy between the student's self-assessment and the teacher's assessment.   Rob on Twitter Rob on Instagram Rob on Facebook Rob on LinkedIn www.motivatedu.com   UPCOMING EVENTS Summit on PLC at Work  Phoenix, AZ (Feb. 28 – 2) GFIO Virtual 2-Day April 4 & 11 SBLA 2-Day Training Idaho Falls, ID (April 13-14) Assessment & Grading Conference Atlanta, GA (April 24-26)  GFIO 2-Day Salt Lake City, UT (April 26-27) Assessment Center Institute  Las Vegas, NV (May 24-26).   NEW BOOKS BY TOM: "Redefining Student Accountability" (April 2023)   "Concise Answers to FAQs about Assessment & Grading"   "Jackpot: Nurturing Student Investment through Assessment"       CONNECT WITH TOM SCHIMMER Email: tomschimmerpod@gmail.com Twitter: @TomSchimmerPod Twitter: @TomSchimmer Instagram: @tomschimmerpodcast TikTok: @tomschimmerpodcast Facebook: Schimmer Education Website: www.tomschimmer.com  
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Jan 30, 2023 • 1h 6min

Cost of NOT Changing | Tim Stephenson | Next Generation Assessment

In Don’t @ Me (2:56), Tom discusses why, when considering any change, it's important to consider the cost of NOT changing as well. Then (8:53) Tom is joined by science teacher and podcast host Tim Stephenson to discuss the essential characteristics of teaching science in the 21st century. Finally, in Assessment Corner (55:11), Tom highlights the key aspects of Next Generation Assessments.   Twitter: @astrostephenson Instagram: @astrostephenson Podcast: Science 360   UPCOMING EVENTS Summit on PLC at Work  Phoenix, AZ (Feb. 28 – 2) GFIO Virtual 2-Day April 4 & 11 SBLA 2-Day Training Idaho Falls, ID (April 13-14) Assessment & Grading Conference Atlanta, GA (April 24-26)  GFIO 2-Day Salt Lake City, UT (April 26-27) Assessment Center Institute  Las Vegas, NV (May 24-26).   NEW BOOKS BY TOM: "Redefining Student Accountability" (April 2023)   "Concise Answers to FAQs about Assessment & Grading"   "Jackpot: Nurturing Student Investment through Assessment"       CONNECT WITH TOM SCHIMMER Email: tomschimmerpod@gmail.com Twitter: @TomSchimmerPod Twitter: @TomSchimmer Instagram: @tomschimmerpodcast TikTok: @tomschimmerpodcast Facebook: Schimmer Education Website: www.tomschimmer.com  
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Jan 16, 2023 • 1h 2min

One Word Failure | Jan Chappuis | Anything but Arbitrary

In Don’t @ Me (2:46), Tom discusses how his One Word for 2022 was an epic failure and how he's going to give itone more shot. Then (7:35) Tom is joined by mentor, author, and consultant Jan Chappuis to discuss the evolution of assessment for learning over the past 20 years. Finally, in Assessment Corner (52:52), Tom highlights why grades should be anything but arbitrary.   LinkedIn: Jan Chappuis Website: www.janchappuis.com   UPCOMING EVENTS Summit on PLC at Work  Phoenix, AZ (Feb. 28 – 2) GFIO Virtual 2-Day April 4 & 11 SBLA 2-Day Training Idaho Falls, ID (April 13-14) Assessment & Grading Conference Atlanta, GA (April 24-26)  GFIO 2-Day Salt Lake City, UT (April 26-27) Assessment Center Institute  Las Vegas, NV (May 24-26).   NEW BOOKS BY TOM: "Concise Answers to FAQs about Assessment & Grading"   "Jackpot: Nurturing Student Investment through Assessment"       CONNECT WITH TOM SCHIMMER Email: tomschimmerpod@gmail.com Twitter: @TomSchimmerPod Twitter: @TomSchimmer Instagram: @tomschimmerpodcast TikTok: @tomschimmerpodcast Facebook: Schimmer Education Website: www.tomschimmer.com  
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Dec 29, 2022 • 51min

BONUS: Teach Better ’22 (Part 2)

In this bonus episode, Tom shares some highlights of the Teach Better '22 conference by interviewing presenters and participants while on Podcast Row. Today's Episode features:   Megan Balduf Twitter: @MBalduf Kevin Butler Twitter: @TheKevinJButler Tre Gammage Twitter: @tregammage Erik Francis Twitter: @Maverikedu12     NEW BOOKS BY TOM: "Concise Answers to FAQs about Assessment & Grading"   "Jackpot: Nurturing Student Investment through Assessment"     CONNECT WITH TOM SCHIMMER Email: tomschimmerpod@gmail.com Twitter: @TomSchimmerPod Twitter: @TomSchimmer Instagram: @tomschimmerpodcast TikTok: @tomschimmerpodcast Facebook: Schimmer Education Website: www.tomschimmer.com  

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