Big Idea
Do you only grade the final product? If so, you might be missing the most valuable part—student growth and process. What if assessing drafts and prototypes could help students plan better, reflect deeply, and show competencies that AI can’t replicate?
Episode Notes
Here are some takeaways from the episode:
- Why drafts matter: They reveal student thinking, improvement, and problem-solving – not just the polished end result.
- The challenge: Teachers often struggle to assess process meaningfully, beyond a simple “check mark.”
- The solution: Use a priority-based reflection framework where students identify three improvements, rank them (high/medium/low), and explain why and how they’ll make changes.
- How to grade: Apply a four-level rubric aligned with SMART goals to evaluate specificity, achievability, and time-bound planning under competencies like Planning & Conducting or Evaluation.
Resources
Handout(s): Ep110 Handouts – Marking Drafts & Prototypes Framework & Rubric
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