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1. Music Assessment Simplified Alana Seddon

9. Common Terms

13. Informal Vs. Formal Evaluation Informal : - Consists of general observations that are not documented consistently. - Examples of topics include attention, cooperation, attitude (can cover any topic) - Types include saying “good job” after a performance, telling a student to add dynamics during a lesson, etc. Formal : - Consists of well-documented behaviors - Examples of topics include pitch, rhythm, expression, etc. - Types include a jury, report card, rating scale, etc. Packet, p. 3

20. Parts of a Rating Scale Dimensions Criteria

26. Putting A System To Use

29. Examples to Document Student Progress

33. Attendance Record  =Attend A=Student Absence T=Teacher Absence L=Late NP = Not Prepared Packet, p. 5 & 20 10/6/03 9/29/03 9/22/03 9/15/03 9/8/03 Name

34. Attendance Record Packet, p. 5 & 21 1 Attendance 2 Books 3 Materials 3 2 1 Name

41. Instructor Review Form Completed by Parent/Student Is lesson time used efficiently? Does the instructor incorporate various types of literature? Can the instructor explain and demonstrate musical concepts effectively? Does the instructor have a thorough knowledge of all relevant aspects of the subject matter? N/A No Somewhat Yes Topic

48. Long-Term Documentation Student Portfolios Teacher Portfolios