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Concept Mapping as a Formative Assessment

Concept Mapping as a Formative Assessment. Presented by Susan Reyna. Grand Canyon University TEC-551 Multimedia Instructional Strategies August 17, 2011. Concept Mapping.

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Concept Mapping as a Formative Assessment

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  1. Concept Mapping as aFormative Assessment Presented by Susan Reyna Grand Canyon University TEC-551 Multimedia Instructional Strategies August 17, 2011

  2. Concept Mapping • According to Eric Hanson A concept map is a knowledge model, represented as a labeled set of nodes and arcs used to summarize a body of knowledge on a topic, much like an outline. Each node typically represents a concept, and an arc between two nodes represents a relationship between two concepts.

  3. Types of Tools forConcept Mapping • The tools needed for concept mapping may be as simple as paper and pencil to web based programs • There are multiple programs of concept mapping available ranging from open source to commercially made material.

  4. Kidspiration made by Inspiration software, inc • This program which is computer-based appears to be one of the more popular commercial concept mapping tools used in classrooms across the United States. • The cost varies for this program depending on the number of licenses needed.

  5. Cost comparisonforKidspiration

  6. Data produced by Kidspiration • There is no formal storage of data available for instructor when using Kidspiration, but the students work by be saved on individual computers. • Kidspiration is not usually used as a summative assessment tool. • However instructors may use it for formative assessment vocabulary, word recognition,

  7. comprehension reasoning, problem solving skills, creative writing, organization skills, critical thinking skills, students creativity, communication skills, and presentation skills.

  8. Driving instruction • Data that instructors by gain from use of Kidspiration should drive their instruction by allowing the instructor to observe who needs extra help with basic writing skills and identifying the students who are ready to write more in depth papers.

  9. Driving Instruction cont. • Instructors can also use the audio and visual components of the program to help reach all learners. • Lastly, Kidspiration can help with differentiation by allowing students multiple ways to express ideas and knowledge and according to The Institute for the Advancement of Research in Education (IARE) at AEL (2003)

  10. “As a tool to support students’ thinking and learning processes, the 29 research studies • have shown that graphic organizers help students: • brainstorm ideas. • develop, organize, and communicate ideas. • see connections, patterns, and relationships. • assess and share prior knowledge.

  11. • develop vocabulary.• outline for writing process activities. • highlight important ideas. • classify or categorize concepts, ideas, and information. • comprehend the events in a story or book. • improve social interaction between students, and facilitate group work andcollaboration among peers.

  12. • guide review and study. • improve reading comprehension skills and strategies. • facilitate recall and retention.”

  13. Conclusion • Concept mapping aids learning across all subjects and their processes are applicable across a spectrum of uses. However the effectiveness of these tools lies in the ability of the teachers to teach students how to use them efficiently and in assessing the data they provide to ensure students receive the best instruction possible.

  14. Resources • Graphic.Org (2011). The Graphic Organizer . Retrieved August 13, 2011, from http://www.graphic.org/concept.html •  Hanson, Eric (2005). A Survey of Concepts Mapping Tools. Retrieved August 13, 2011, from http://www.graphic.org/ concept.html •  Inspiration Software, Inc (2011). Kidspiration- The Visual Way to Explore and Understand Words, Numbers and Concepts. Retrieved August, 13, 2011, from http:// www.inspiration.com/Kidspiration •  The Institute for the Advancementof Research in Education (IARE) at AEL (2003). Graphic Organizers: A review of Scientifically Based Research . Retrieved August 13, 2011, from http://www.inspiration.com/Educators/ Research

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