DESCRIPTION

This session introduces theories of action as a tool for helping district and school leaders identify the problems/issues they are trying to address through the design and implementation of assessment systems. Theories of action provide a comprehensive framework for analysis, evaluation, and continuous improvement. In addition to understanding the usefulness of theories of action, participants will explore several practical tools to help them begin developing theories of action for balanced systems of assessment.

PRESENTERS

Scott Marion, Ph.D., Executive Director, Center for Assessment

Nathan Dadey, Senior Associate, Center for Assessment

Erika Landl, Senior Associate, Center for Assessment

VIDEO

RESOURCE TYPE

Media, Professional Learning

TYPE OF AUDIENCE

Site Administrator / Instructional Coach, Systems Leadership, Teacher

TOPIC AREA

Continuous Improvement, Equity, LCAP

KEYWORDS

Assessment, Leading Forward