Standard Six

Rationale: I have included this artifact, Journal 3, under Standard Six, Assessment, because this journal was a summary of an assessment I gave to a student at Joshua Academy. Standard Six states that the teacher understands and uses multiple methods of assessment to engage learners in their own growth, to monitor learner progress, and to guide the teacher’s and learner’s decision making. The completion of this journal allowed me to reflect on the assessment I gave and why keeping data is important for student growth.

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1. What does this artifact represent about me as a teacher?

This artifact demonstrates my ability to use assessment data to reflect on and improve my instructional decisions. By analyzing patterns in student performance, I was able to identify areas where students needed additional support and adjust my teaching accordingly. This aligns with InTASC Standard 6, as it shows my commitment to using assessment to guide both my teaching and my students’ learning.

2. How does this artifact reflect my personal growth and strengths as a teacher?

Reflecting on assessment data has helped me grow as a teacher by showing me how to truly meet students where they are. I’ve developed a strength in analyzing results, not just for the numbers, but for what they say about my teaching and my students’ needs. Standard 6 represents my commitment to thoughtful, data-driven instruction that supports both student growth and my own development as an educator.

3. What skills do I want to improve in relationship to this artifact?

This artifact represents a meaningful step in my growth as a teacher. Reflecting on assessment data helped me see how powerful it can be—not just for grading, but for truly understanding my students and improving how I teach. It pushed me to think deeper about what my students were showing me through their work, and how I could adjust my instruction to better support them.

As I continue to grow, I want to get better at breaking down data in ways that really inform my teaching. I also want to create more intentional formative assessments and use that information to better differentiate for different learners in my classroom. One area I’m especially excited to explore is involving students more in the process—helping them look at their own data, reflect on it, and set goals. I believe this kind of reflection can empower both me and my students to grow together.