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Get new insights on essential topics in K‒12 education in our Masterclass series. You’ll explore key research and actionable information to help guide decisions impacting teaching and learning.
In this series, Dr. Gene Kerns explores key topics in math pedagogy—and describes important instructional changes that districts can implement today to improve learning outcomes.
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What’s the range of student performance in the typical math classroom—and what are we learning from the Science of Math?
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How can educators at all levels strike the right balance between direct math instruction and more inquiry-based learning activities?
Assessment data answers critical questions about students’ progress and instructional needs. In this series, Dr. Gene Kerns cuts through common misconceptions around K‒12 assessment—and shows you the mistakes to avoid in your school or district.
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How can you gain reliable assessment data without sacrificing instructional time?
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How do you know whether your assessments truly align with your state’s learning standards?
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How can you prioritize the most critical literacy and math skills at each grade level?
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What makes a Spanish reading assessment authentic—and why is this so essential?
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How should your school or district utilize different types of assessment throughout the year?
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How can you use assessment data to allocate your instructional resources most appropriately?
Dr. Gene Kerns continues the assessment conversation by examining common questions from school and district leaders. You’ll explore assessment reliability, standards alignment, learning progressions, technical reviews, and more.
What’s the true connection between an assessment’s length and its reliability?
How can you ensure that your assessment tools focus on the skills that matter most?
Where can you find rigorous, unbiased technical reviews of K‒12 assessment tools?
Why do many assessments in Spanish fail to meet the needs of Emerging Bilingual learners?
Is it possible to find a single, ideal assessment tool that will meet the needs of all stakeholders?
How should assessment data drive key decisions related to teaching and learning?
When educators can truly see every student, they can deliver powerful learning experiences that unlock each learner’s full potential. Discover Renaissance solutions for comprehensive assessment, high-impact instruction, and purposeful practice—backed by research and built to help students thrive.