Learning Opportunities

Using Rationales in Formative Assessment

Presented By

Dwayne Girard

Session Details

Date Time
Fri, May 08, 2026 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM

Location

FFCA - Learning Centre 110 - 7000 Railway St. SE, Calgary, AB

Grade Levels

Grades 10 - 12

Target Audience: Gr 10-12 instructional leaders and teachers are encouraged to attend.

This workshop focuses on crafting targeted writing rationales that bridge the gap between rubrics and evidence of student learning. Participants  will explore how high-quality formative feedback—balancing a student’s current strengths and emphasizing what they are doing well  with actionable next steps—drives writing achievement. Please bring a student work sample and the rubric you are currently using.

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