Performance Assessment and Reflection in Choral Ensembles

Chapter

Title

Content

1

Assessment for Learning

Four principles in assessment can help you lead your choir to perform at its highest level.

2

The Teaching and Learning Cycle

The most effective choral directors structure their teaching on assessment for learning principles.

The Power of Specific Feedback

Help students recognize what they have achieved and how to continue to refine their performance.

4

Reflection

Help students develop the ability to think about their progress and plan the next steps in their learning.

5

Forms for Feedback on Performance Skills

Sample Forms 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 1.6

6

Forms for Reflection Activites

Forms 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 2.7, 2.8, 2.9, 2.10, 2.11