Periodic student assessments are embedded in subject area instruction in TDMG’s four core curricular areas. Student Team Literature features short, constructed responses as well as multiple opportunities for alternative assessments. Unit tests with a standardized test format are available for many works of literature. TDMG curricula in history, science, and math offer multiple opportunities for student assessment.
TDMG surveys students annually to evaluate student response. To prevent duplication of effort, TDMG works with schools to evaluate student progress as measured in district-mandated standardized tests. TDMG supports and does not duplicate testing requirements of individual districts.
As part of our customized approach, TDMG staff work with schools to align curriculum to specific state and district standards and benchmarks. TDMG conducts ongoing program assessment, including regular reviews with the school’s leadership team, analysis of attendance and promotion records, and periodic achievement testing of all or a sample of the school’s students. TMDG conducts annual benchmarking of implementation progress and achievement results. Every year, TDMG surveys students and teachers to gauge implementation, student response, and teacher satisfaction. TDMG may also ask schools to participate in an evaluation of the program conducted by a third-party firm.
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