First, choose a side from the two opposing viewpoints described above and discuss one of these two points:
a. Can the American education system afford assessments for deeper learning? b. Can the American education system afford not to have such high-quality assessments? Next, discuss if it is necessary to share assessment items, rubrics and 21st-century practices with fellow colleagues.
Guided Response: Respond to at least two peers. Find one peer who has the same argument you chose and one peer who chose the viewpoint you did not. Debate how your viewpoint is different. If your viewpoint is similar to that of your peers discuss the similarities. Evaluate your peers’ responses to the use of multimedia resources with regard to critical thinking and problem solving. Though two replies is the basic expectation, for deeper engagement and learning, you are encouraged to provide responses to any comments or questions others have given to you, including the instructor. Responding to the replies given to you will further the conversation and provide additional opportunities for you to demonstrate your content expertise, critical thinking, and real-world experiences with this topic.