Formative Assessments

• Observe student participation during the Whole Picture activity and class discussion about making informed college decisions.

• Monitor student progress as they research colleges that offer programs related to their career interests, providing guidance on locating appropriate majors and using reliable online resources.

• Confer with students as they compare colleges based on distance, cost of attendance, and program availability, offering feedback on their research and decision-making process.

• Review student participation during class discussion and reflection, ensuring students can explain the factors influencing their college comparisons and selections.
   

Summative Assessments

• Completed "College Comparisons" sheet

• Identification of colleges offering programs aligned with the student's career interests

• Comparison of colleges based on distance, cost of attendance, and program availability

• Selection and justification of a top college choice

• Portfolio submission of the completed "College Comparisons" sheet
   

Evidence of Learning

Students demonstrate mastery by:

• Identifying colleges and universities that offer programs related to their career interests.

• Researching and organizing information about multiple postsecondary institutions.

• Comparing colleges using factors such as program availability, geographic location, and cost of attendance.

• Evaluating multiple postsecondary options to identify a college that best aligns with their educational and career goals.

• Applying research and comparison skills to make an informed postsecondary decision.