Date of Award
5-2014
Document Type
Action Research Project
Degree Name
Master of Arts in Education
Department
Education, Montessori
First Advisor
Irene Bornhorst
Department/School
Montessori Elementary Education
Abstract
Abstract The intent of my project was to examine the way I assess my students’ math in my 9-12 Montessori classroom given the new Common Core standards. The study involved six students, varying ages 9-11, in a public school setting. Data collection methods included pre- and post- assessments, observations, written responses to Webb’s Depth of Knowledge (DOK), and a brief questionnaire about the attitudes toward the various types of assessment (See Appendix A). The results of the data analysis showed an average increase of 84% in grade level achievement after practicing with the DOK, as well as an improved student enjoyment and enthusiasm for learning when compared to traditional lessons. The results of this action research investigation indicate that students perform better on Common Core math assessments after practicing with the DOK, as the DOK provides an outline to enable students to think critically.
Recommended Citation
Driskill, Melanie. (2014). Authentic Montessori Math Assessment and Common Core. Retrieved from Sophia, the St. Catherine University repository website: https://sophia.stkate.edu/maed/50