[Robin Long]

October 21, 2024

Microsoft Forms: Using Digital Questionnaires for Formative Assessment

Hello everyone! 👋

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• presentation

• agenda, discussion notes, and shared resources

• session recording (21 minutes)

Summary

In today’s Digital Open Sandbox (DOS) session, we explored the importance of formative assessment in learning with digital questionnaires as a support tool. Our main takeaway was that formative assessment, supported by timely feedback, actively promotes learning. We discussed how digital questionnaires, while time-consuming to build, can significantly reduce correction time for teachers. For effective branching scenarios, mind mapping software can aid in planning these paths. We emphasized the value of nuance in branching, avoiding overly simplistic “right/wrong” options, as this approach encourages students to draw on prior knowledge and apply critical thinking. If you are new at this, it is helpful to start with the “happy path” — the ideal user journey — before adding branches. To ensure clarity and avoid hidden assumptions, it’s essential to have colleagues test the branching scenarios before launch. Their fresh perspectives can reveal gaps or areas of confusion. Overall, we left with a better understanding of how Microsoft Forms can support formative assessment, reduce workload, and create more dynamic learning experiences for students.

Do you have an idea for a Voc Talk Café discussion topic that you would like to discuss with your fellow teachers across the province? Let us know! We can help you set it up! Thanks to all who participated in discussing this very interesting subject, and I look forward to the next session!

👩‍🍳📱 Robin

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