If you're not using mini-whiteboards, then what are you using?
I've been reflecting this holiday on formative assessment, and considering the most effective ways to monitor for learner understanding as we teach.
And for me, it always comes back to the use of mini-whiteboards; whether these are for closed, single answer questions, multiple-choice questions, processes, or anything else.
Mini-whiteboards allow for instant evaluation of student thinking, misconception identification and determination of next steps. They allow for high participation (all learners should engage) and deep thinking (if we pose appropriate questions).
Is there anything as powerful as effective use of mini-whiteboards?