What you will make
Check one idea clearly and review every question-answer pair before use.
A compact learner check plus a separate, trustworthy answer key.
Steps
- 1
Write the specific learning objective.
- 2
Add concise questions and correct answers.
- 3
Review both learner and answer views.
- 4
Print learner copies and keep one answer key.
Adapt by age
Ages 3–5
Use two adult-led picture questions instead of a written quiz.
Ages 6–8
Use three to five prompts with short responses.
Ages 9–12
Include one application or explanation question.
Common pitfalls
- Writing a question with more than one plausible answer.
- Printing before checking the answer view.
Print tip
Print the learner view for distribution and only one answer view for the adult.
Try this in InklingSources
Age and readiness guidance draws on general educational principles; adapt it to the learner in front of you.
- Organizing Instruction and Study to Improve Student LearningWhat Works Clearinghouse, Institute of Education Sciences