Assessment: Recognize and explain cause-and-effect relationships at Teach Daily

Comprehension

Recognize and explain cause-and-effect relationships

Possible Options for Assessment*

Cause and Effect Graphic Organizer (see attached example)

Graphic organizers are a way for students to organize their thinking in a meaningful way. Teachers can easily read through the organizer and determine where students need additional instruction.

Conferring

Before asking students to read from their good fit book, ask if they have identified any cause and effect relationships in their text. Listen to see if those relationships are identified and explained correctly.
Ask students to read a portion of their good fit book.
After listening to the student read, ask if they have identified any additional cause and effect relationships in the text.

Rubric

4321

Recognize and explain cause-and-effect relationshipsThe cause and effect relationships are accurately identified and clearly explained.The cause and effect relationships are accurately identified and somewhat explained.The cause and effect relationships are identified but not explained.No cause and effect relationships are identified.

* These are possible assessment options for this strategy, however many options exist. Be mindful of your students and what will best serve their needs.