Overview

In this performance assessment, students will solve word problems involving fractions and represent the scenario by creating a fractional number line. 

This assessment might best be used after there have been fourth grade fraction lessons using common denominators, since these two problems require fraction applications. It would be helpful to have classroom learning teams where students can reflect and receive math feedback from their peers.  

Details

Big Ideas & Competencies

Big Ideas Competencies

B. Operations and Algebraic Thinking

Students can use mathematics to analyze and evaluate historical, political, economic, scientific, and social problems and make conjectures about possible solutions.

Solve Word Problems with Fractions 2

Students can represent and solve word problems involving multiplication of a fraction by a whole number by using models and equations to represent the problem.

NOTE ABOUT ASSESSMENT RUBRICS

Below are analytic teacher rubrics. The column on the left shows the dimension that is being measured in the student’s performance. The levels across the top row indicate the performance level in the dimensions. Occasionally all dimensions and performance levels are exemplified by multiple students in a single recording.

Teacher Rubric

Dimensions Not Yet Meeting Expectations Meeting Expectations Exceeding Expectations

Concepts and Procedures

  • I can solve part of the problem, but I am confused in some places and have calculation mistakes.  
No exemplars at this time.
  • I can solve the performance assessment calculation problem without making mistakes.  
No exemplars at this time.

N/A

No exemplars at this time.

Modeling and Using Tools

  • I can interpret a model and/or create a partial model to represent a real-world math concept or relationship, but it is inaccurate or incomplete.
  • I can use some math tools to solve problems. 
No exemplars at this time.
  • I can create and/or interpret a model to represent a real-world math concept or relationship.  
  • I can use appropriate math tools to solve problems. 
No exemplars at this time.
  • I can accurately create and/or interpret a model to represent a real-world math concept or relationship.  
  • I can use a variety of math tools to solve problems.  
No exemplars at this time.

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