3. Formative Assessment Scattergories

In this caffeine-fueled episode, Ben and Amanda jump into the world of formative assessment—what it is, why it matters, and how it can level up your classroom without adding to your grading load. But this isn’t your average edu-chat. Things get competitive as they play a round of Formative Assessment Scattergories, going head-to-head to see who knows more assessment techniques under pressure. Along the way, they share practical ideas you can steal for your next class—and maybe even a few you've never considered. The generational divide also makes a surprise appearance when Ben references Saturday Night Live, while Amanda throws it back with N'Sync and the nightly news. And in an unexpected turn of events, it's Ben who delivers this episode’s awkward hand-related story. Grab your favorite mug—this episode is packed with teaching tips, laughs, and a bit of friendly chaos.