2 formative assessments in social science based on climate and weather
1. Mapping Climate Zones: In this formative assessment, students would be given a blank map of the world and asked to identify and label different climate zones. They would need to use their knowledge of climate and weather patterns to determine where different climate zones, such as tropical, temperate, or polar climates, are located. This assessment would assess their understanding of climate patterns and their ability to apply that knowledge to map interpretation.
2. Analyzing Weather Data: In this formative assessment, students would be given a set of weather data for a particular city or region over a period of time. They would be asked to analyze the data, looking for patterns and trends in temperature, precipitation, wind speed, and any other relevant factors. Students could then be tasked with creating graphs or charts to display and interpret the data. This assessment would assess their ability to analyze and interpret weather data, as well as their understanding of how weather patterns can impact a specific area.