Fast and Curious

Introduce new, high-level, complex concepts.

Build fluency, increase recall, and achieve mastery of foundational knowledge

Facilitate a lengthy, in-depth research project over several weeks.

Replace traditional written tests with a single, high-stakes digital exam.

Teach > Quiz > Homework

Group Work > Presentation > Reflection

Quiz > Feedback/ Mini Lesson > Quiz again

Review > Quiz > Assess

Open-ended essay questions

In-depth historical analysis

Vocabulary, math facts, dates, grammar rules, or other quick recall skills

Long-term, interdisciplinary project management

Grade every student's individual score and record it in the gradebook.

Begin their lesson for the day.

Review the aggregate class data to address the top 3-5 most-missed questions.

Have the fastest teams help struggling peers learn the material

True

False

A full 45-60 minute class period

Approximately 10-15 minutes

Less than 5 minutes

It should only be done once a week

The ability to create lengthy assignments.

The option to print paper copies of the quiz.

The provision of instant, anonymous, and detailed class performance data/feedback.

Most students are already familiar with the platform, so it is user-friendly for all students

True

False

A full, traditional lecture covering all the material.

None or very little ("Test light")—let students try their best first.

Only a quick 30-minute overview of the concepts.

Only the most challenging content should be pre-taught.