As an inclusion teacher, I've worked with students who could explain complex ideas during discussions, teach classmates, and make thoughtful connections—but completely shut down when asked to write a traditional essay or take a written test. This toolkit was inspired by those students and the question that changed my teaching:
 
What evidence am I actually trying to collect?
 
Instead of focusing on one specific assignment, this resource helps teachers focus on the learning target and explore multiple ways students can demonstrate mastery while maintaining rigorous academic expectations.
Whether you're an inclusion teacher, general education teacher, instructional coach, or case manager, you'll find practical tools to redesign assessments, collaborate with colleagues, and increase access for all learners.
 
Inside You'll Find:
A Welcome Educators page sharing the story that inspired this toolkit
Traditional Assessment vs. Flexible Demonstration examples
Learning Target planning guides
An Assessment Builder with dozens of assessment ideas
Alternatives to essays, worksheets, quizzes, and unit tests
A Flexible Demonstration Planning Template
"Reframing Pushback" conversation guides for co-planning with general education teachers
A Student Assessment Proposal form that builds ownership and student voice
 
Perfect for:
Special Education Teachers
General Education Teachers
Inclusion Teachers
Instructional Coaches
PLC Teams
Teacher Candidates