A New Spin on Exit Slips

Notes

Exit slips are a quick and effective way to check on student understanding and progress. They also help us guide and tailor follow-up instruction. Karen Shannon explains how she organizes and uses exit slips in her classroom.

Listen and Watch

• Karen explains how she organizes the exit slips. What in her discussion resonates with you? Why?
• Listen as Karen explains the number system.
• What value does Karen achieve through this system? How do you know?

Reflect

• Would you use the same organizational system? What might you change and why?
• What value would you gain by implementing an exit slip system?
• What would be the value to your students?