This workshop introduces teachers to authentic student self-assessment practices and demonstrates how they can strengthen student learning and ownership. Participants examine the what, why, and how of self-assessment while exploring the distinction between self-assessment and self-grading. The session highlights practical tools, such as student-friendly rubrics, metacognitive strategies, reflection journals, and success criteria, that help students monitor their own progress. By the end, participants will be prepared to incorporate these strategies systematically into their classrooms to build student agency and self-awareness.

• Traditional grading practices that overlook the role of student self-reflection in learning.
  
  
• Confusion between authentic self-assessment and self-grading, leading to ineffective implementation.
  
  
• Limited availability of practical tools for teachers to support metacognition and student ownership of progress.

1. Understanding Authentic Self-Assessment
   Participants will learn the differences between self-assessment and self-grading, and why authentic self-assessment is critical for promoting deeper learning and accountability.
   
   
2. Utilizing Tools and Strategies
   Teachers will gain strategies for implementing metacognitive practices, designing and using student-friendly rubrics, and incorporating self-reflection tools to empower students in tracking their growth.
   
   
3. Integrating Self-Assessment into Classroom Practice
   Educators will leave with concrete plans for teaching students how to self-assess effectively, embedding these practices into daily instruction to enhance learning outcomes and self-awareness.