Exit Tickets are a quick and effective way to assess student understanding at the end of a lesson or activity. They provide teachers with valuable feedback on how well students have grasped the concepts and can help inform future instruction. Exit Tickets can be used in any subject area and can be adapted to fit a variety of learning styles.

Materials:

• Index cards or slips of paper
• Pens or pencils
• Optional: Collection container (e.g., shoebox, basket)

Procedure:

1. Preparation (5 minutes):
   • Write or type a clear and concise question or prompt on the index cards or slips of paper. 
   • The question should be directly related to the lesson or activity that has just been completed.
2. Introduction (2 minutes):
   • At the end of the lesson or activity, explain to students that they will be completing an Exit Ticket before leaving class. 
   • Briefly review the key concepts that were covered and remind students of the importance of providing thoughtful responses.
3. Distribute the Exit Tickets (1 minute):
   • Hand out the Exit Tickets to each student.
4. Student Responses (5-10 minutes):
   • Provide students with a few minutes to complete the Exit Ticket. 
   • Encourage them to think carefully about the question and to provide specific examples or explanations to support their answers.
5. Collect (1 minute):
   • Once students have finished, collect the Exit Tickets. You can use a collection container or simply ask students to hand them in to you.
   • Use the responses as a formative assessment of the day’s learning objective.

Differentiation:

• Visual Prompt: Pair the written prompt with an image, diagram, or graphic related to the lesson.
• Multiple Choice: Offer a set of answer choices within the Exit Ticket prompt for students to select from.
• Open-Ended or Closed-Ended: Modify the prompt to cater to different learning styles. Open-ended prompts allow for deeper reflection, while closed-ended prompts focus on specific content.
• Choice in Response Format: Allow students to respond through drawings, Mind Maps, short paragraphs, or bulleted points. 

Technology Integration:

• Digital Exit Ticket Tools: Utilize online platforms like Google Forms, Padlet, or Mentimeter to collect responses electronically.
• Interactive Whiteboard: Display the Exit Ticket prompt on the board and collect responses in real-time using voting tools or collaborative apps.
• Audio Recordings: Allow students to record their responses for deeper reflection and analysis.