Formative
Real-time instruction and formative assessment platform.
| Vendor | Newsela |
|---|---|
| Categories | Assessment, Classroom Management, AI Tools |
| School types | K-12 |
| Pricing | Freemium — Free for basic teacher use; premium school/district plans. |
| Deployment | Cloud |
| Rating | 4.8/5 (1200 reviews) |
| Website | https://www.formative.com |
About Formative
Formative is a highly versatile assessment tool that allows educators to track student learning in real-time. Teachers can upload existing PDFs or build digital assignments from scratch, watching as students type, draw, or select answers live on their screens. This enables instant intervention if a student is struggling. Recently acquired by Newsela, it includes AI features for auto-grading and question generation, making it a cornerstone tool for thousands of K-12 classrooms.