Cone Choice Self-Assessment
Innovative self-assessment using coloured cones for students to indicate their confidence levels, followed by celebration of achievements
Unlock the Complete Activity Library
Sign up free to access unlimited activities, complete instructions, and your personal locker.
What's included
- Complete activity instructions & timing
- Equipment lists & alternatives
- Variations & progressions
- Teaching tips & safety considerations
No credit card
Free forever
About This Activity
Innovative self-assessment using coloured cones for students to indicate their confidence levels, followed by celebration of achievements
Quick Info
low
25
Large enough for four distinct cone areas with adequate spacing
Equipment Required
Four different coloured cones
4 cones
Camera or recording device
1
Recognition rewards
Variable
Suitable For
Year 5
Year 4
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Dodgeball
Activity Tags
Features
Adaptable
Inclusive
Engaging
Competition
Non-Competitive
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Self Assessment
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Self-Control
Responsibility
Communication
Activity Type
Assessment
Skills
Team Play
Catching
Decision Making
Weather
All Weather
Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Related activities
Similar activities for the same sport
- Self-Assessment Cone PositioningStudents choose coloured cones to represent their self-assessed performance level without knowing what colours represent5 min
- Peer Performance Evaluation CirclesStructured peer feedback sessions where teams evaluate their own and others' performance across multiple domains12 min
- Reflection Partner Self-AssessmentStructured reflection activity using partner discussion and self-assessment to consolidate learning and develop metacognitive skills.
- Team Performance Evaluation CircleStructured team reflection and peer feedback session following competitive activities
- Catch or Dodge Decision ChallengeA decision-making game where players must choose between attempting catches for high points or dodging for safety, developing tactical thinking.
- Comprehensive Sport Education Self-AssessmentStudents complete structured self-assessment of skills, leadership, and teamwork using assessment matrix and WWI/EBI framework to reflect on unit learning and set future targets
- Peer Officiating RotationStudents take turns officiating games while others play, developing confidence in rule enforcement, decision-making, and leadership skills
- School Games Values Reflection CircleStructured reflection activity celebrating School Games Values and peer recognition in competitive contexts