Assessing Learning in the Primary Classroom

Sandra Johnson

ISBN 10: 0415562759 / ISBN 13: 9780415562751

Published by ROUTLEDGE Nov 2011, 2011

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Neuware - Why is assessment so important in the teaching-learning process How should we assess pupils in the primary classroom Assessing Learning in the Primary Classroom is an accessible introduction to the concepts critical to a professional understanding of this vital aspect of a teacher's role. It comprehensively considers the principles underpinning effective assessment, the different forms it can take and the different purposes it serves, both within and beyond the classroom. Linking the latest research and theory with examples of assessment in the classroom, it considers key issues such as: Why we assess How we assess How we ensure quality in assessment: validity and reliability Assessment internal and external to the school Statutory assessment throughout the primary school Local, national and international assessment Using assessment results in pupil, teacher, school and system evaluation Assessing Learning in the Primary Classroom is for all students undertaking their PGCE, those working at masters level, and experienced teachers who wish to broaden their understanding of both the value and pitfalls of educational assessment.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Assessing Learning in the Primary Classroom
• Publisher: ROUTLEDGE Nov 2011
• Publication Date: 2011
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0415562759
• ISBN 13: 9780415562751
• Binding: Buch
• Condition: Neu
• Dimensions: 253W x 180H x 19D millimeters 253 millimeters width by 180 millimeters height by 19 millimeters depth
• Weight: 451 grams

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Synopsis

Why is assessment so important in the teaching-learning process?

How should we assess pupils in the primary classroom?

Assessing Learning in the Primary Classroom

is an accessible introduction to the concepts critical to a professional understanding of this vital aspect of a teacher’s role. It comprehensively considers the principles underpinning effective assessment, the different forms it can take and the different purposes it serves, both within and beyond the classroom.

Linking the latest research and theory with examples of assessment in the classroom, it considers key issues such as:

• Why
we assess
• How
we assess
• How we ensure quality in assessment: validity and reliability
• Assessment internal and external to the school
• Statutory assessment throughout the primary school
• Local, national and international assessment
• Using assessment results in pupil, teacher, school and system evaluation

Assessing Learning in the Primary Classroom is for all students undertaking their PGCE, those working at masters level, and experienced teachers who wish to broaden their understanding of both the value and pitfalls of educational assessment.

About the Author

Sandra Johnson is an independent assessment consultant, providing technical support in educational assessment through her company Assessment Europe. She has published widely in educational assessment and evaluation, and is currently a Visiting Fellow in the Graduate School of Education, University of Bristol, a member of the Editorial Boards of Assessment in Education and Educational and Psychological Measurement, and a Fellow of the Association for Educational Assessment - Europe.