Description
Book SynopsisThis important book offers an introduction to the theory and the varying types of assessment for health care professionals.
Trade Review“This book uses several methods that effectively enable readers to reflect and gauge their knowledge during discussion of assessment techniques. It is succinct and its chapters are organized to allow readers to seek information about specific topics with ease. Learning objectives for each chapter, along with illustrations, tables, and self-reflection questions, enhance the text and contribute to the understanding of the concepts. The authors offer a thorough overview of methods of assessment and their application for medical educators, which will enhance student learning.” (Doody’s, 28 June 2013)
Table of ContentsAcknowledgements vii
About the authors viii
Foreword x
Preface xii
Chapter 1 Purpose of assessment 1
Chapter 2 Principles of assessment 24
Chapter 3 E-assessment – the use of computer-based technologies in assessment 41
Chapter 4 Feedback 53
Chapter 5 Portfolios 68
Chapter 6 Revalidation 81
Chapter 7 Assessment types: Part 1 94
Chapter 8 Assessment types: Part 2 110
Chapter 9 Programmatic assessment 126
Chapter 10 Conclusion 134
Index 137
