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How do teachers develop their understanding of the foundation principles of assessment , stay up to date with the latest classroom approaches and have the confidence to evaluate and question the effectiveness of new methods?

This professional resource for teachers supports them to understand the what, why and how of assessment. It provides key knowledge on the types and purposes of assessment and explores key themes such as validity, reliability and fairness. It explores assessment in practice offering practical support for busy teachers and takes an in-depth look at how qualifications are designed and developed and how examinations are marked, graded and regulated.

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Introduction Part 1: The principles of assessment What is assessment? Validity Reliability Fairness and ethics Standards and comparability Part 2: Assessment principles in action Assessment by exam boards Assessment in schools Assessment in society (beyond schools) Assessment and neurodiversity Assessment and mental health The future of assessment Glossary

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      Publisher: Sage Publications Ltd
      Publication Date: 02/09/2021
      ISBN13: 9781529752557, 978-1529752557
      ISBN10: 1529752558

      Description

      Book Synopsis
      How do teachers develop their understanding of the foundation principles of assessment , stay up to date with the latest classroom approaches and have the confidence to evaluate and question the effectiveness of new methods?

      This professional resource for teachers supports them to understand the what, why and how of assessment. It provides key knowledge on the types and purposes of assessment and explores key themes such as validity, reliability and fairness. It explores assessment in practice offering practical support for busy teachers and takes an in-depth look at how qualifications are designed and developed and how examinations are marked, graded and regulated.

      Table of Contents
      Introduction Part 1: The principles of assessment What is assessment? Validity Reliability Fairness and ethics Standards and comparability Part 2: Assessment principles in action Assessment by exam boards Assessment in schools Assessment in society (beyond schools) Assessment and neurodiversity Assessment and mental health The future of assessment Glossary

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