The Practical Guide to Assessment in the Primary Classroom

'The major elements of assessment are covered and there are practical examples, ideas and tips for classroom practice, which makes it a useful resource for teachers' - Jeanne Mundy, Assessment Co-ordinator, East Riding of Yorkshire LA



Designed as a reference and source of ideas for new teachers, it includes definitions, key principles and references to major pieces of research, as well as a range of practical strategies which teachers (and students) can use in their own settings.





Topics covered include:


o assessment - The Big Picture


o assessment in everyday lessons


o sharing learning objectives and success criteria


o peer and self-assessment


o feedback for learning


o the classroom environment and ethos


o what needs to be recorded?


o the 'so what' factor - making use of assessment information


o target setting


o further reading, support materials and professional development





The book takes a reflective approach which will encourage new teachers to analyse their own practice. It will appeal to newly-qualified primary teachers, ITT students on primary courses (B.Ed, PGCE, SCITT etc), school-based mentors and assessment co-ordinators.





The Primary Guides Series is designed to offer practical help to new teachers. Covering key areas of practice, they present an accessible combination of information, theory, advice and guidance.