Primary Guides

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The Practical Guide to Assessment in the Primary Classroom

by Sue Cosson

Published August 2007

'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.