Assessment and Learning
- John Gardner - The University of Stirling, UK
This new edition provides a comprehensive overview of assessment that is used to support learning, practice-based theory on assessment for learning, and formative assessment to support individual development and motivate learners.
With a strong list of existing and new contributors, this second edition has been updated to include the latest work on assessment. Readers will find research-informed insights from a wide variety of international contexts. It features:
- New chapters on e-assessment, the learner's perspective on assessment and learning and the influence of assessment on how we value learning
- Teacher-friendly assessment topics
- Practical examples and chapter summaries throughout
This book is useful to teacher educators and researchers on postgraduate courses in education, teaching, learning and assessment.
John Gardner is a professor of education at Queens University Belfast, and President of the British Educational Research Association.
The articles are research-based. This is excellent. I will use the articles for my students' reaction and reflection papers.
I have a plan to use the book for my graduate students, too.
Thank you very much.
Well explained, easily accessed by a range of abilities. Useful diagrams to consolidate points. Discussion points well founded and useful to use in class.
This text covers a wide range of areas. Of particular interest was the chapter on ‘validity in formative assessment’. Also, I enjoyed the chapter on ‘the reliability of assessments’. These chapters provide critical insight into the purpose of assessment. This text will be useful for teaching professionals who are interested in developing knowledge in assessment, learning and teaching.
Excellent coverage of a number of key contemporary debates in the field of assessment. Not specific to a particular context which is extremely useful for a more general study of the topic area which allows for discussion of a number of factors.
A useful and thorough book giving a good grounding in assessment theory and practice. The range of topics covered makes it useful for a diverse group of learners. It is particularly useful for those with a more academic interest who wish to gain a deeper understanding of assessment processes.
Excellent book added to reading list for ED303 Module
Clear explanations of terminology and concepts. Offers many topics for classroom debate - I particularly like the chapters on validity and reliability.
The content by itself is quite "narrow" but nevertheless very interesting and helpful for a teacher.
This text is excellent for research and therefore will be used as a recommended piece of text.
Very useful for PGCE students who are investigating assessment issues, as well as for MA and PhD students specifically researching this area
