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Assessment is at the forefront of reform in education. Now, a renowned expert in the field of assessment shows how to effectively integrate assessment with teaching and learning to attain today’s educational goals.
James McMillan illustrates essential assessment concepts in a concise manner that can be understood and applied by teachers, administrators, and other school personnel. Policymakers, as well, will find the content helpful in making assessment-related decisions.
Some of the critical concepts covered:
- The role of assessment in teaching
- How validity is determined
- Factors influencing reliability
- Fairness in avoiding stereotypes
- Understanding and using numerical data
- Using standardized assessment results to improve instruction
- Practical suggestions for classroom assessment
