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Assessment for Learning

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' Everyday assessment for learning can considerably raise standards of attainment...and are integral to teaching and learning. ' - Paul Black & Dylan Wiliam, 1998


The 10 Principles of Assessment for Learning

'Assessment for learning is the process of seeking and interpreting evidence for use by learners and their teachers to decide where the learners are in their learning, where they need to go and how best to get there.'

(Assessment Reform Group 2002)

Assessment for learning

  1. is part of effective planning;
  2. focuses on how students learn;
  3. is central to classroom practice;
  4. is a key professional skill;
  5. is sensitive and constructive;
  6. fosters motivation;
  7. promotes understanding of goals and criteria;
  8. helps learners know how to improve;
  9. develops the capacity for self-assessment;
  10. recognises all educational achievement.


If you require more information about assessment please contact:

Jeanne Mundy, Primary Assessment Co-ordinator
Tel: (01482) 392469
E-mail: jeanne.mundy@eastriding.gov.uk


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