Ten Things that Matter from Assessment to Grading (Assessment Training Institute, Inc.) - Softcover

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Schimmer, Tom; Pearson Canada

 
9780133064025: Ten Things that Matter from Assessment to Grading (Assessment Training Institute, Inc.)
Softcover
ISBN 10: 0133064026 ISBN 13: 9780133064025
Verlag: Pearson, 2013

Inhaltsangabe

Ten Things that Matter from Assessment to Grading outlines the big ideas of assessment so teachers can prioritize where to refine their practice. Structured in standalone, quick-read chapters, its flexible approach lets readers choose the material that matters most to them. Chapters tackle concepts such as descriptive feedback, differentiated instruction, student ownership and grading accuracy. Classroom examples and teacher accounts are included in each chapter to help illustrate how to translate research to practice. Tips, guided questions, and next steps encourage readers to get started on their own path to fair and balanced assessment and grading.    

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Über die Autorin bzw. den Autor

Tom Schimmer is an independent education author and consultant from Penticton, BC (Canada). His current work focuses on the effective use of formative assessment as an integral part of the instructional process, accurate and fair grading and reporting, as well as educational leadership. Tom is an internationally recognized leader and expert who has delivered both keynote and workshop sessions at major conferences as well as for schools and/or school districts in Canada, the United States, and Asia. Prior to working as an author and consultant, Tom spent twenty years as an educator. As a classroom teacher he’s taught a variety of subjects in every grade from 6-12. He has been a school administrator in five different schools (3 high schools and 2 middle schools) and most recently was a district-level leader primarily responsible for curriculum and instruction. Tom holds a Teaching Degree from Boise State University (1990) and a Master’s Degree (Curriculum & Instruction) from the University of British Columbia (1999).

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Ten Things that Matter from Assessment to Grading outlines the big ideas of assessment so teachers can prioritize where to refine their practice. Structured in standalone, quick-read chapters, its flexible approach lets readers choose the material that matters most to them. Chapters tackle concepts such as descriptive feedback, differentiated instruction, student ownership and grading accuracy. Classroom examples and teacher accounts are included in each chapter to help illustrate how to translate research to practice. Tips, guided questions, and next steps encourage readers to get started on their own path to fair and balanced assessment and grading.    

 

Features
  • Outlines ten big ideas of assessment and grading―emphasizing the best techniques for a balanced, fair, and productive assessment plan.
  • Offers a flexible approach―with standalone chapters that pinpoint best practices. 
  • Makes research on assessment and grading real―by including classroom examples and teacher accounts.
  • Shows ways to communicate assessment policies with parents―by including communication tips in every chapter.
  • Offers reflective prompts for individuals or professional learning teams―including guiding questions throughout each chapter.
  • Encourages readers to start using the Ten Things right away―by including next steps and recommended resources throughout each chapter.

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    Verlag
    Pearson
    Erscheinungsdatum
    2013
    Sprache
    Englisch
    ISBN 10 
    0133064026
    ISBN 13 
    9780133064025
    Einband
    Taschenbuch
    Auflage
    1
    Anzahl der Seiten
    224
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