Principles and practices of assessment - Ann Gravells

This is a core text for anyone training to be (or working as) an assessor in the further education and skills sector.Whether you are a new or an experienced assessor, this book will guide you through the relevant principles and practices to enable you to become an assessor; improve your job role; and/or work towards a relevant assessment qualification.



The book takes you through all the information you need to know, opening up the topic for learning in a reallyaccessible way. Interactive activities are included throughout, and real examples of assessment in practice areincluded. The book also includes examples of completed assessment documents.It is a comprehensive text, covering:



principles of assessment

planning for assessment

types and methods of assessment

assessment practice

giving feedback

recording progress and achievement

quality assurance

evaluation



The updated 4th edition includes new content on:

• the assessor coach role


• end-point assessment


• the role of technology in assessment and quality assurance


• online assessment


• theories, principles and models of reflection and evaluation