Educational Assessment in Three Acts - Léa Depresbiteris
Educational Assessment in Three Acts: A Comprehensive Guide to Developing and Implementing Effective Assessments
Act I: The Foundation of Educational Assessment
In this captivating book, Léa Depresbiteris takes readers on an engaging journey through the world of educational assessment. With a wealth of knowledge and experience, Depresbiteris provides a comprehensive guide to developing and implementing effective assessments that truly measure student learning.
Act II: Designing Assessments for Different Purposes
The book delves into the intricacies of designing assessments for various purposes, from formative assessments that provide real-time feedback to summative assessments that evaluate student achievement at the end of a unit or course. Depresbiteris offers practical strategies for creating assessments that align with learning objectives, are fair and unbiased, and promote student growth.
Act III: Implementing and Evaluating Assessments
The final act of the book focuses on the practical aspects of implementing and evaluating assessments. Depresbiteris discusses the importance of clear communication with students and stakeholders, establishing reliable scoring procedures, and using assessment data to inform instruction and improve student learning.
Why You Should Read This Book
"Educational Assessment in Three Acts" is a must-read for educators, administrators, and anyone interested in improving the quality of education. With its engaging writing style, wealth of practical examples, and thought-provoking insights, this book will inspire you to rethink your approach to assessment and empower you to create assessments that truly make a difference in student learning.
Key Features:
- Comprehensive coverage of educational assessment, from design to implementation and evaluation
- Practical strategies for creating assessments that align with learning objectives and promote student growth
- In-depth discussion of different assessment types, including formative and summative assessments
- Guidance on establishing reliable scoring procedures and using assessment data to inform instruction
- Engaging writing style and thought-provoking insights that will inspire you to rethink your approach to assessment