Simon Child & Paul Ellis 
The What, Why and How of Assessment [EPUB ebook] 
A guide for teachers and school leaders

How do teachers develop their understanding of the foundation principles of assessment , stay up to date with the latest classroom approaches and have the confidence to evaluate and question the effectiveness of new methods?



This professional resource for teachers supports them to understand the 
what,  
why and 
how of assessment. It provides key knowledge on the types and purposes of assessment and explores key themes such as validity, reliability and fairness.  It explores assessment in practice offering practical support for busy teachers and takes an in-depth look at how qualifications are designed and developed and how examinations are marked, graded and regulated.

Table of Content

Introduction

Part 1: The principles of assessment

What is assessment?

Validity

Reliability

Fairness and ethics

Standards and comparability

Part 2: Assessment principles in action

Assessment by exam boards

Assessment in schools

Assessment in society (beyond schools)

Assessment and neurodiversity

Assessment and mental health

The future of assessment

Glossary

About the author

Paul Ellis began teaching in schools and universities in the 1990s, and has held senior positions in two of the main international education providers since 2006. Within his current role, he is in charge of the worldwide recruitment and development of teacher-trainers. He has worked with teachers and school leaders on all continents to advise and support them in their professional learning. He has written or edited more than a dozen education books.