Ahead of the Curve: The Power of Assessment to Transform Teaching and Learning

by Douglas B. Reeves (Editor)

Overview

This anthology brings the ideas and recommendations of many of the world’s education leaders into one resource that illustrates the many perspectives on effective assessment design and implementation. From involving students in the assessment process to ensuring accuracy and applying assessments to English learners and students with special needs, you will find compelling insights and proven strategies.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781934009840
Publisher:	Solution Tree Press
Publication date:	11/01/2009
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	144
Sales rank:	234,204
File size:	4 MB

Table of Contents

About the Editor     vii
Introduction: From the Bell Curve to the Mountain: A New Vision for Achievement, Assessment, and Equity   Douglas Reeves     1
Classroom Assessment
Using Assessments to Improve Teaching and Learning   Thomas R. Guskey     15
Involving Students in the Classroom Assessment Process   Anne Davies     31
Assessment for Learning: An Essential Foundation of Productive Instruction   Rick Stiggins     59
System-Level Assessment
Common Formative Assessments: The Centerpiece of an Integrated Standards-Based Assessment System   Larry Ainsworth     79
Designing a Comprehensive Approach to Classroom Assessment   Robert J. Marzano     103
The Last Frontier: Tackling the Grading Dilemma   Ken O'Connor     127
Assessment Challenges
The Journey Toward Effective Assessment for English Language Learners   Lisa Almeida     147
Crossing the Canyon: Helping Students With Special Needs Achieve Proficiency   Linda A. Gregg     165
Assessment Leadership
Content Then Process: Teacher Learning Communities in the Service of Formative Assessment   Dylan Wiliam     183
Data on Purpose: Due Diligence to Increase Student Achievement   Stephen White     207
Challenges and Choices: The Role ofEducational Leaders in Effective Assessment   Douglas Reeves     227
Epilogue: Once Upon a Time: A Tale of Excellence in Assessment   Richard DuFour     253