Authentic Assessment: A Guide to Implementation - Paperback

by Cheryl Fulton Fischer (Author), Rita M. King (Author)

The concept of ′authentic assessment′ is making an increasing impression in numerous classrooms in North America. Current testing programs are being scrutinized to determine how to move beyond traditional forms of assessment to enhance student learning, understanding, and application of knowledge. The authors of this detailed yet clearly written book provide essential information on how to develop and implement ′authentic assessment′ programs, including the involvement in the learning process of not only teachers, students and administrators but also parents and community members.

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This new book offers a clear, concise look at all key areas of authentic assessment and the strategies necessary for implementation. Fischer and King compare it to traditional testing and assessment and discuss how to develop and implement a program of your own. They show you how to establish goals, select the right activities, manage portfolio systems, and more. You will also learn ways to involve students, parents, and the community in the learning and assessment processes.