Perfect Assessment for Learning (The Perfect Series)

A simple "how-to" guide for improving achievement by implementing sustainable Assessment for Learning in schools. Includes how to shift staff culture to embed great practice, helping children own their own learning, effective use of learning objectives, and working well with parents.Perfect Assessment for Learning takes the busy teacher through a range ofstrategies to ensure that assessment, progress and learning are inextricably linked.Perfect Assessment for Learning provides us with a verythorough and clear explanation of Afl and puts it well and truly at the heart of school improvement in terms of developing outstanding teaching and learning. I am sure that anyone who is interested in improving learning in their classrooms and schools will find this a stimulating, practical and very effective resource.”Linda Dawson, Deputy Head Teacher, The Bemrose School, DerbyThis simple, straightforward and easy to digest book reminds us of our responsibility as teachers to ensure that students are making progress and then sends us on our way with a staggering array of inventive learning tools to put the message into practice. An essential addition to the Perfect series: recommended.”David Didau, Director of Learning and Literacy at Clevedon SchoolThis is an excellent and practical book which should be readily available for use by all staff in schools senior managers and the teaching and learning coaches team in particular. Used well, Claire Gadsby’s practical ideas will enhance teaching and learning.”Mo Laycock OBE, Former Head TeacherClaire Gadsby is a freelance education consultant, trainer and keynote speaker. She has more than 15 years of teaching experience and was head of English at her last school. She prides herself on being very close to the realities of life in the classroom and regularly team-teaches or delivers demonstration lessons for teachers to observe and critique.