Transforming Schools and Systems Using Assessment: A Practical Guide

Research shows that the single most powerful solution to improving education today is quality assessment for learning. Using stories and samples, the authors illustrate the assessment processes that enable leaders to successfully work toward school transformation and identify trouble before it happens. Also featured are practical ideas and tools to support every leader and leadership team to problem solve along the way.

Using the principles of assessment for learning, you will explore:

Systemic focus and alignment
- Professional development
- Staff and student resistance
- Parents and community
- Quality feedback
- Standards-based reporting