Classroom Assessment for Student Learning: Doing It Right – Using It Well (3rd Edition)
- Author: Jan Chappuis
- Edition: 3rd Edition
- Publisher: Pearson
- Publication Date: January 1, 2019
- ISBN-10: 0135185572
- ISBN-13: 978-0135185575
Classroom Assessment for Student Learning provides a comprehensive framework for educators to gather accurate information about student achievement and utilize assessment results to directly improve learning outcomes. This practical guide is designed to be user-friendly, offering a wealth of activities, real-world examples, and actionable tips that demonstrate what effective assessment looks like in the modern classroom.
The 3rd Edition places a significant emphasis on the formative use of classroom assessment, organized around five keys to quality assessment. These keys guide educators to:
- Establish a clear assessment purpose to meet the specific information needs of all users.
- Base both instruction and assessment on clear, well-defined learning targets.
- Design or select assessments that adhere to rigorous standards of accuracy.
- Communicate summative and formative results in a way that effectively supports student growth.
- Involve students actively in the assessment process, empowering them to use results to further their own learning.
By focusing on these core principles, the text helps teachers transform assessment from a mere grading tool into a powerful driver of student success and instructional clarity.