Summary
Contents
Subject index
Primary literacy involves many different learning processes, which can make it challenging to teach, particularly in diverse classroom environments.
Combining an examination of theory and research with practical case studies and real examples of teaching practice, this book shows trainee and early career teachers how to engage and motivate children to develop a range of primary English skills.
Chapters incorporate broader aspects of primary teaching such as active learning, self-regulation and assessment, and activities and discussion points explore how to apply important principles to your own teaching.
Drawing from international research and aware of policy developments in different countries, the book covers key topics on primary teacher education courses, including: The foundations of reading, writing and oracy skills; Planning, assessment and classroom organisation; Using new technologies and social media as tools for learning; Engaging with the literacy needs of diverse learners.
This is essential reading for students on university-based and school-based courses preparing to teach in primary education, and early career teachers seeking to continue their professional learning.
Dr Gary Woolley is senior lecturer at the University of the Sunshine Coast, Australia.
Assessment
Assessment
Chapter Objectives
- To understand the purposes of assessment for teaching and learning.
- To develop a repertoire of assessment strategies to foster a dynamic and flexible approach to assessment.
- To develop appropriate instructional approaches.
Key Questions
- What should teachers assess?
- How is assessment linked to learning and instruction?
- Why is it important to involve children in the assessment process?
Key words: assessment, dynamic assessment, formative assessment, process, product, self-assessment, summative assessment, testing.
Introduction
Chapter 11 considers assessment as an integrated and essential aspect of all teaching. Assessment should not be considered as a separate activity but you should think about it as part of the whole learning process. This chapter discusses the dynamic application of informal assessment along with other more formal assessment procedures. It will look at the learner within ...
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