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“This book is written by one of the leading experts on assessment. It contains the deep knowledge and understanding that comes with knowing a subject inside out; but Jan Dubiel’s approach is very practical.” -Professor Tina Bruce CBE, University of Roehampton How we assess our youngest children is a vital part of early years practice. The new edition of Jan Dubiel’s bestselling book offers a clear explanation of the role of assessment in the revised Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), and step-by-step guidance for those working with children from birth to five on making and recording observations in practice. Updated throughout the second edition now features: • A brand new chapter on the History of the Baseline Assessment Policy • A companion website including access to SAGE journal articles, child observation videos and examples of completed assessments • Detailed guidance on the new Integrated Health and Education check at age two This book continues to help students and practitioners develop an evidence-based understanding of assessment and an appreciation of what constitutes effective assessment in early years settings.
Assessment in Practice
Assessment in Practice
This chapter will:
- Explore the conditions necessary for effective assessment in Early Years settings
- Explore the role and importance of observational assessment
- Discuss the importance of multiple perspectives contributing to accurate and authentic assessment
- Discuss the practical nature of formative and summative assessment
- Explore tensions and issues relating to the principles of effective and manageable record keeping and documentation
- Discuss pertinent aspects of accountability and demonstrating progress in the Early Years
Thus far we have explored in detail the theoretical, philosophical and ethical aspects of the assessment process – its purpose, uses and the considerations that practitioners make when they are involved in the decisions required. We have explored the nature of what ‘matters’ to children in terms of their sustainable development, the likely prerequisites for ...
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