Assessment For Learning
Study done by Black & Wiliam, 1998:
5 countries, 250 studies
"assessment specifically designed to promote student learning is the single-most powerful tool we have for raising achievement"
What is Assessment For Learning?
"any assessment for which the first priority in its design and practice is to serve the purpose of promoting pupil's learning"  -  Black and Wiliam
Key Questions We Need To Be Asking
What is the primary/purpose of assessment in your class/school?
How do we "fit" AFL principles into our current system that demands percentages and grades?
How can we include students more in the process of assessment?
Vs
FSA
Exams
University Entrance
Late marks, zeros, and homework?

How do we shift the focus from %, letters, #'s
to descriptive feedback?
How do we get students, parents, society on board?