Student assessment in Canada : improving the learning environment through effective evaluation

Taylor, Alan R. (Author). Tubianosa, Teresita-Salve. (Added Author). Society for the Advancement of Excellence in Education (Added Author).

Summary: Student Assessment in Canada: Improving the learning environment thought effective evaluation stresses the importance of a balanced model of evaluation for use in making informed decisions at various levels of the educational system. The model includes the use of teacher-made measures, program level assessments, standardized tests, and credentialing examinations. Each of these measures serves different purposes and is an important component of an effective evaluation model. An included chapter on trends in assessment provides a basis for thought about future needs and applications, and offers suggestions on ways to enhance current practices within Canada.

Record details

ISBN: 096514472
Physical Description: print
97 p. : tables. ; 28 cm.
Publisher: Kelowna, BC : Society for the Advancement of Excellence in Education, c2001.

Content descriptions

Formatted Contents Note:

The role of assessment and evaluation in the teaching-learning environment-- Issues in the use of centralized testing programs -- Assessment practices across Canada -- International practices in evaluation -- Trends in evaluation and the use of emerging technologies -- A balanced model for effective evaluation -- Appendices.