Classroom Assessment: Principles and Practice that Enhance Student Learning and Motivation

by James H. McMillan

Classroom Assessment presents classroom assessment principles in a non-technical, engaging way where you learn and practice skills as you read. It draws on new research and technologies to show how to effectively use classroom assessment to improve student learning and motivation. Practical examples, suggestions and case studies demonstrate real-world strategies and techniques.

The 8th Edition integrates equity and cultural relevance in every chapter, with more coverage of sociocognitive and sociocultural tenets of learning and motivation as well as responsive assessment practices. New vignettes, written by K through 12 National Board-Certified teachers, show first-hand how to apply effective assessment to real classroom situations.

Genres: Education, Nonfiction

592 pages, Kindle Edition

First published April 3, 2006

Reviews

[Etta G · Rating 2 out of 5]

One star for every chapter of the book that I actually finished. Sorry, Dr. H.

[Rachel Robins · Rating 4 out of 5]

It is a textbook, so not a thrill-a-minute. However, I appreciated the comprehensive, practical-application, research-base approach of the book. I did learn a lot and found this one pretty good as far as text books.

[Joe · Rating 3 out of 5]

Decent textbook. Like most, it deals with ideals. I’d like a little more reality, but it is what it is. Not too bad. A little dense in parts for pre-service teachers. Good for graduate students or teacher practitioners.

[Jenny · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was the best textbook I've ever read!! It contains so much information of formative and summation assessments. I'd definitely recommend this book to all educators.

[Danielle W · Rating 5 out of 5]

Well organized, detailed and immediately useful. I recommend this to every teacher, any everyone preparing to teach!

[Natalie Griffitts · Rating 4 out of 5]

A decent amount of assessment ideas with explanations of their effectiveness.

[Stacy Buck · Rating 3 out of 5]

My professor described this book as kale... Not super pleasant, but good for you. It's dry, but informative.

[Michelle · Rating 3 out of 5]

Very informative text that gives a detailed look at various kinds of assessment. I read it for a college class but didn't find it super helpful. I will probably refer back to it in the classroom.

[Kelsey Beers · Rating 1 out of 5]

i actually read this textbook in its entirety

[Jennifer Black · Rating 2 out of 5]

Glad to be done with this one.