Assessment for Learning in the Foundation Stage (Key Issues) - Softcover

Marianne Sargent

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1408140500 ISBN 13: 9781408140505

Publisher: Featherstone, 2011

Synopsis

The Key issues series addresses some of the major challenges facing Early Years settings and Primary schools. This exciting new title comes under the 'Every Child Matters' remit and explains in a practical way, what assessment for learning entails and how it can be successfully implemented in the EYFS. Assessment for learning (A4L) is a teaching strategy that helps children appraise their own work and gain understanding of how they need to progress.

About this title

Review

"Supported by the latest research, the book provides clear, sound, tried and tested advice, practical ideas, case studies, helpful pointers for further reading and information. There are examples of positive learning cultures, with clear links to the EYFS."
--Early Years Educator, February 2012

About the Author

Marianne Sargent is an early education specialist and writer, having written several books for Featherstone Education, as well as regular articles for Nursery World and Early Years Educator. Marianne holds an MA in Early Years Education and has worked as a lecturer in primary and early years education. She is also a qualified teacher, having taught in a range of nurseries and reception classes.

Edition details

• Publisher: Featherstone
• Publication date: 2011
• ISBN 10: 1408140500
• ISBN 13: 9781408140505
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 64