A Summary of Research on Assessment Issues

Much of the research in this document refers to summative tests/examinations. However many of the principles will apply to the use of p levels/national Curriculum levels as summative assessments. The points made about ensuring consistency of teacher assessment may also be of interest. This summary contains key points from the following publications: - The role of teachers in assessment of learning - Assessment Reform Group; - Teaching & Learning Research Project - Assessment of Significant Learning Outcomes; - Summary of findings and recommendations from NFER Schools' Use of Data in Teaching and Learning by Catherine Kirkup, Juliet Sizmur, Linda Sturman and Kate Lewis (National Foundation for Educational Research); - Harlen, W. (2007) The Quality of Learning: assessment alternatives for primary education. (Primary Review Research Survey 3/4), Cambridge: University of Cambridge Faculty of Education; - Harlen, W. (2007) Assessment of Learning London: Sage.