Assessing Learning in the Lifelong Learning Sector

Like the layout of content within chapters, easy to read and understand. Like the theory focus, practical tasks and appendix - referrence to Assessor and IQA Awards. Note for future edition - APLC is now RPL -- Ann Gravells * drupal *
Like- clarity of explanations. Layout and presentation- easy to access information. Includes activities. Suggestion- could have more references to theory (especially for CertEd audience.) -- Christine Clements * drupal *
This is adopted for the 1st module. -- Dr Denise Summers * drupal *
This will be suggested as a supplementary text for the students. The introductory chapter helpfully sets the scene and provides an overview. The key ideas for students to consider are easily signposted.
reasonable set of references at end of each chapter, could have been more substantial or point to other sources. -- Dr Nick Allsopp * drupal *
It is good to have a book for adult students that includes practical examples of assessment, including AP(E)L. -- Dr Tony Morgan * drupal *
This updated version is as helpful as the original in enabling learners to gain a comprehensive understanding of issues around assessment in Lifelong Learning. -- Georgia McCrone * drupal *
Familiar format, builds on previous editions. The colour of the books is getting a little confusing. Stick to the same colour for assessment just highligh new edition? -- Linda Hallwood * drupal *
A useful addition to resources particularly for Unit 303 of the TAQA award at L3 -- Linda Imrie * drupal *
Clearly presented with opportunities for reflective practice. ′Thoery focus′ appears weak - would prefer more indepth theory links. -- Miss Amanda Turner * drupal *
Useful for those seeking to work in the lifelong learning sector, good format and structured well -- Miss Caroline Lewis * drupal *
easy to follow. some good ideas. well set out. -- Miss Jackie Rhoden * drupal *
Interesting and informative text for educators in vocational training FET sector. -- Miss Kate Mc Auliffe * drupal *
i found this book very useful, it is easy to read and straightforward explanations make skim reading it much easier. the content is useful but would recommend further research elsewhere if you need to research a topic in further detail. -- Miss Lisa Holland * drupal *
Lots of practical advice and examples given -- Miss Lisa Johnson * drupal *
As a trainee teacher this book is helping me to understand theories of assessment and how I can implement assessment in my teaching.

It is easy to read compared to some of the other books. -- Miss Yeeman Lam * drupal *
This book could be used to express the importance of correct and appropriate assessment in ITT and LLS. The book is easy to follow and gives several points of reference to allow the reader to follow and link to practice effectively. -- Mr Dale Munday * drupal *
A well laid out and comprehensive book. It covers all aspects of assessment and also covers evaluation. Good summaries and exercises. Suitable for CTLLS. -- Mr David Wragg * drupal *
For the DTLLS level students this is an engaging and informative reference source that is likely to remain at hand for all their teaching life.

Another well laid out and for those assessors, an addictive read! -- Mr Donald Moyse * drupal *
As a new teacher this book is helping me to understand theories of assessment. It is easy to read compared to some of the other books I have been reading around assessment. -- Mr Oliver Johnstone * drupal *
For DTLLS, PTLLS courses a must read, full of information and a very informative read in the assessment process. -- Mr Paul Reed * drupal *
A good text book that helps trainees develop a deeper understanding of assessment in the LLS -- Mr Russell Shobrook * drupal *
Well written and comprehensive with excellent assessment methods covered in full. A must have for anyone new to teaching in the lifelong learning sector where assessing learners in a pro-active and creative way will bring out the best -- Mr Vernon Ambris * drupal *
This useful overview of assessment theory and strategies is a useful starting point following discussions on assessment. -- Mrs Adele Sewell * drupal *
This book is helpful to all those who are studying towards a teaching qualification. Helps to train new teachers in the principals of assessment and learning, gives assistance on reflection methods and includes activities/case studies of real life experiences, to stimulate ideas and discussion in the classroom. -- Mrs Helen Middleton * drupal *
Useful appendix and updates. -- Mrs Janet Selby * drupal *
A concise and well-laid out book. Although aimed at teachers wanting to achieve QTLS it would be useful for those on teacher training and TAQA courses as well. For TAQA it provides a different approach to the standard texts giving additional information for learners. -- Mrs Janice Farley * drupal *
useful, nothing changed massively since the previous edition -- Mrs Karen Gray * drupal *
Particularly good on Validity and Reliability. Useful on this course and support for PGCE students. -- Mrs Kathryn Charles * drupal *
The book breaks down the topic into chapters that are accessible and reduces the need to read a whole book. The language is well gauged to its audience which makes it a recommended read to understand the subject. -- Mrs Marcia Dewar * drupal *
Thorough and easy to read for new and experienced staff. Very busy. -- Mrs Pam Lavender * drupal *
A well written book in which you can easily dip in and out of. It is very accessible to all due to its style and language used. Well recommended. -- Mrs Ruth Baxter * drupal *
Clearly written and shows the different methods of assessment. -- Mrs Sharon Lock * drupal *
Well written easy to understand -- Mrs Theresa Rowland * drupal *
I like the clear, well-organised discussion under the heading/sub-headings familiar to the students through their course handbooks. It seems to me to be focussed on providing information primarily, but case studies, reflective and practical tasks encourage reflection on application in the classroom. -- Mrs Vivienne Channing * drupal *
Recommended for new assessors undertaking their TAQA courses. not too heavy and easy to dip in and out of -- Ms Karen Freeman * drupal *
Well organised, clear and easy to read. Plenty of case studies and activities for discussion in the classroom. -- Ms Marta Menor Rodriguez * drupal *
Provides very helpful activities that enable students to think through the issue.I think that the 3rd edition is excellent as it updates an already very good 2nd edition. It is relevant to learners in a variety of situations and courses and is definitely required reading. -- Ms Ruth Felstead * drupal *
Already a well used book, good to get an updated version. -- Ms Sandie Stratford * drupal *
This is recommended for students on the Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement course. It is a clear and accessible book with useful references for further study. The book covers all the main concepts and issues that assessors need to understand and it also contains illustrative extracts from student learning journals that help to maintain reader interest. It would also be useful for a CTLLS or DTLLS qualification. -- Ms Sandra Rennie * drupal *
Like - Practical book with many illustrative examples -- Sarah Aynsley * drupal *