Assessment in Education: Trends, Issues, and Innovations

Assessment in education serves as a valuable tool to measure student learning, provide feedback, and inform instructional strategies. With a balanced approach that includes formative and summative assessments, educators can effectively monitor student progress, identify areas for improvement, and personalize instruction to meet individual learning needs. The book examines current trends and issues in assessment practices, such as formative assessment, personalized learning, and the integration of technology in assessment. It also highlights innovative approaches and emerging technologies that have the potential to transform assessment practices and enhance student learning outcomes.

Print ISBN: 9781682508787 | $ 160 | 2024 | Hardcover

Subject: Education

Editor: Beesley Paterson

About the Editor:  Beesley Paterson, PhD, is a former high school and community college special education teacher. He has collaborated with general education teachers and other school professionals. Paterson's research has led to the development of effective classroom interventions for students with high incidence disabilities, particularly in the areas of reading, writing, and note-taking. Additionally, Paterson has coauthored four special education casebooks and numerous journal articles, contributing to the understanding of assessment in education and highlighting trends, issues, and innovations in this field.