Understanding and Using Reading Assessment, K-12

With so many assessment choices available, it's hard to decide which ones are right for your students. This comprehensive resource will guide you through the myriad choices available so that you can identify the best tools for your learners' needs.Peter Afflerbach, a leader in the assessment field, helps you to examine and choose reading assessments in relation to current understandings of the reading process, students' development, and the culture of schooling. He uses a simple framework for examining assessments so that you can make quick, informed decisions and link assessment to curriculum and standards.You'll also learn how to assess a variety of outcomes and accommodate the development of learners in the reading assessment process.