Assessment Practices in the Elementary Classroom: Perspectives of Stakeholders.

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Assessment practices used in elementary school classrooms in British Columbia (Canada) were explored through a survey that also considered the perspectives of the people directly affected by assessment: students, parents, teachers, and administrators. Data were collected through focus group interviews with each of the 4 respondent groups from 10 school districts. Each group consisted of three to eight participants. The study clarifies characteristics of classroom assessment and shows that a number of issues should be addressed. Observation and the review of work samples are the main kinds of information collection procedures used in the schools studied, and narrative reports are the main form of formal communication with parents. The purpose of assessment is locating the student within the instructional program, to devise and implement appropriate learning strategies for the child, to inform the child and parents of progress, and also to fulfill the reporting requirements of the school

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