This book is based on the argument that detailed and developmental formativefeedback is the single most useful thing teachers can do for students. It helpsto cl... » 

This book is based on the argument that detailed and developmental formativefeedback is the single most useful thing teachers can do for students. It helpsto clarify the expectations of higher education and assist all students toachieve their potential.This book promotes student learning through formative assessment andfeedback whichenables selfassessment and reflection in learning encourages teacherstudent dialogue helps clarify what is good performance provides students with quality information to help improve their learningencourages motivation and selfconfidence in students aids the teacher in shaping teaching Underpinned by the relevant theory the practical advice and examples inthis book directly address the issues of how to motivate students to engage informative assessment effectively and shows teachers how they can providefurther useful formative feedback. «