Blandford, Sonia and Knowles, Catherine. (2010) Assessment for learning : a model for the development of a child’s self competence in the early years of education. Education 3-13 . ISSN 0300-4279 (In Press)

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Abstract

In recent years policy documents, curricula and other educational initiatives have promoted a pedagogy founded on the concept of independent learning. This is broadly defined as ‘having the belief in yourself to think through learning activities, problems or challenges, make decisions about your learning and act upon those decisions (Blandford and Knowles, 2009:336). The central role of Assessment for Learning (AfL) in this process is often overlooked in practice. By considering the findings from a small scale research study this article addresses the central role of the teacher /practitioner in developing effective AfL in the early years classroom (3-5 years).

Item Type:	Journal Article
Subjects:	L Education > LB Theory and practice of education
Divisions:	Faculty of Social Sciences > Institute of Education
Library of Congress Subject Headings (LCSH):	Independent study, Education, Primary -- Great Britain, Learning -- Evaluation, Effective teaching -- Great Britain
Journal or Publication Title:	Education 3-13
Publisher:	Routledge
ISSN:	0300-4279
Date:	November 2010
Identification Number:	10.1080/03004279.2010.548818
Status:	Peer Reviewed
Publication Status:	In Press
Access rights to Published version:	Restricted or Subscription Access
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