Much recent research indicates that effective formative assessment is a key factor in raising pupils’ standards of achievement. Recognised by the QCA, Assessment for Learning is a key idea underpinning the Key Stage 3 Strategy work on assessment. This key title in the area of assessment for learning is vital reading for all teachers to ensure that pupils’ education and attainment is maximised. Benefits: Concise and easy to follow Provides research findings and examples Helps you to raise levels of achievement in your school Enables you to ensure pupils are sufficiently involved in their own assessment and have a good understanding of what they are trying to achieve