This school year has been unlike any that teachers, administrators, students or parents have ever faced. As it has gotten underway, the pandemic adds new layers of complexity, uncertainty and anxiety that will impact education, including assessing student learning.

None of these challenges diminish the vital role of assessment in providing students with the opportunity to access a high-quality education. A balanced assessment system is necessary to meet accountability requirements and to ensure that continuous learning improvement occurs in every school system – whether in-person or virtual.

This playbook guides readers through the four types of assessment, explaining their purpose, the information they provide, and how to use that information to optimize learning. Readers will learn about:

• The importance of using assessment reviews to improve the process and create balance
• The root causes of academic achievement gaps and why they are key in helping students overcome them
• Why it’s crucial to choose an assessment solution that offers the expertise of experienced educators who have “walked the walk”

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