This is a core text for anyone training to be (or working as) an assessor in the further education and skills sector. Whether you are a new or an experienced assessor, this book will guide you through the relevant principles and practices to enable you to become an assessor; improve your job role; and/or work towards a relevant assessment qualification.

The book takes you through all the information you need to know, opening up the topic for learning in a really accessible way. Interactive activities are included throughout, and real examples of assessment in practice are included. The book also includes examples of completed assessment documents. It is a comprehensive text, covering:

• principles of assessment

• planning for assessment

• types and methods of assessment

• assessment practice

• giving feedback

• recording progress and achievement

• quality assurance

• evaluation

The updated 4th edition includes new content on:

• the assessor coach role


• end-point assessment


• the role of technology in assessment and quality assurance


• online assessment


• theories, principles and models of reflection and evaluation