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The Interpretative Nature of Teachers' Assessment of Students' Mathematics: Issues for Equity.

Authors :
Morgan, Candia
Watson, Anne
Source :
Journal for Research in Mathematics Education. Mar 2002 33(2):78-110.
Publication Year :
2002

Abstract

Discusses fairness and equity in mathematics assessment. Illustrates these issues with two studies of teachers' informal classroom assessment practices and their interpretation and evaluation of students' formal written mathematical texts. Indicates that different teachers could interpret similar work differently. Discusses and critiques approaches for improving the quality and equity of teachers' assessment. (Author/KHR)

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0021-8251
Volume :
33
Issue :
2
Database :
ERIC
Journal :
Journal for Research in Mathematics Education
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
EJ667024
Document Type :
Journal Articles<br />Reports - Research