Performance-Based Assessment

Written by a practicing teacher, the book Performance-Based Assessment for 21st Century Skills explains how to use performance-based projects and assessments in the classroom. The writing is clear and direct. The author, Todd Stanley, explains performance-based assessment, its benefits and challenges, how to design rubrics, and how to create authentic assessments. Examples and applications are provided throughout the book. The book is aimed at teachers within grade, middle, and high schools. However, the principles may be applied in college classrooms as well. A practical resource for teachers wanting to help students develop needed real-life skills.