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Assessments for Learner Development

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What kinds of assessment supports the intellectual, social, and physical development of a learner?

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Tools and resources to help educators in assessing learners are discussed.

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In the same way that one never knows what goes on behind closed doors of a marriage, the same applies with students. Even in small towns, where families are tight and teachers may be familiar with neighbors through place of worship or civic events, what goes on at home might not always be as it seems to others or by teachers at school. The 'lookin good kid,' as he's called in the substance abuse circles, may be a high achiever but masking the dynamics of a dysfunctional family. Knowing what is going on in and around a child will help align him or her to the appropriate activities, groups and possible professionals that might bring a student ...

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