\u003cp\u003eThis book addresses a problem that affects the work of all educators: how traditional methods of assessment undermine the capacity of schools to serve students with diverse cultural and social backgrounds and identities. Anchored in a common-sense notion of validity, this book explains how current K\u0026#8211;12 assessment practices are grounded in the language, experiences, and values of the dominant White culture. It presents a timely review of research on bias in classroom and large-scale assessments, as well as research on how students\u0026#8217; level of engagement influences their performances. The author recommends practices that can improve the validity of students\u0026#8217; assessment performances by minimizing sources of bias, using culturally responsive assessment tools, and adopting strategies likely to increase students\u0026#8217; engagement with assessment tasks. This practical resource provides subject-specific approaches for improving the cultural and social relevance of assessment tools and offers guidance for evaluating existing assessment instruments for bias, language complexity, and accessibility issues. \u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBook Features:\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eResearch-based recommendations for improving assessment fairness, validity, and cultural/social relevance.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003ePractices that have been shown to improve the effectiveness of classroom assessments in supporting student learning.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eConcrete examples of how to create culturally relevant assessment tasks that target valued learning goals in language arts, mathematics, social studies, and science classrooms.\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eAppendixes that provide tools educators can use to improve grading practices.\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e\n
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