Assessment is for Learning

Glossary

This glossary explains terms used in AifL - Assessment is for Learning. It is not intended to be exhaustive in educational terms, nor does it include an explanation of every word used in the case study extracts. Instead, it seeks to clarify meanings in order to remove potential barriers to understanding and help the reader to appreciate the messages intended more fully.

Find term in the A to Z

ABCDEFGHIJKLM
NOPQRSTUVWXYZ

Keyword search

 
Glossary of terms
Using wrong answersA teaching strategy where wrong answers are valued and used to explore areas of misunderstanding. The slogan 'it's all right to be wrong' is aimed at helping pupils move away from the idea that only a correct answer is acceptable.