TY - BOOK AU - Shores,Elizabeth F. AU - Grace,Cathy TI - The portfolio book: a step-by-step guide for teachers SN - 9780876591949 U1 - 372.21 SHO PY - 1998/// CY - Beltsville, Md. PB - Gryphon House KW - Portfolios in education KW - United States KW - Early childhood education N1 - Includes bibliographical references and index N2 - This book details a process for using student portfolios to support improved learning for children, teachers, and families, with the goal of encouraging reflection and goal-setting by individual learners and engaging parents in assessment and evaluation through frequent and varied communication. The book provides three major features: portfolio assessment theory, easy-to-use applications, and a complete set of reproducible forms. Chapter one of the book provides background information on assessment and evaluation, while chapter two summarizes how portfolios support child-centered learning and developmentally appropriate practice in early childhood education and care. Chapter three describes what teachers can do to get ready to implement the ten-step portfolio process. Chapter four outlines a typical portfolio and its contents. Chapter five guides the user through the ten-step portfolio process, showing how each step supports family participation and discussing how that involvement can make teachers and parents stronger allies. This chapter also shows how portfolio-based assessment is a process of innovation and adaptation. Three appendices provide a glossary of terms, sample forms of written materials, and a classroom equipment list. (SD). ER -