Mike Davis, Consultant in Continuing Medical Education, Blackpool, UKKirsty Forrest, Clinical Education Advisor, Yorkshire and Humber Deanery, Research and Evaluation Study Skills (RESS formally SSC) Co-Chair, University of Leeds, Consultant Anaesthetist, Leeds Teaching Hospital Trust, Leeds, UKJudy McKimm, Dean and Professor of Medical Education, Swansea University, Swansea, UK

• Acknowledgements viiAbout the authors viiiForeword xPreface xiiChapter 1 Purpose of assessment 1Chapter 2 Principles of assessment 24Chapter 3 E-assessment – the use of computer-based technologies in assessment 41Chapter 4 Feedback 53Chapter 5 Portfolios 68Chapter 6 Revalidation 81Chapter 7 Assessment types: Part 1 94Chapter 8 Assessment types: Part 2 110Chapter 9 Programmatic assessment 126Chapter 10 Conclusion 134Index 137

“This book uses several methods that effectively enable readers to reflect and gauge their knowledge during discussion of assessment techniques. It is succinct and its chapters are organized to allow readers to seek information about specific topics with ease. Learning objectives for each chapter, along with illustrations, tables, and self-reflection questions, enhance the text and contribute to the understanding of the concepts. The authors offer a thorough overview of methods of assessment and their application for medical educators, which will enhance student learning.”  (Doody’s, 28 June 2013)