This important book offers an introduction to the theory and the varying
types of assessment for health care professionals. The book includes
information on such topics as Where have work based assessments come
from?; Why do we have different parts to the same exam like MCQs and
OSCEs?; How do colleges decide who has passed or not?; Why can people
pick their own assessors for their MSF?; The role of formative
assessment Portfolios and their value. The book avoids jargon, is clear
and succinct, and gives the pros and cons of the different assessment
processes.