Shirley Clarke is often described as the foremost expert on practical applications of assessment for learning (formative assessment) in the UK.

An associate of the Institute of Education, University of London, Shirley Clarke's books regularly top the university's "best sellers " list. (see Publications for details and ordering)

Shirley Clarke's talks appeal to teachers, managers and academics alike. She takes research about formative assessment, including her own research, and transforms it with teachers into practical classroom strategies which help to improve children's learning.

An extremely popular speaker, Shirley is usually booked at least eighteen months ahead. (See Current Courses for one-day courses with vacancies or Course Formats for types of training on offer.)