In this practical guide, educator and assessment expert Starr Sackstein explains how students can take charge of their own growth through portfolios and student-led conferences.

Building a learner agency-enhanced environment -- Promoting clarity to deepen student understanding -- Using formative assessment to promote learner voice and self-advocacy -- Developing a portfolio system that supports purposeful goals -- Putting protocols in place to ensure success -- Partnering with students in the formative process -- Conferring with students during class time -- Putting protocols in place to ensure success -- Partnering with students in the formative process -- Conferring with students during class time.