In practical terms, APP allows teachers to use evidence from their everyday teaching to assess a pupils capability on an AF.
This can include evidence gathered by talking to pupils whilst they undertake group work, matching activities and team games.
APP is not seen as a series of mini tests but as a means of giving pupils multiple opportunities to demonstrate their understanding of work.
In the secondary school phase, APP links closely to Personal Learning and Thinking Skills (PLTS) where pupils are expected to show determination in solving problems and work as part of a team.
During 2009/10 schools have been expected to trial APP with at least one Year group with a view to fully embedding the approach from September 2010.