Approximately 120 minutes.
The School Assessment Leaders (SALs) Update
Meetings are focused on both the assessment of learning
and assessment for learning.
The first focus ensures that SALs are as up-to-date
as possible in their knowledge and understanding of statutory assessment
requirements. As well as disseminating this information the Course Tutors
will provide the names of useful publications and websites to support
delegates. Course Tutors also encourage delegates to ask questions and
discuss current issues so that they can return to their schools as fully
informed as possible.
The second focus on assessment for learning will
include sharing of latest research, presentation of case studies and often the
invitation to course delegates to share and discuss with their
colleagues. This last aspect is regarded as particularly valuable as a
networking tool that enables delegates to develop their assessment skills in a
very supportive environment.
How will the pupils benefit?
School Assessment Leaders have
the opportunity in each session to hear about the latest teaching and learning
research and practices to enhance children's learning. This includes developing
Assessment for Learning strategies to ensure all pupils are taking more
responsibility for their own outcomes and supporting them to become creative
and independent learners.
How will the school benefit?
Each course gives thorough
updates on all statutory assessment requirements throughout the year. This
ensures that the School Assessment Leaders are fully prepared and equipped to
lead colleagues in all assessment expectations back at school. Each course also
has a developmental session where assessment leaders have the opportunity to
work with colleagues from other schools to enhance their assessment practices
which can be shared with teachers back at school.
Quote:
'Always the most useful CPD - these meetings are
like gold dust! - carry on the good work' (Headteacher)