Leading assessment, moderation and tracking in primary science - Invitation only NY032 / D20
Start date
15 Apr 21
Duration
4 Days
Location
Virtual, Adobe Connect Remote, Remote delivered CPD View on Google Map
Summary
There is no one-size-fits-all approach to assessment. However this course will give primary subject leaders and teachers the opportunity to explore best practice in primary science assessment and a chance to investigate the resources that are available in the wider educational world.
This course is ideal for primary school teachers who want to familiarise themselves with the current expectations around assessment and children’s progress in science. You will explore the difference between assessment, moderation and tracking, as well as considering how best to assess primary science in your school.
Who is it for?
This course is for primary science leaders and teachers of science.
What topics are covered?
This course covers:
- best practice in primary science assessment
- current updates of assessment expectations
- techniques for assessment for learning
- strategies to support progression
- science moderation
- tracking of science for your school
- assessing working scientifically
- leading change
How will you learn?
Please see the 'Scheduled dates' section on the top right hand side of this page to choose the date and delivery mode that suit you best.
How long is this course?
This course split into two face to face days and 3 twilight remote delivered sessions.
Who is the course leader?
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Tanya Shields
Tanya is the Primary STEM Lead at the National STEM learning centre in York. She works with both primary and secondary professionals to develop...
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Outcomes
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- use practical activities to teach the biology aspects of the National Curriculum and ensure progression of learning
- develop an firm understanding of the biology within the primary science curriculum
- enhance your subject knowledge of the big ideas in biology
Sessions
| Date | Time | Location | |
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| Leading assessment, moderation and tracking in primary science - Session 1 - (Delivered remotely) | 15 April 2021 | 16:00-17:00 | Virtual |
| Leading assessment, moderation and tracking in primary science - Session 2 - (face to face) | 17 May 2021 | 09:30-17:00 | Virtual |
| Leading assessment, moderation and tracking in primary science - Session 3 - (face to face) | 18 May 2021 | 09:30-17:00 | Virtual |
| Leading assessment, moderation and tracking in primary science - Session 4 - (Delivered remotely) | 14 June 2021 | 16:00-16:45 | Virtual |
| Leading assessment, moderation and tracking in primary science - Session 5 - (Delivered remotely) | 07 July 2021 | 16:00-16:45 | Virtual |
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