Leading assessment, moderation and tracking in primary science NY032 / B23

Start date
15 Apr 24
Duration
2 Days
Location
National STEM Learning Centre, Siwards Way, York YO10 5DD How to find us

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.This course may support you with the Science Leadership Benchmark 1 - Leadership and vision for science

Who is it for?

This course is for primary science leaders and teachers of science.

What topics are covered?

This two day 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?

This course will be delivered face to face.

How long is this course?

This is an intensive two-day residential course with three twilight remote sessions taking place before and after the face to face days.

Who is the course leader?

  • Nicky Waller

    Nicky is dedicated and passionate about primary science education, always looking for innovative ways to inspire children and teachers. She makes...

Outcomes

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • explore techniques for assessment for learning in primary science teaching
  • describe current assessment and tracking requirements in primary science
  • explore good practice in assessment
  • identify opportunities to develop assessment, tracking and moderation in your school
  • discuss strategies to support progression in science

Sessions

DateTimeLocation
Leading assessment, moderation and tracking in primary science - Session 1 - remote synchronous15 April 202416:00-17:00Virtual
Leading assessment, moderation and tracking in primary science - Session 2 - face to face02 May 202411:00-19:00National STEM Learning Centre
Leading assessment, moderation and tracking in primary science - Session 3 - face to face03 May 202409:00-16:00National STEM Learning Centre
Leading assessment, moderation and tracking in primary science - Session 4 - remote synchronous23 May 202416:00-17:00Virtual
Leading assessment, moderation and tracking in primary science - Session 5 - remote synchronous03 June 202416:00-17:00Virtual

Notes

This is a residential course, fees include meals and accommodation for the duration of the course.

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Additional information

If the course you would like to attend is fully booked, please contact enquiries@stem.org.uk to express your interest in being added to a waiting list. We will contact you when the course is due to run again.

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