Assessment of secondary computing CO413
Effective teaching is underpinned by the accurate use of assessment strategies, during this course you’ll explore formative and summative assessment strategies whilst understanding how to accurately assess computing.
Summary
Effective teaching is underpinned by the accurate use of assessment, enabling teachers to check knowledge and understanding of students. The use of accurate assessment allows teaching to be adapted and personalised, improving the learning journey for students.
Who is it for?
This course is designed for teachers of KS3 and KS4 computing.
What topics are covered?
This online self paced course discusses a wide range of assessment strategies which you can use with your students. It looks at when to schedule your assessments for maximum implact.
- You will consider the use of baseline assessments and what you might use the data for.
- You will learn about the use of formative assessments and assessment for learning.
- You will dive into the research behind assessment and it's impact on student outcomes.
How will you learn?
This online, self-paced course can be completed flexibly. You can join and start this course at any time after the advertised date, and keep access for a year after booking.
How long is this course?
This course is approximately 90 minutes of self directed learning.
Outcomes
By the end of this course, you will:
- Recognise effective techniques for formative and summative assessment
- Investigate a range of tools to facilitate summative assessment and how they can be utilised effectively across the curriculum
- Understand the importance of an effective feedback strategy
