Course and Subject Handbook

This subject draws on foundation knowledge of assessment of and for learning developed in Level 2 and 3 curriculum subjects of this course. In this subject, pre-service teachers examine the broad range of data and evidence available to teachers to inform planning for learning at a class, cluster or whole school level. Sources of data and evidence will be critically scrutinised to inform choices of data/evidence and knowledge of sophisticated analysis and synthesis of multiple sources will be developed. This will include knowledge of moderation procedures (developed and applied) to ensure that issues impacting on consistent application and interpretation of standards is understood. Attention will be given to requirements for recording and storing information securely and using information ethically and within legislative and regulatory requirements. Finally, pre-service teachers will use data to communicate with a range of stakeholders, including parents and carers, regarding the progression of student learning. This subject includes an embedded 15-day Professional Experience placement to enable observation, reflection and practical implementation of the learning(s) in this subject.