Finding out what my children know in science SL032

Discover essential strategies and resources to effectively assess primary science

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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 if you want to familiarise yourself with the current expectations around assessment and children’s progress in science. You will explore strategies to assess working scientifically and creative approaches which promote learning as well as providing opportunities for assessment.

Who is it for?

Primary science leaders and primary teachers

What topics are covered?

• Assessment strategies in primary science 
• Understand formative and summative assessment approaches 
• Assessing working scientifically 
• Current updates and expectations in primary science assessment 
• Tracking progress

How will you learn?

Immersive 1 day face to face CPD

How long is this course?

1 day

Outcomes

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

• explore techniques for assessment for learning in primary science teaching
• describe current assessment and tracking requirements in primary science
• identify good practice in assessment
• discuss strategies to support progression in science