Workshop 1Building the Curriculum 5: a framework for assessment

Divide the readings up among your group:

P.11 – 17 What we assess

P. 18 – 25 Principles of assessment , When we assess

P. 26 – 33 How we assess

P. 34 – 42 Partnerships , Ensuring quality & confidence

P. 43 – 49 Reporting on progress, informing self- evaluation for improvement

Step 1Individual reading and reflective thinking

Read your section of the document.

As you read, keep in mind the following:

• You will be giving a verbal summary of your section to the rest of your group in the next step.

• How is this framework different from what we have at the moment?

Step 2Group Sharing

Work around the table in turn. Each person shares a summary of their section of the document and their response to the question.

How is this framework different from what we have at the moment?

Step 3Convergent Thinking

Consider all the responses shared at your table.

How is this framework different from what we have at the moment?

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• List up to 5 suggestions

• Bullet point your suggestions in the middle of the flipchart. Leave space around the outside.

Step 4Divergent Thinking

Around the outside record as many responses as you can to the question.

What are the challenges and/or opportunities in developing understanding of and implementing the guidance in BtC5: a framework for assessment in your context?

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