Studying online

There are now 2 possible online modes for units:

Units with modes Online timetabled and Online flexible are available for any student to self-enrol and study online.

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Unit Overview

Description

This unit examines evidence based approaches to effective assessment and in doing so, asks students to create assessment tasks, marking guides and feedback strategies for learning areas. The application of high level interpersonal skills in moderation, assessment and reporting mechanisms is central in this unit. Assessment is explored as part of a productive and creative learning environment.

Credit
6 points
Offering
(see Timetable)
AvailabilityLocationMode
Non-standard teaching periodUWA (Perth)Face to face
Outcomes

Students are able to (1) make use of student assessment data to enhance learning and to report to parents and carers; (2) create effective assessment tasks and marking guides for learning areas; (3) apply the principles of effective formative and summative assessment and assessment for learning; (4) participate in moderation processes and make use of high level teamwork, conflict resolution and negotiation skills to achieve professional outcomes; (5) apply various written, verbal, technological and student focussed feedback strategies; and (6) analyse the relationship between pedagogy and assessment.

Assessment

Indicative assessments in this unit are as follows: (1) report; (2) moderation activity; and (3) construct an assessment task. Further information is available in the unit outline.

To pass this unit, a student must: (a) achieve an overall mark of 50 per cent or higher for the unit; and (b) achieve the requisite requirements(s) or a mark of 50 per cent or greater, whichever is higher and specified in the unit outline, for the report, moderation activity, and construct an assessment task components.

Student may be offered supplementary assessment in this unit if they meet the eligibility criteria.

Unit Coordinator(s)
Dr Elaine Chapman
Unit rules
Advisable prior study
curriculum major/minor units in pre-service teacher education
Contact hours
30 contact hours. Further information is available in the unit outline.
  • The availability of units in Semester 1, 2, etc. was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change.
  • All students are responsible for identifying when they need assistance to improve their academic learning, research, English language and numeracy skills; seeking out the services and resources available to help them; and applying what they learn. Students are encouraged to register for free online support through GETSmart; to help themselves to the extensive range of resources on UWA's STUDYSmarter website; and to participate in WRITESmart and (ma+hs)Smart drop-ins and workshops.
  • Visit the Essential Textbooks website to see if any textbooks are required for this Unit. The website is updated regularly so content may change. Students are recommended to purchase Essential Textbooks, but a limited number of copies of all Essential Textbooks are held in the Library in print, and as an ebook where possible. Recommended readings for the unit can be accessed in Unit Readings directly through the Learning Management System (LMS).
  • Contact hours provide an indication of the type and extent of in-class activities this unit may contain. The total amount of student work (including contact hours, assessment time, and self-study) will approximate 150 hours per 6 credit points.