2. Whole school testing – why do we do it? Year 7 – 10 e-asTTle reading,writing and number PAT Comprehension, Vocabulary and Mathematics Science Thinking with Evidence

3. Standardised tests Assess the New Zealand curriculum Standardised (tried and tested on large numbers) National averages Determine how individuals are doing compared to students of the same age across the country Identify high achievers – accelerate Identify students needing support ‘One test, on one day’ – ‘Bad hair days’ Cross reference several results

5. e-asTTle Assessment Tools for Teaching and Learning Online Reading, Writing and Math assessments Published expectations/averages Online adaptive testing As student gets questions right the test gets harder, if they make mistakes the test get easier Ideally - half right and half wrong Instant report - score and a curriculum level

7. e-asTTle Monitor progress, evidence for reporting What has been learnt – Achieved What has been learnt well - Strengths What has not been learnt - Gaps What needs to be taught next – To be achieved Results in organiser and e-portfolio View online asTTle username and password (stdoms15) https://e-asttle.education.govt.nz/StudentWeb/login.faces

9. stdoms15

10. 4/7/2011Lynn Kincla & Alison Ellerbeck Progression 10

11. Reading/Writing

12. PAT Comprehension, Vocabulary, Mathematics and Science Progressive Achievement Tests NZ curriculum Standardised test at the start of every year National averages Teachers get indepth report Results are given as a Stanine 1 to 9 Science Thinking - High, Middle or Low

13. Stanine

14. Combining all results Overall picture of ability Target student needs Extend and accelerate learning Consolidate and support learning Ensure students are ‘on track’ Combine with classroom assessment and observation to give accurate reporting Parents can support learning from home