Assessment

An ACER-led questionnaire has provided valuable insight into preschool contexts across Australia, as well as educators’ and teachers’ hopes for the new Preschool Outcomes Measure.

A new PISA report examines how Australian students applied their knowledge of mathematical concepts and the thinking processes they used when solving mathematical problems that arise in everyday life.

A new report by the Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER) identifies how students achieved in core areas of mathematics viewed globally as key in preparing them for adult life.

Adaptive testing can provide a powerful solution for schools seeking accurate, meaningful insights into their students’ progress. In a recent webinar, Dr Jarrod Hingston shared his expertise on how adaptive assessments work and how best to use them.

Insights from mid-way through the Small-Scale Trial and how they are shaping the next iteration of the Preschool Outcomes Measure tool.

ACER has produced a compelling policy brief to address a critical challenge in education: ensuring foundational literacy and numeracy for all students in the Asia-Pacific region.