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Learn more about the International Schools’ Assessment and how to get the most out of your assessment and reports. The ISA Team will regularly post helpful content, including interviews, articles, videos and research which can assist school leaders and teachers in using their data to inform teaching and learning.
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Using ACER’s general ability assessment at your school
Wednesday, 7 Jun 2023
ACER’s General Ability Test (AGAT) is a popular assessment among schools wanting to gain a richer understanding of their students’ reasoning skills to inform their teaching, class groupings and identifying students in need of support or extension.
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Unpacking ISA reports: Key concepts
Thursday, 25 May 2023
ACER’s most recent webinar unpacked the key concepts behind the International Schools’ Assessment (ISA) reports. Facilitated by Kimberley Veart, the session provided practical advice on how to use the reports effectively and how the data can support teaching. Sarah Elder, ISA Project Director, took attendees through scale score proficiency levels and international comparisons that make up the core of the ISA reporting suite, while Marc Kralj, Educational Consultant, demonstrated ISA reports in practice.
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Challenges to teacher wellbeing
Wednesday, 8 Feb 2023
A recent study reveals that teachers in the Pacific Islands are experiencing challenges to their mental health and wellbeing.
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Exploring system and school resilience in Asia
Monday, 23 Jan 2023
New research focusing on the experiences of principals, teachers, and parents in the Asia region highlights ‘bright spots’ in educational practice.
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Parents and teachers crucial to successful home learning during emergencies
Monday, 16 Jan 2023
Research in 3 countries has revealed that support for parents and teachers is critical to learning continuity during emergencies such as the COVID-19 pandemic.
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