ISA Insights

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.

Using ACER’s general ability assessment at your school

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

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

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

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

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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