21 May (Sunday) |
| 0900 - 1730 |
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Registration for Overseas Participants |
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Registration for Overseas Participants |
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| 1800 - 1900 |
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Welcome Cocktail Reception |
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| Promenade |
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Welcome Cocktail Reception |
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22 May (Monday) |
| 0745 - 0845 |
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Registration |
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Registration |
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| 0900 - 0945 |
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Opening Session |
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(please be seated by 08 45) |
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| Grand Ballroom |
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Angklung Performance
Millenia Institute, Singapore |
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Welcome Address by Dr Sydell Carlton
President of IAEA |
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Opening Address by Miss Seah Jiak Choo
Director-General of Education, Ministry of Education, Singapore |
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Play: Printed Dreams, Paper Castles
CHIJ Katong Convent and Victoria School, Singapore |
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Address by Mr Tan Yap Kwang
Chief Executive, Singapore Examinations and Assessment Board, Singapore |
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| 0945 - 1030 |
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Coffee break |
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| 1030 - 1130 |
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Keynote Presentation |
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| Grand Ballroom |
Chair: |
Sydell Carlton, Educational Testing Service (USA) |
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Assessment Fit for Purpose
Barry McGaw
McGaw Group Pty Ltd and Melbourne Education Research Institute, Australia |
[see Abstract]
[see Paper] |
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| 1130 - 1300 |
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Paper Presentation Session 1 |
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| Riverfront |
Chair: |
Carolyn Adams, Assessment and Qualifications Alliance (UK) |
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Assessment for productive learning: Forms of assessment and their potential for enhancing learning
Kerry J Kennedy, Jacqueline Kin-Sang Chan, Flora Wai-Ming Yu and Ping-Kwan Fok
The Hong Kong Institute of Education, Hong Kong SAR |
[see Abstract]
[see Paper] |
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From principles to practice: Making assessment for learning work in the classroom
Sylvia Green
Cambridge Assessment, UK |
[see Abstract]
[see Paper] |
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Development of the Singapore prototype classroom assessment tasks: Innovative tools for improving student learning and performance
Kim Koh, Ai Noi Lee, Wengao Gong and Hwei Ming Wong National Institute of Education, Singapore |
[see Abstract]
[see Paper] |
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| Waterfront 1 |
Chair: |
Ann Puntis, Cambridge Assessment (UK) |
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Losing your inhibitions: Possible effects on assessment of dynamic, interactive computer items
Peter Pool
University of Leeds, UK |
[see Abstract]
[see Paper] |
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Assessment using mobile phone - An exploratory study
Cheow Cher Wong and Rajenthiran Sellan
Singapore Examinations and Assessment Board, Singapore
Lup Yuen Lee
NCS Pte. Ltd., Singapore |
[see Abstract]
[see Paper] |
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2 years of e-registration: Keeping pace with IT revolution in testing: The WAEC experience
SO Adeyegbe
West African Examinations Council, Nigeria |
[see Abstract]
[see Paper] |
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| Waterfront 2 |
Chair: |
Cedric Croft, IAEA (New Zealand) |
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Assessment reforms in Hong Kong
Peter W Hill and Wan Tak-Wing
Hong Kong Examinations and Assessment Authority, Hong Kong SAR |
[see Abstract]
[see Paper] |
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The need for curriculum modifications for special needs learners in Botswana
MA Okumbe and GN Tsheko
University of Botswana, Botswana |
[see Abstract]
[see Paper] |
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Where are we going? - An update on workplace language benchmarking in China and the region
Mark Knight
Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong SAR |
[see Abstract]
[see Paper] |
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| Waterfront 3 |
Chair: |
Gordon Stobart, University of London Institute of Education (UK) |
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Assessment for recognition of prior learning in technical and vocational education and training in Australia: Where to from here?
Brian Knight
National Centre for Vocational Education Research Ltd, Australia |
[see Abstract]
[see Paper] |
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Building competence based capability in organisations
Kari Miller
National Qualifications Assessment Centre, New Zealand |
[see Abstract]
[see Paper] |
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Relationship between satisfaction with major, academic performance and congruence
Guan Dandan, Ma Shiye, Liu Xin and Yu Jie
National Education Examinations Authority, China |
[see Abstract]
[see Paper] |
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| 1300 - 1415 |
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Lunch |
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| 1415 - 1545 |
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Paper Presentation Session 2 |
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| Riverfront |
Chair: |
Choi Chee-Cheong, formerly Hong Kong Examinations and Assessment Authority (Hong Kong SAR) |
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Dealing with examination and assessment irregularities in an era of rapid change: A South African judicial perspective
Coert Loock
GijimaAst & University of Johannesburg, South Africa
Prem Govender and Joe Cesare
Gauteng Department of Education, South Africa |
[see Abstract]
[see Paper] |
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Asset Languages – A multilingual proficiency framework that supports learning
Neil Jones
Cambridge Assessment, UK |
[see Abstract]
[see Paper] |
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Can we predict who will be a reliable marker?
Michelle Meadows
Assessment and Qualifications Alliance, UK |
[see Abstract]
[see Paper] |
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| Waterfront 1 |
Chair: |
David Gleave, The Testing Company (Thailand) |
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Investigating the intellectual quality of alternative assessments at Nanyang Girls’ High School
Seah-Tay Hui Yong
Nanyang Girls’ High School, Singapore |
[see Abstract]
[see Paper] |
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Creating the military e-Learning culture: Evaluating assessment techniques
Sarah Buck
Royal Navy, UK |
[see Abstract]
[see Paper] |
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Comparing the reliability of the conveyor belt system of marking with the traditional marking system
Matthew Bukenya
Uganda National Examinations Board, Uganda |
[see Abstract]
[see Paper] |
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| Waterfront 2 |
Chair: |
Caroline Gipps, University of Wolverhampton (UK) |
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Integrating assessment of learning and assessment for learning in Hong Kong public examinations: Rationales and realities of introducing school-based assessment
Ping-Kwan Fok, Kerry J Kennedy, Jacqueline Kin-Sang Chan and Flora Wai-Ming Yu
The Hong Kong Institute of Education, Hong Kong SAR |
[see Abstract]
[see Paper] |
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A teacher with a vision and school-based assessment
GN Tsheko
University of Botswana, Botswana |
[see Abstract]
[see Paper] |
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Realising the potential of school-based assessment
Clive Long
IEB, South Africa |
[see Abstract]
[see Paper] |
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| Waterfront 3 |
Chair: |
Janet Keightley, Senior Secondary Assessment Board of South Australia (Australia) |
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A |
(Mis)use of national assessment results in Slovenia
Darko Zupanc
National Examinations Centre, Slovenia |
[see Abstract]
[see Paper] |
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Eight year trends in English students attitudes to school
Sally Thomas and Wen Jung Peng
University of Bristol, UK |
[see Abstract]
[see Paper] |
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Using assessment results for school improvement
Graham Orpwood
York/Seneca Institute for Mathematics, Science & Technology Education, Canada |
[see Abstract] |
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| 1545 - 1630 |
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Coffee Break |
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| 1630 - 1730 |
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Paper Presentation Session 3 |
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| Riverfront |
Chair: |
Gabrielle Matters, Australian Council For Educational Research (Australia) |
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Assessment of basic competencies
Amy KM Cheung, Guanzhong Luo and Gregory Chan
Hong Kong Examinations and Assessment Authority, Hong Kong SAR |
[see Abstract]
[see Paper] |
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Identifying patterns of skills acquisition in elementary mathematics among a cohort group of pupils: Implications to teaching and learning
Jesus E Sevilla, Jr. and Kathryn M Tan
Center for Educational Measurement, Inc, Philippines |
[see Abstract]
[see Paper] |
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| Waterfront 1 |
Chair: |
Frances Ottobre, IAEA (USA) |
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Multilevel analysis approach for determining 8th grade mathematics achievement in the State of Kuwait
Fawziyah Hadi and Bader Al_Omar
Kuwait University, Kuwait |
[see Abstract]
[see Paper] |
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Using technology to enhance formative assessment
Martyn Roads
M R Educational Consultants, UK |
[see Abstract]
[see Paper] |
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| Waterfront 2 |
Chair: |
Chris Whetton, National Foundation For Educational Research (UK) |
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Assessment shifts in the Singapore education system
Rajenthiran Sellan, Karen Chong and Connie Tay
Singapore Examinations and Assessment Board, Singapore |
[see Abstract]
[see Paper] |
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A shift from assessing a set of learning contents to assessing each learning outcome: NACTE’s perspective
Adolf B Rutayuga and Amiri Kondo
The National Council for Technical Education, Tanzania |
[see Abstract]
[see Paper] |
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| Waterfront 3 |
Chair: |
Hugh McManus, State Examinations Commission (Ireland) |
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Pre-university Project Work in Singapore: An alternative mode of assessment in Singapore
Karen Clare Bryer
Singapore Examinations and Assessment Board, Singapore |
[see Abstract]
[see Paper] |
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Connoisseurship, assessments of performance and questions of reliability
Jonathan H Robbins
The Talent Centre Ltd, UK |
[see Abstract]
[see Paper] |
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23 May (Tuesday) |
| 0900 - 1030 |
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Paper Presentations Session 1 |
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| Riverfront |
Chair: |
Barry McGaw, McGaw Group Pty Ltd and Melbourne Education Research Institute (Australia) |
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Curriculum change, innovation and innovative examinations: Shifting expectations
Peter Hermans
Cito, Dutch National Institute for Educational Measurement, The Netherlands |
[see Abstract]
[see Paper] |
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Extending examination board activities: An international review of innovative responses to educational need
Sarah Maughan, Jo Morley and Stephen Sharp
Cambridge Assessment, UK |
[see Abstract]
[see Paper] |
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Equity in assessment in Australia: The legal perspective
J Joy Cumming and Elizabeth Dickson
Griffith University, Australia |
[see Abstract]
[see Paper] |
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| Waterfront 1 |
Chair: |
Bello A Salim, Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (Nigeria) |
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Assessment policy in Hong Kong: Implementation issues for new forms of assessment
Jacqueline Kin-Sang Chan, Kerry J Kennedy, Flora Wai-Ming Yu and Ping-Kwan Fok
The Hong Kong Institute of Education, Hong Kong SAR |
[see Abstract]
[see Paper] |
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Pre-emptive formative assessment
David Carless
University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR |
[see Abstract]
[see Paper] |
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Taking learning objects in new directions: Models for assessment
Susan Atkins and Gayl O’Connor
Curriculum Corporation Australia, Australia |
[see Abstract]
[see Paper] |
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| Waterfront 2 |
Chair: |
Chan Kwok Leong, Hwa Chong Institution (Singapore) |
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Reporting results of national assessment: Uganda experience
Sylvia Acana
Uganda National Examinations Board, Uganda |
[see Abstract]
[see Paper] |
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Accommodating learners with special educational needs in Botswana: A challenge to educational psychologists and special educators
MA Okumbe
University of Botswana, Botswana |
[see Abstract]
[see Paper] |
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Assessment reform in basic education in Hong Kong: The emergence of assessment for learning
Flora Wai-Ming Yu, Kerry J Kennedy, Ping-Kwan Fok and Jacqueline Kin-Sang Chan
The Hong Kong Institute of Education, Hong Kong SAR |
[see Abstract]
[see Paper] |
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| Waterfront 3 |
Chair: |
Jan Wiegers, Cito, Dutch National Institute for Educational Measurement (The Netherlands) |
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Investigating and comparing the item parameter drift in the mathematics anchor/trend items in TIMSS between Singapore and the United States
Amery D Wu, Zhen Li, Siok Leng Ng and Bruno D Zumbo
The University of British Columbia, Canada |
[see Abstract]
[see Paper] |
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National assessment of basic competencies in Hungary
Ildikó Balázsi
SuliNova Kht., Center for Evaluation Studies, Hungary |
[see Abstract]
[see Paper] |
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The role of questioning prompts in conversation: A study of pupils’ performance in a secondary school EL oral assessment
Arzami Bin Salim
Innova Junior College, Singapore |
[see Abstract]
[see Paper] |
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| 1030 - 1115 |
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Coffee Break |
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| 1115 - 1245 |
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Paper Presentation Session 2 |
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| Riverfront |
Chair: |
Graham Orpwood, York/Seneca Institute for Mathematics, Science & Technology Education (Canada) |
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Awarding in the 21st century - A virtual model
Carolyn Adams
Assessment and Qualifications Alliance, UK |
[see Abstract]
[see Paper] |
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Predicting final grade distribution of examination results – Selection of sample scripts
Hugh McManus
State Examinations Commission, Ireland |
[see Abstract]
[see Paper] |
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Establishing new assessment standards in the context of curriculum change
Obioma Godswill
Nigerian Educational Research Council, Nigeria |
[see Abstract]
[see Paper] |
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| Waterfront 1 |
Chair: |
Dibu Ojerinde, National Examinations Council (Nigeria) |
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Practice and challenges of school-based formative assessment
Lo Yiu Chun
The Hong Kong Institute of Education, Hong Kong SAR |
[see Abstract]
[see Paper] |
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Giving students a voice in science practical assessments
Tan Aik Ling and Phillip A Towndrow
National Institute of Education, Singapore |
[see Abstract]
[see Paper] |
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A critique of paper-and-pencil secondary one mathematics semestral assessment papers
Yeo Kai Kow Joseph
National Institute of Education, Singapore |
[see Abstract]
[see Paper] |
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| Waterfront 2 |
Chair: |
John Izard, RMIT University (Australia) |
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The effects of inclusion of native speakers' writing samples on the domain scoring accuracy of automated essay scoring of writing submitted by Taiwanese English Language learners
Paul Edelblut and Cathy Mikulas
Vantage Learning, USA |
[see Abstract]
[see Paper] |
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What does it mean for a test to be at a particular level? The need for indicative cut scores
José Noijons
Cito, Dutch National Institute for Educational Measurement, The Netherlands |
[see Abstract]
[see Paper] |
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Using the results of the entrance examinations to the universities during the examinations to the master degree
M Abbaszade and R Huseynov
State Students Admission Commission, Azerbaijan Republic |
[see Abstract]
[see Paper] |
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| Waterfront 3 |
Chair: |
John Pitman, University of Queensland (Australia) |
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Authentic assessment through innovative project work in Jurong Secondary School
Hoe Wee Meng and Irene Tong
Jurong Secondary School, Singapore |
[see Abstract]
[see Paper] |
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Redesigning lower secondary Design & Technology curriculum and assessment…A modular approach @ Beatty
Toh Pei Ling, Ng Kok Vei Christopher and Tan Soon Chew
Beatty Secondary School, Singapore |
[see Abstract]
[see Paper] |
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Assessment for learning: An Australian study in middle schooling
Claire Wyatt-Smith and Susan Bridges
Griffith University, Australia |
[see Abstract]
[see Paper] |
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| 1245 - 1400 |
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Lunch [1] |
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| 1400 - 1530 |
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Paper Presentations Session 3
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| Riverfront |
Chair: |
Lucy Steward, Caribbean Examinations Council (West Indies) |
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Giving candidates a fairer deal in examinations and tests through electronic marking
Graham Hudson
DRS Data Services Ltd, UK |
[see Abstract]
[see Paper] |
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Onscreen marking: Introduction strategy and examiner response
David Haggie
RM PLC, UK |
[see Abstract]
[see Paper] |
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Fostering communities of practice in examining: A rationale for developing the use of new technologies in support of examiners
Andrew Watts
Cambridge Assessment, UK |
[see Abstract]
[see Paper] |
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| Waterfront 1 |
Chair: |
Rory Fowler, Stephen Austin & Sons (UK) |
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Quality management of school-based assessments: Moderation of teacher judgments
Graham Maxwell
Graham Maxell Consulting, Australia |
[see Abstract]
[see Paper] |
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Teacher-based assessment at the upper secondary level of education ? An exploration of the interaction between ‘Teachers as Assessors’ and ‘Teachers as Moderators’
Mercurio Antonio Mario
Senior Secondary Assessment Board of South Australia, Australia |
[see Abstract]
[see Paper] |
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Can statistical and qualitative modes of moderation co-exist in a model for the quality assurance of school-based assessment – a South African perspective
SNP Sishi and RR Poliah
Department of Education, South Africa |
[see Abstract]
[see Paper] |
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| Waterfront 2 |
Chair: |
Lee Kah Chuen, Ministry of Education (Singapore) |
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Teachers’ and students’ experiences of standards-based assessment in New Zealand
David Philips
New Zealand Qualifications Authority, New Zealand |
[see Abstract]
[see Paper] |
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Views of assessment, learning and mind: Exploring the links and the implications for emerging trends and perspectives in assessment
Jannette Elwood
Queen’s University Belfast, UK |
[see Abstract]
[see Paper] |
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The predictive validity of an university admissions test: A survival analysis approach
Alvin Visser and Monique Hanslo
University of Cape Town, South Africa |
[see Abstract]
[see Paper] |
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| Waterfront 3 |
Chair: |
Martyn Roan, DRS Data Services Ltd (UK) |
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Redesigning the CEM mathematics diagnostic tests as developmental assessment instruments
Ma Angeles A Sampang and Jason Moseros
Center for Educational Measurement, Inc, Philippines |
[see Abstract]
[see Paper] |
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Reasoning with evidence – Development of a scale
Jim Ridgway, Sean McCusker, James Nicholson
University of Durham, UK |
[see Abstract]
[see Paper] |
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Instability of person misfit and ability estimates subject to assessment modality
Alexandra Petridou and Julian Williams
University of Manchester, UK |
[see Abstract]
[see Paper] |
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| 1530 - 1615 |
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Coffee Break |
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| 1615 - 1715 |
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Paper Presentations Session 4 |
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| Riverfront |
Chair: |
Peter Knapp, Educatio |
