School Self-Evaluation Seminar for Post-Primary School Principals
2012 Session 1
Overview of seminar Session 1 9.15 – 11.00
SSE : Context and rationale Introduction and overview of School Self-evaluation Guidelines The school self evaluation process ; an overview Reflection - Where are we now?
11.00 – 11.15
Coffee
Session 2
SSE through the lens of Literacy – working through the process Spotlight on Target Setting Reflection – The process in action
11.15 – 12.45 12.45 – 1.45
Lunch
Session 3
SSE through the lens of Numeracy – working through the process Reflection – where to next?
1.45 – 3.15
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Session 1 objectives • To introduce the School Self –Evaluation Guidelines for Post-Primary Schools • To provide a rationale for school self evaluation • To set the context for school self-evaluation • To outline the school self-evaluation process
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Reflection.. What questions do you currently have about planning for and implementing the Self - Evaluation process in your school?
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What is in it for your school? Affirms good practices Inclusive of all voices
Trusts teachers’ professionalism
Improvements in learning
Acknowledges school context
Evidence based judgements The PDST is funded by the Department of Education and Skills under the National Development Plan, 2007-2013
School Selfevaluation
External Evaluation
School Improvement The PDST is funded by the Department of Education and Skills under the National Development Plan, 2007-2013
A reframing of the SDP process 4. Implementation and monitoring
5. Evaluation Gather solid evidence Analyse it 1. Review Make judgements
3. Action Plan
2. Prioritise and set target(s)
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Introducing the Guidelines
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Key Messages • The primary purpose of school self-evaluation is to improve the quality of learner outcomes • School self-evaluation is an internal, reflective process of school review which requires schools to examine their practice honestly and critically • The gathering of evidence to justify and to inform action planning for improvement is a fundamental principle of school self-evaluation The PDST is funded by the Department of Education and Skills under the National Development Plan, 2007-2013
To summarise‌
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Broad requirements • build on the existing SDP process • evaluate the quality of teaching and learning in literacy, numeracy and at least one other aspect of T & L over the four year period from 2012/13 to 2015/16 • write a short SSE report for the area examined • devise a SIP for aspects of practice identified for improvement in the area examined • First SIP to be in place by June 2013 • subject departments set targets to improve outcomes for students in the subject and to support and improve the acquisition of literacy and numeracy skills The PDST is funded by the Department of Education and Skills under the National Development Plan, 2007-2013
The Teaching and Learning Quality Framework
Theme
Teaching & Learning
Learner outcomes
Learner experiences
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Teachers’ practices
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Getting started; using the teaching and learning framework
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The Teaching and Learning Quality Framework
Sub-themes
Theme
Teaching & Learning Learner outcomes
• Attainment of curriculum objectives
Learning experiences • Learning environment • Engagement in learning • Learning to learn
Teachers’ practices • • • •
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Preparation for teaching Teaching approaches Management of students Assessment
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Towards the Six-Step Process : a recap Engage in collaborative staff reflection using Fig 3.3 P. 25 Consider questions on pg. 12 to guide discussion Consult readily available assessment records and results of standardised tests Select subthemes to be evaluated using the evaluation criteria (Chapter 4) Begin the six-step school self-evaluation process through the lens of the subthemes selected The PDST is funded by the Department of Education and Skills under the National Development Plan, 2007-2013
Key steps in the SSE Process Gather evidence
Implement and monitor improvement plan
Devise a 3-year school improvement plan
Analyse the evidence
Make judgments about strengths and areas for development
Write school selfevaluation report
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Considerations Mixture of data • Quantitative • Qualitative
Triangulation of data Teachers Students Parents BOM DES & SEC SC & HSCL NEPS Other agencies
Gather enough that is relevant and sufficiently informs the line of enquiry in order to avoid overload and facilitate effective analysis
The Teaching and Learning Quality Framework
Theme
Learner outcomes
Evidence
Teaching & Learning Learning experiences
Standardised/ STen scores, CAT, SEC, copies, class tests, attitudinal survey
•Questionnaires •Learning log •Observation
Teachers’ practices
• Focus group • Questionnaires
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• What is this evidence telling us ? • What are our findings? • Any clear areas of strength/areas in need of improvement emerging? • How do our findings fit with our current views? Analyse evidence using evaluation criteria/quality statements
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• Under the subthemes selected, use the relevant evaluation criteria/quality statement based on identified strengths and areas for improvement • Judge overall quality by indicating the school’s current position along the continuum Judgements made against the criteria or quality statements must be based on the information or evidence gathered The PDST is funded by the Department of Education and Skills under the National Development Plan, 2007-2013
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SSE Reports should be no longer than 2 / 3 pages The PDST is funded by the Department of Education and Skills under the National Development Plan, 2007-2013
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Page 68
SSE must result in the setting of specific targets towards action for improvement – keep plans short! The PDST is funded by the Department of Education and Skills under the National Development Plan, 2007-2013
Who? What? When? How?
Building in time for monitoring and review allows for adjustments to be made and ensures SSE is a living process The PDST is funded by the Department of Education and Skills under the National Development Plan, 2007-2013
Provides direction
Provides focus
Inclusive Schools : fundamental principles • Inclusion • Differentiation
• Team Teaching
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One school’s story
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Reflection Take time now to consider your school’s current position with regard to SSE. Discuss and share where you are at and share your experiences or plans.
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Key Messages • The primary purpose of school self-evaluation is to improve the quality of learner outcomes • School self-evaluation is an internal, reflective process of school review which requires schools to examine their practice honestly and critically • The gathering of evidence to justify and to inform action planning for improvement is a fundamental principle of school self-evaluation The PDST is funded by the Department of Education and Skills under the National Development Plan, 2007-2013
School Self-Evaluation Seminar for Post-Primary School Principals
2012 Session 2
Objectives Session 2 • To illustrate the 6 step SSE process through the lens of a literacy example • To provide specific guidance in the area of Target Setting
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Literacy Literacy includes the capacity to read, understand and critically appreciate various forms of communication including spoken language, printed text, broadcast media, and digital media. (Literacy & Numeracy for Learning and Life 2011, p.8)
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Literacy Worked example School Biography • • • • • • •
All girls voluntary secondary school Under the trusteeship of CEIST 700 students 45 teachers Urban 20 feeder-schools Literacy core team in place
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Link Model WHOLE STAFF
SUBJECT DEPARTMENTS Modern Foreign Languages
Business
Science
Careers & SEN
History & Geography Maths
Practical Subjects & PE
SSE Core Team Senior Link Teacher Management Literacy Training The PDST is funded by the Department of Education and Skills SSE Training under the National Development Plan, 2007-2013
English & Irish
Literacy example
Attainment of curriculum objectives
Engagement in learning
Teaching approaches
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What do you want to find out? THEME
Learner Outcomes
Learning experience
SUB-THEME
Attainment of curriculum objectives
Engagement in Learning
Teaching Approaches
QUESTIONS BASED ON EVALUATION CRITERIA
Attainment? Progress? Literacy skills? Attitude to literacy?
Active? Motivated? Collaborative? Independent?
Methods? Resources? ICT?
TOOLS
1. STen scores 2. JC & LC results 3. Students work
4. Questionnaire
5. Questionnaire
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Teachers’ Practice
Guiding staff reflection
Learner outcomes
Students’ overall attainment, with regard to knowledge, understanding and skills in subjects and programmes, has improved significantly in line with targets; and expected outcomes have been achieved Students enjoy learning the subject and have developed appropriate attitudes and dispositions
Learning experiences
Learning settings are safe, well maintained, visually stimulating and supportive of literacy and numeracy Students have access to appropriate materials, including ICT, to support learning Students are enabled to engage actively in a range of suitably challenging, relevant and interesting learning opportunities
Students can meet the literacy and numeracy challenges of the subject
Students are given support as needed
Students at risk of underachieving have made good progress
Students are equipped with tools and skills for learning now and in the future.
Students’ uptake levels and performance in state examinations compares favourably with national norms, within the school context.
Teachers’ practice
Teachers prepare thoroughly for lessons; expected learning outcomes including literacy and numeracy development are clearly stated; and necessary resources are in place Expected learning outcomes are clearly communicated; lessons are suitably paced to enable progression in development of knowledge and skills Teaching is focused, stimulating and relevant. All aspects of the subject, including subjectspecific language, are thoroughly taught All students are respected; high but realistic expectations are communicated; and efforts and achievements are affirmed A range of assessment methods is used effectively to assess progress.
6th class report cards
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2012 1st Year Reading Sten Score Analysis 45% 40% 35% 30% 25% 20%
School
15%
National
10% 5% 0% 1 to 3 (well below average)
4
5 to 6 (average)
7
8 to 10 (well above average)
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Well below average below av
average
average
above av
well above average
School National
Other Assessment Data • What most schools are doing? • Click here for an overview of information on standardised testing in primary & postprimary schools in Ireland. • Link to presentation ………………
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Analysis of State Exams
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Analysis of JC & LC Subject X 80% 70% 60% 50% 40%
School
30%
National
20% 10% 0% JC taking higher JC obtaining LC taking higher LC Obtaining level paper honours grade level paper honours grade The PDST is funded by the Department of Education and Skills under the National Development Plan, 2007-2013
Scanning 6th class report cards • Screen shot of report card • Link to circular
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SEC Chief Examiners Report JC Geography 2011 • Ensure that students are aware of the difference between description, explanation & effects. • To this end students could be encouraged to develop descriptions & explanations both in their class work & homework. The PDST is funded by the Department of Education and Skills under the National Development Plan, 2007-2013
Sample editing/writing checklist devised by the whole staff Satisfactory
Spelling – fewer than 3 errors Punctuation & Grammar – fewer than 3 errors Sequencing (new paragraphs/bullet point used for new ideas in correct order)
Vocabulary (general & subject specific) Clearly used Structure of sentence/answer – full sentences used/answers developed to the standard required by the question.
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Not satisfactory
Samples of student’s work from a range of subjects
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Analysis of students’ written work from a sample across the curriculum 80% 70% 60% 50% 40% 30%
Satisfactory
20%
Not Satisfactory
10% 0%
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Sample questionnaire for students
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Student Survey • • • •
Strengths 50% read for more than 1 hr. 60% reading fiction & magazines Students experience a variety of variety of methodologies. Students are confident working in pairs & groups
Priorities for improvement • Very few students believe that their writing is legible & even fewer edit their own work. • More students prefer to write on facebook than other genres. • A general lack of confidence in speaking in class discussions.
Sample questionnaire for teachers
Click here for survey
Teachers Survey •
• •
•
Strengths 54% of teachers are using comprehension strategies Cooperative learning strategies being used. Use of multiple text types i.e. broadcast & digital media. Clear focused feedback is given to students
Priorities for improvement • Further use of comprehension strategies by all teachers • Agreed success criteria shared with students for improving writing process is clearly needed. • Questioning techniques to improve verbal & written answers.
Activity • Identify strengths and areas for improvement from the evidence you have been allocated • Collate strengths and areas for improvement using the diagnostic window
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Consult appropriate evaluation criteria to support your analysis THEME
Learner Outcomes
Learning Experiences
Teachers’ Practice
SUBTHEME
Attainment of curriculum objectives
Engagement in learning
Teaching approaches
Evaluation criteria
p. 30
p. 34
p. 40
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Checking In • Recording findings, strengths and areas for improvement • Benchmarking the findings for the identified themes/subthemes with the relevant evaluation criteria/quality statement
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Targets
Improvement targets may relate to any aspect of pupils’ achievement, including their knowledge, skills and their attitudes. ( SSE Guidelines p.61 )
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SMART Targets • Specific - focus on student learning outcomes • Measurable –clear and precise • Attainable - reflect ability and needs of studentsappropriately challenging / ambitious • Realistic – to both school context, baseline data and specific actions • Timed - allowing time for planned actions to be implemented
Language of targets To increase
To meet
To cut
To raise
To expand
To decrease
To reduce
To complete
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A useful formula ‌ Verb
Thing affected
From (baseline)
Level intended
By (date)
An example: To increase (verb) the percentage of pupils taking higher level english(thing effected) from 60% (baseline) to 65% (level intended) by the end of year 1 (date), 70% by the end of year 2 and 75% by the end of year 3. TARGETS NEED TO REFLECT A SCHOOLS INTENTION TO IMPROVE ON ITS PREVIOUS BEST The PDST is funded by the Department of Education and Skills under the National Development Plan, 2007-2013
Baseline
Target .
Action
Success Criteria .
School Improvement Plan • Image of report
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Who? What? When? How?
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One school’s story
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Reflect and discuss In what way has this activity developed your understanding of • use of evaluation methods/tools • data analysis and interpretation • writing an SSE report • devising a school improvement plan to include targets?
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Key Messages • The primary purpose of school self-evaluation is to improve the quality of learner outcomes • School self-evaluation is an internal, reflective process of school review which requires schools to examine their practice honestly and critically • The gathering of evidence to justify and to inform action planning for improvement is a fundamental principle of school self-evaluation The PDST is funded by the Department of Education and Skills under the National Development Plan, 2007-2013
School Self-Evaluation Seminar for Post-Primary School Principals 2012
Session 3
Objectives Session 3 • To consolidate the six step SSE process through the lens of a numeracy example • To provide participants with an opportunity to reflect on and consider next steps
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Numeracy Numeracy encompasses the ability to use mathematical understanding and skills to solve problems and meet the demands of day-to-day living in complex social settings. (Literacy & Numeracy for Learning and Life 2011, p.8) The PDST is funded by the Department of Education and Skills under the National Development Plan, 2007-2013
Numeracy worked example School Biography • • • • • •
DEIS Mixed Urban 300 students 15% EAL students TY & LCA
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Link Model WHOLE STAFF
SUBJECT DEPARTMENTS Modern Foreign Languages
Business
Science
Careers & SEN
History & Geography Maths
Practical Subjects
SSE Core Team
Link Teacher
Senior Management The PDST is funded by the Department of Education and Skills Numeracy Training SSE Training under the National Development Plan, 2007-2013
English & Irish
Numeracy example
Attainment of curriculum objectives
Engagement in learning
Teaching approaches
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What do you want to find out? THEME
Learner Outcomes
Learning experience
SUB-THEME
Attainment of curriculum objectives
Engagement in Learning
Teaching Approaches
QUESTIONS BASED ON EVALUATION CRITERIA
Attainment? Progress? Numeracy skills? Attitude to numeracy?
Active? Motivated? Collaborative? Independent?
Methods? Consistency? Whole school approach?
TOOLS
1. CAT scores 2. JC & LC results 3. Maths CRT
4. Questionnaire
5. Focus group with numeracy schedule prompt question
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Teachers’ Practice
Guiding Staff Reflection
Learner outcomes
Students’ overall attainment, with regard to knowledge, understanding and skills in subjects and programmes, has improved significantly in line with targets; and expected outcomes have been achieved Students enjoy learning the subject and have developed appropriate attitudes and dispositions
Learning experiences
Learning settings are safe, well maintained, visually stimulating and supportive of literacy and numeracy Students have access to appropriate materials, including ICT, to support learning Students are enabled to engage actively in a range of suitably challenging, relevant and interesting learning opportunities
Students can meet the literacy and numeracy challenges of the subject
Students are given support as needed
Students at risk of underachieving have made good progress
Students are equipped with tools and skills for learning now and in the future.
Students’ uptake levels and performance in state examinations compares favourably with national norms, within the school context.
Teachers’ practice
Teachers prepare thoroughly for lessons; expected learning outcomes including literacy and numeracy development are clearly stated; and necessary resources are in place Expected learning outcomes are clearly communicated; lessons are suitably paced to enable progression in development of knowledge and skills Teaching is focused, stimulating and relevant. All aspects of the subject, including subjectspecific language, are thoroughly taught All students are respected; high but realistic expectations are communicated; and efforts and achievements are affirmed A range of assessment methods is used effectively to assess progress.
Analysis of CAT scores 30% 25% 20% 15%
School National
10%
5% 0% <74
74 to 82 to 89 to 97 to 104 to 12 to 19 to 126+ 81 88 96 103 111 118 126 The PDST is funded by the Department of Education and Skills under the National Development Plan, 2007-2013
Well below average…………………………….average….…………………………… well above average
School National
Analysis of State Exams
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Analysis of JC & LC Maths 90%
82%
79%
80% 70% 60%
48%
50%
50%
50%
School
40% 30% 20% 10%
22%
22% 7%
0% JC taking higher JC obtaining LC taking higher LC obtaining level paper honours grade level paper honours grade The PDST is funded by the Department of Education and Skills under the National Development Plan, 2007-2013
National
Maths Criterion Referenced Test Bar chart showing the percentage of students who answered questions correctly 120% 100%
80%
Target: 80% of cohort to achieve proficiency
Target: 60% of cohort to achieve proficiency
60% 40%
20% 0%
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Sample questionnaire for students
Click here for survey
Student Survey Strengths • 52% of students like maths • 57% of students check their answers • 79% said there was usually more than one way to work out a problem • Students are engaging in independent & cooperative learning • 81% believe they need maths after school
Priorities for improvement • Only 15% of students felt that teachers had a positive attitude to maths • Only 11% of students said they are good at figuring out questions they have not seen before • 29% of students said they are not good at explaining maths in their own words
Activity â&#x20AC;˘ Identify strengths and areas for improvement from the evidence you have been allocated â&#x20AC;˘ Collate strengths and areas for improvement using the diagnostic window
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Consult appropriate evaluation criteria to support your analysis THEME
Learner Outcomes
Learner Experiences
Teachersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Practice
SUBTHEME
Attainment of curriculum objectives
Engagement in learning
Teaching approaches
Evaluation criteria
p. 30
p. 34
p. 40
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Checking In â&#x20AC;˘ Recording findings, strengths and areas for improvement â&#x20AC;˘ Identifying themes/subthemes emerging from the findings â&#x20AC;˘ Benchmarking the findings for the identified themes/subthemes with the relevant evaluation criteria/quality statement The PDST is funded by the Department of Education and Skills under the National Development Plan, 2007-2013
1.
Introduction
1.1
The focus of the evaluation
1.2
School context
2.
The findings
3.
Progress made on previously-identified improvement targets
4.
Summary of school self-evaluation findings
4.1
Our school has strengths in the following areas: (List the main strengths of the school with regard to teaching and learning))
4.2
Thefollowing areas are prioritised for improvement: (Specify the aspects of teaching and learning that need to be improved)
4.3
The following legislative and regulatory requirements need to be addressed. (Specify the aspects that need to be addressed)
SSE Reports should be no longer than 2 / 3 pages The PDST is funded by the Department of Education and Skills under the National Development Plan, 2007-2013
School Improvement Plan â&#x20AC;˘ Image of report
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Who? What? When? How?
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Broad requirements • build on the existing SDP process • evaluate the quality of teaching and learning in literacy, numeracy and at least one other aspect of T & L over the four year period from 2012/13 to 2015/16 • write a short SSE report for the area examined • devise a SIP for aspects of practice identified for improvement in the area examined • First SIP to be in place by June 2013 • subject departments set targets to improve outcomes for students in the subject and to support and improve the acquisition of literacy and numeracy skills The PDST is funded by the Department of Education and Skills under the National Development Plan, 2007-2013
A roadmap for the next 4 years Year 1 2012/13
Year 2 2013/14
Literacy Implement SIP for Gather evidence Literacy SIP in place by June 2013 Numeracy Gather evidence SIP in place by June 2014
Year 3 2014/15
Year 4 2015/16
Implement SIP for Numeracy
Implement SIP for other area
Continue to implement and monitor SIP for Literacy
Continue to implement and monitor SIP for Literacy and SIP for Numeracy
Other Area Gather evidence SIP in place by June 2015
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One schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s story
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Reflect … what next? In light of today’s seminar what actions do you need consider in the • short term • medium term • long term?
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Remaining Questions
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Link Teacher Seminar
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SSE: Support for schools Department of Education and Skills: Inspectorate
www.schoolself-evaluation.ie
www.pdst.ie
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Support yourselves • Plan for SSE – link it to your existing school improvement agenda • Integrate SSE into the day to day life of your school • Allow time • Share the tasks • Acknowledge your context The PDST is funded by the Department of Education and Skills under the National Development Plan, 2007-2013
SSE: What’s in it for schools? • SSE affirms what is already working • SSE ensures that plans for improvement are rooted in evidence • SSE trusts and supports teachers as professionals • SSE acknowledges school context • SSE provides schools with a logical review framework • SSE is inclusive of all voices • SSE can significantly improve student learning “Self –evaluation is the crucial mechanism for achieving any kind of school improvement” (MacBeath, 1999:153) The PDST is funded by the Department of Education and Skills under the National Development Plan, 2007-2013
Key Messages • The primary purpose of school self-evaluation is to improve the quality of learner outcomes • School self-evaluation is an internal, reflective process of school review which requires schools to examine their practice honestly and critically • The gathering of evidence to justify and to inform action planning for improvement is a fundamental principle of school self-evaluation The PDST is funded by the Department of Education and Skills under the National Development Plan, 2007-2013
LINKS TO CIRCULARS & DOCUMENTS 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.
National Strategy for Literacy & Numeracy Summary of Strategy Department Circular 0056/2011 (re: transfer of data) Department Circular 0025/2012 (re: implementation of L & N strategy) Report Card Templates (primary school) NCCA Information re analysing standardised tests NEPS resource pack for PP teachers DES approved post-primary assessments
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