The document discusses the NAPLAN testing in Australia, addressing its impact on students and parents. It includes mixed opinions, with some parents supporting the assessments for benchmarking learning, while others criticize it as unhelpful and divisive. It also highlights the importance of peer assessment in enhancing students' knowledge and collaboration skills.

1. NAPLAN An Investigation by Kate Callaghan, Courtney Tadgell and Jo Gorman

2. DoL 4: Complex Reasoning Process of Investigation This helped us to organise our information using a graphic organiser.

3. Curriculum Corporation “ Hey lets test all Aussie kids on the same thing!” “ That’s a great idea! Then we can compare the results and the dumbest state shouts the bar tab at the next Curriculum Corporation meeting!”

4. PMI We hear you! Example PMI: Chocolate Plus Minuses Interesting points Nice taste. Melts in your mouth. Lots of variety. 99% fat full! Easy to eat. Can’t say no! Made from a bean. White, milk & dark. Easy to CRAVE!

5. How will I survive 3 days of TESTING!!!!

6. Monitor students’ progression

7. What Do People Already Know? It is a National Test for students in years 3, 5, 7 and 9. Tested on reading, writing. language conventions (spelling, grammar and punctuation) and numeracy

8. My Interviews with concerned parents Johanna Gorman “ I think it is a good thing, having their stage of learning benchmarked in the middle of the primary years, so something can be done to address any weaknesses before it becomes a bit too late” (2008).

9. Parent Opinions “ NAPLAN is a waste of time - it tells me nothing about the development of my child and is used to cement division in our community” ( Robertson , 2009.)

10. GREAT JOB!

11. “ Lets Introduce NAPLAN!” “ Hmm I don’t know..”

12. “ high-stakes standardised testing contravenes credible academic research which shows little benefit to students, schools and education systems” The AEU says:

13. “ Does that mean I’m exempt?” “ Or me?”

14. “ There will be NO talking during this test!”

15. Benefits of peer assessment Broadening their knowledge and understanding as a result of the wide response they would receive in regards to the work produced. The opportunity to critically appraise others’ work and in turn develop social and academic skills. Extends students’ understanding and ability to work collaboratively with others.

16. Information Brochure

17. Consider both the Pros and Cons before making a decision! = +

18. Tell us what YOU think!

19. NAPLAN