Self and Peer Assessment Techniques

This workshop provides a series of novel techniques which can be applied to some of the more difficult areas of learning in science such as calculations and particulate nature of matter. Chris Baker illustrates how the techniques can be linked with motivational learning strategies such as co-operative learning at all levels from KS3 to A Level.

The workshops will cover the following:

• Using peer assessment to improve students' expertise in scientific calculations
• Peer assessment and Science in the News
• Self and peer assessment techniques for HSW
• Linking self and peer assessment with co-operative learning to improve understanding of difficult concepts

Workshops at:

Bristol, 11 November 2009
London, 12 November 2009
Manchester, 7 December 2009

Course Leader

Chris Baker is a provider of high quality INSET.  Chris is particularly renowned for training in the areas of assessment for learning and co-operative learning.