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Assessing Children with English as An Additional Language (EAL) : Things to Consider

Audience: Primary Teaching Staff
  • Key Stage 1
  • Key Stage 2

Assessing English as a second language is different from assessing English as a first language. This webinar will guide you through things to consider when assessing pupils with EAL that may impact on their performance, that are not ability related, and look at examples of possible assessment tools.

  • An understanding of English second language assessment theory and tools.
  • An understanding of the importance of the collection of background information and how it can be used to inform assessment.
  • Knowledge of tools to measure progress – formative and summative.

Delegates will gain a confident and knowledgeable approach to assessing pupils who have English as an Additional Language (EAL).

  • Why do we assess?
  • Things to consider when assessing English as a second language
  • Initial assessment
  • Collecting background information
  • Types for assessment – formative and summative
  • A portfolio approach
  • A flexible approach is key

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Product Type:
Recorded Webinar
Product Topic:
Assessment
EAL