Assessment for Learning Tips for Better Preparation of Tips for Better Preparation of NSS Geography Curriculum NSS Geography Curriculum Au-Yeung Wai Yin Cognitio College (Kowloon)

Why Should Assessment for Learning be Implemented? Making learning more meaningful Cater for a wider range of students with more diverse abilities, interests and needs Respond more directly to the needs and aspirations of students

How Could Assessment for Learning be Implemented? Issue- and problem-based enquiry in real-life contexts

4 Key Features ( 1)High quality interactions - thoughtful questions - careful listening - reflective response

4 Key Features 2) Involving students in their learning - group discussion, presentation, question and answer, field study, project learning etc.

4 Key Features 3) Giving timely feedback - feedback on how good the work is and further improvement 4) Sharing criteria - students clear about what is to be learned and what success would be like

What Should Students Learn? promotion of “ learning in life ” and “ learning for life ” cultivation of positive values and attitudes, and the development of a global perspective and civic awareness construction of knowledge

What Should Students Learn? Development of generic skills 4 Cs 1) critical thinking skills 2) communication skills 3) collaboration skills 4) creativity Map and photo interpretation

4 Topics for Investigation 1) Opportunities and Risks — Is it rational to live in hazard-prone areas? - Volcanic eruption in Iceland - Earthquake at Qing Hai

4 Topics for Investigation 2) Weather and Climate - Relationship between climatic hazards and human activities a) drought in China b) dust storm in Hong Kong and China