Become an Assessment Expert
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You will learn to develop your own teaching and assessment practices through concrete and effective examples.
Collaborative approach
The course is a combination learning in small groups, sharing with colleagues, individual reflection and active learning.
Broad understanding
You'll gain a comprehensive picture of the versatility and diversity of assessment from the viewpoints of research data, theory and practice.
Finnish expertise
The course is designed by two highly respected Finnish education professionals specialized in assessment: Najat Ouakrim-Soivio (PhD in Education and PhL) and Pekka Peura (MSc).
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8 quality lessons
Online lessons give you a solid understanding of the various aspects of assessment and prepare you for team activities. Enhance your teaching skills and make a difference in your students’ learning journey!
Effective learning
Study in teams of 3 to 5 to truly challenge your thinking about assessment, teaching, learning and being a teacher.
Certificate of completion
Showcase your professional development with a certificate of completion by Finnish expert organizations Eduamo and Polar Partners.
Flexible professional development
Learning content is available for your team online allowing you to decide when and where you want to learn.
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Become an assessment expert
A unique online training to gain concrete tools to develop your assessment skills. Take the first step of becoming an assessment expert today!
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I really like it. I loved the examples and samples of assessments. I like to know creative methods to assess.
This course was very thorough in explaining the concepts. The group activities are great because they allow for a space to collaborate between different levels, subjects, and methodologies.
Very good course, very interesting. I learned a lot. The major strenght of this course is how dynamic it is.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is this course for?
The course is beneficial for class and subject teachers, special education teachers, vocational education teachers, principals, teacher trainers, those working in educational administration and anyone interested in developing teachers' assessment competence.
This online course is designed to strengthen the assessment understanding, skills, and competence of both individual teachers and the entire work community. This course is perfect for educators who want to enhance their assessment skills and strategies. Whether you’re a seasoned teacher or just starting your career in education, this course will provide you with valuable insights and practical techniques to become an assessment expert. The course is designed to be completed in teams of 3-5 teachers and it is suitable for the whole teaching staff.
This online course is designed to strengthen the assessment understanding, skills, and competence of both individual teachers and the entire work community. This course is perfect for educators who want to enhance their assessment skills and strategies. Whether you’re a seasoned teacher or just starting your career in education, this course will provide you with valuable insights and practical techniques to become an assessment expert. The course is designed to be completed in teams of 3-5 teachers and it is suitable for the whole teaching staff.
What will I learn?
Throughout this course, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of assessment strategies and learn how to effectively implement them in your teaching practice. This course delves into the anatomy of assessment, exploring it as a social phenomenon and its various tasks, and emphasizes the importance of self-assessment and peer feedback. It also promotes assessment as a collaborative effort, focusing on creating assessment partnerships and developing the assessment competence of a work community. Studying in teams allows you to share experiences and learn from other educators.
How long does the course take to complete?
This course is designed with the busy schedule of educators in mind. We suggest dedicating 1-2 hours per week for the studies but the online materials allow full flexibility. With the suggested pace, it requires only 4-8 hours per month over a period of three months to complete the course and get your certificate.
How can I enroll?
Individual teachers can click the Enroll button and pay the course with their credit card. To get the most out of the course, gather 2-4 like-minded colleagues to enroll with you.
How can I purchase the training for my school?
Individual purchases can be made directly through this page. Schools can purchase the course for their teachers by contacting our team through this page or sending an email to info@polarpartners.fi. Additional services such as a customized course page with a private discussion area are also available for schools and larger groups.
"Assessment is at the core of teaching and learning. Successful assessment work and a jointly created systematic assessment culture are the pillars of successful teaching and a well-functioning school."
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"Teachers develop real assessment skills over time, as part of their work. The desire to improve assessment skills grows when what they learn from the course is used in daily teaching. This course inspires teachers to do that."
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