🔒 Rethinking the non-examined assessment (NEA): Time Well Spent in D&T?
In this thought-provoking episode of Talking D&T, I dive into the controversial topic of assessment in design and technology education, particularly focusing on the Non-Examined Assessment (NEA) at GCSE level in England. Drawing from my recent conversation with Louise and ongoing discussions in the field, I challenge the status quo and present what some might consider a radical view: that the current NEA structure may be wasting precious teaching time.
I explore the potential for shorter, more effective assessments, backed by research dating back to the late 80s and international practices. Highlighting the curriculum and assessment review led by Professor Becky Francis, I discuss the opportunity to revolutionize how we evaluate D&T capability.
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