Assessment is for Learning
Glossary
This glossary explains terms used in AifL - Assessment is for Learning. It is not intended to be exhaustive in educational terms, nor does it include an explanation of every word used in the case study extracts. Instead, it seeks to clarify meanings in order to remove potential barriers to understanding and help the reader to appreciate the messages intended more fully.
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| HGIOS (How Good is Our School?) | A self-evaluation publication produced for schools by HMIE. Based on a set of quality indicators, it aims to assist teachers, headteachers and education authority officials in achieving quality assurance for schools. Four parts cover a step-by-step approach to school evaluation, practical guidance and case studies, the quality indicators, and further sources of advice. |
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| Higher-order question | A question designed to promote higher-order, independent thought. Responses are expected to be reflective and require thinking time. Questions like this are also known as 'fat' or 'open' questions. |
| Hotseating | A process where a pupil sits on a particular chair or seat to answer questions, and his or her responses become the basis for assessment by the teacher and/or other pupils. This can be a means of revealing pupils' knowledge and understanding, before, during or after a series of lessons on a given subject. |
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