Here you will find our regularly updated library of resources to support schools with the implementation of our refreshed Progressive Achievement Tests (PATs).
Contents:
Equity and assessment
In an equitable system, it is recognised that some people are advantaged compared with others – and resourcing or pathways are provided so those without advantages can succeed. When assessment is equitable, no particular group has advantage over another, and achievement cannot be predicted by the cultural, linguistic and socioeconomic backgrounds of learners.
NZCER has conducted work in this space with a refresh of PAT Pāngarau | PAT Mathematics, PAT Pānui | PAT Reading Comprehension and the development of PAT Tuhituhi | PAT Writing.
These refreshed assessments are still the same robustly developed PATs that hundreds of schools across Aotearoa have been using for the last five decades. Results and reporting from refreshed PATs remain comparable with our previous assessments, and schools can still access our comprehensive reporting and support through NZCER Assist.
We have also provided a series of resources for schools to use as they implement and administer PATs - including engaging with ākonga, whānau, community and boards.
Introductory PAT resources for schools
For school use when discussing what PATs are, are not, and how they work when engaging with tamariki, whānau and school boards.
Guides to PAT reports and assessment information
Self-guided modules
Introduction to our refreshed PATs: Webinar recordings
How to administer refreshed PATs: For kaiako
For teacher use as they begin using PATs in the classroom.
PAT Pāngarau | PAT Mathematics:
PAT Tuhituhi | PAT Writing
PAT Pānui | PAT Reading Comprehension
We also have guidance on assessment conditions for diverse learners and English language learners, which you can find here.
Progress monitoring, curriculum mapping and using assessment information