Publication Date
2016
Subjects
International education, International schools, Mathematics tests, Numeracy, Reading ability, Reading tests, Science tests, Scientific literacy, Test content, Test format, Test reliability, Test use, Test validity, Writing ability, Writing tests, Primary education, Secondary education
Abstract
This is a booklet describing the International Schools' Assessment (ISA), a set of tests used by international schools and schools with an international focus, to monitor student performance over time and to confirm that their internal assessments are aligned with international expectations of performance. The tests are designed and developed by the Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER). The tests address: mathematical literacy, reading, writing and scientific literacy. The booklet outlines: the history of the ISA; the benefits to schools; marking; test validity and reliability; and the schools in each country who are using the tests.
Recommended Citation
Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER). (2016). ISA : International Schools' Assessment. Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER). https://research.acer.edu.au/monitoring_learning/30
Copyright Statement
Copyright Australian Council for Educational Research 2016
Place of Publication
Melbourne Vic
Publisher
Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER)
Included in
Educational Assessment, Evaluation, and Research Commons, International and Comparative Education Commons