Assessment in Primary Science

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Harlen, W. (2008) Science as a key component of the primary curriculum: a rationale with policy implications. Perspectives on Education 1 (Primary Science), pp4-18. http://dro.dur.ac.uk/9596/1/9596.pdf. Accessed 11th Feb 2019.

 

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Hattie, J. (2008) Visible Learning: a Synthesis of Over 800 Meta-Analyses Relating to Achievement. London: Routledge.

 

Hodgson, C. (2010) Assessment for learning in primary science: Practices and benefits. Available at: http://www.nfer.ac.uk/publications Accessed 16 April 2015.

 

Nuffield Foundation (2012) Developing Policy, Principles and Practice in Primary School Science Assessment, London:Nuffield Foundation.

 

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