AITSL Mail | 14 November?2023

As the end of the year approaches, we share tools and resources that support teachers with their assessment strategies and guide reflections on teaching practice. Also, in this edition of AITSL Mail, we invite you to express your interest in joining our implementation trial to foster cultural responsiveness in schools. ? Plus, catch up on World Teachers’ Day celebration highlights. ?

Join our implementation trial to foster cultural responsiveness in schools

We would like to invite Australian schools to express their interest in participating in an upcoming implementation trial, with the aim of creating positive change in the educational landscape. This trial will focus on evaluating the impact of AITSL's soon-to-be relaunched Intercultural Development Self-Reflection Tool on teacher attitudes, values, and beliefs about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories and living cultures - to ultimately improve understanding for all students. Your personal commitment will be less than two hours but will provide valuable information for the education community. ?

The new and improved tool will be available early in 2024, with the trial to run from February to April. School teams will participate in a short, school-led information session, interact with the tool, and offer feedback through a 15-minute survey and optional focus groups for leaders. ?

To express your school's interest in the trial, follow the link below. ? We look forward to your collaboration and the positive impact we can collectively make in shaping the future of education in Australia.

Register your interest today

Assessment support

Assessment is an essential component of the teaching and learning cycle. If you’re a teacher seeking practical guidance on assessment, we encourage you to explore our tools and resources that make Teacher Standard 5; Assess, provide feedback and report on student learning more visible.

Illustrations of practice

Watch teachers in action, showcasing how teachers work and collaborate in our Illustration of Practice videos. View how teachers address a range of effective assessment initiatives to understand where students are in their learning. Come away with ideas to help you gather evidence of student learning to inform your end of year reporting.

Assessment strategies

Formative assessment

Making accurate and consistent judgements

Classroom Practice Continuum

Teachers always strive to be their best. That's why AITSL provides guidance and practical resources to help make good teachers and school leaders even better. Our Classroom Practice Continuum creates opportunities for self-reflection that enable you to establish directions for continued learning and growth as well as guide your professional learning needs.

Learn more about the Classroom Practice Continuum

World Teachers' Day highlights

We had such a great time celebrating World Teachers’ Day with millions of Australians on Friday 27 October. Check out the heartfelt messages, photos and dance routines on our media wall. ?

Thank you to everyone who joined us in saying Hats Off to the profession that educates, inspires and supports our students.

???Dates for your calendar

14–19 November: Geography Awareness Week

18–26 November: Social Inclusion Week

20 November: World Children's Day

21 November: World Hello Day

27 November: New AITSL Spotlight report released today

1 December: National Water Safety Day

3 December: International Day of People with Disability

5 December: AITSL Mail in your inbox day!

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