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Naplan Strikes Again!

March28

The Australian Naplan testing is early in Term 2, from May 15th-17th. Click here for the testing schedule. Parents, students and teachers should be aware that this testing is not about content and it is rather futile to think that you can “swat” for Naplan. I have found that referring some students to previous Naplan tests can quickly discourage them if there are gaps in their learning, or if topics or themes in Naplan have not yet been covered in class (or were covered before but forgotten). For other students, looking at previous Naplan tests gives them a good idea of the kinds of questions that will be asked. If a student is actively engaged in things mathematical, then Naplan is actually quite a “fun” challenge. Click here for sample test papers.

For the Numeracy testing, NAPLAN measures the achievement of students in numeracy. The main reference for numeracy as well as mathematical knowledge, skills and understanding is the Statements of Learning for Mathematics (MCEECDYA 2006). This document identifies five broadly defined and inter-related aspects of mathematics curricula that are considered essential and common: number; algebra, function & pattern; measurement, chance & data; space; and working mathematically (eg knowing, applying and reasoning). (extract from the Naplan website). This blog is also designed to engage students in these key areas of Numeracy.

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