Wading through exercise books hoping to deliver valuable marking is at times a daunting task. I see around 500 different pupils a fortnight and try to provide them all with regular valid comments, prompts and indicators for them to develop further in their learning. It is a vital task for all teachers to create consistency and quality through marking.
I see marking as a tool to recognise learning and pupil progress. Therefore it needs to provide a useful function for me for diagnostic planning as well as provide valid feedback and direction for pupils.
I attended a superb CPD session on the subject of feedback this week. Marking is one of many ways to provide feedback. To enable pupil growth, this feedback facilitates dialogue. This dialogue needs to be two-way and accessible. Here’s a taste of some of our discussions and conclusions during the CPD:
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