Overview
| Certificate in PDP on Assessment Literacy and Effective Use of Assessment Data in Digital Era | |
|---|---|
| Programme Code | BWP139 |
| Mode of Study | Full-time Block Release |
| Duration | 5 Weeks |
| No. of Cohort(s) | 1 |
| Period of Study | 18 May to 18 June 2026 |
| Venue | Tai Po Campus |
| Programme Leader | Dr Zhu Jinxin |
| Programme Enquiries | Mr Chung 2948 8730 Ms Wong 2948 8027 |
| Programme Video | https://bit.ly/4cJbCAs |
| No. of Credit Points for the programme | 9 credit points |
| Online Application | Please submit your application online at www.eduhk.hk/acadprog/online. Applicants are advised to upload the completed Principal Recommendation Form when submitting their online applications. |
Remarks: This program is an extension of a five-day program (CWP013). The five-week extended program combines theories and practices to provide participants with a solid learning experience aimed at improving their assessment literacy. This includes facilitating the development of assessment literacy among other stakeholders, such as students and parents, in the digital era. The program will also enrich their teaching philosophy, provide practical opportunities for analysing and interpreting assessment results, and enhance their skills in using assessment data for teaching and student learning.
Programme Aims
This programme aims to enhance participants' assessment literacy in the digital era by focusing on developing assessment literacy among stakeholders, promoting techniques in assessment data analysis and interpretation, and utilising digital tools to improve assessment practices. Participants will gain proficiency in designing assessment tasks, analysing assessment data, interpreting results, and using them to inform teaching strategies and improve student learning outcomes in both traditional and digital classrooms. The programme also seeks to promote a shared understanding and awareness of the concept of “assessment for learning” and “assessment as learning” among school practitioners and foster collaboration among stakeholders to enhance teaching and learning effectiveness.
Programme Structure
The programme specifically focuses on developing assessment literacy in the digital era, recognising the importance of enhancing the assessment literacy of all stakeholders within schools. The programme consists of the following courses:
Introduction to Assessment Literacy and Effective Use of Assessment Data (3 credit points)
This course enhances participants’ assessment literacy by critically examining the fundamental functions of educational assessments, diversified assessments, the characteristics of effective assessment tasks, and the ways to make effective use of assessment data, in particular that of paper-and-pencil tests or different assessment methods.
Using Data to Inform Teaching: Principles and Practices (3 credit points)
This course will focus on techniques in assessment data analysis and its practical application in instructional improvement in the digital era. The course will cover the entire data analysis process from basic data cleaning to advanced data analysis. The course will also delve into the utilization of digital tools for assessing student learning, as well as for gathering and analysing assessment data to support data-driven instruction. Participants will gain proficiency in analysing assessment data through various advanced methods (including correlation analysis, regression analysis and Rasch analysis), allowing them to extract valuable insights about students' actual learning outcomes using free (e.g., JASP and ShinyTAM) and commercial software (e.g., SPSS and Winsteps). This will inform appropriate follow-up actions to refine teaching strategies and improve student learning in classrooms. Additionally, the course will cover how to effectively communicate assessment results (including the interpretation of the reports of Academic Value-added Information and Assessment Program for Affective and Social Outcomes) to all stakeholders using a mix of digital and non-digital tools.
Principles and Practices for the Enhancement of Assessment Literacy in the Digital Era (3 credit points)
This course will delve into cutting-edge research and theories aimed at enhancing teachers’ assessment literacy, including the ability to involve students in the assessment process to develop students' assessment literacy, focusing on how to deepen their understanding of assessments and leveraging assessment outcomes for self-directed learning. It will explore the application of digital tools to foster the development of students' assessment literacy and examine contemporary theories concerning teachers' own assessment literacy (particularly focusing on “assessment for learning” and “assessment as learning”) within the digital context.
Medium of Instruction
The medium of instruction is mainly Chinese (Cantonese) and will be supplemented by English where appropriate.
Entrance Requirements
To be eligible for admission, applicants should be:
- in-service curriculum leader of primary/secondary school or panel chair of core subjects, including English Language, Chinese Language and Mathematics (for individual applicants);
- recommended by school principals.
Remarks: For team applicants from the same school, it is required that at least one applicant is a curriculum leader of primary/secondary school or panel chair of core subjects. Priority of admission will be given to schools with a team.
Award
To be awarded a Certificate of Completion, participants must obtain a pass in all assessment tasks required and successfully fulfill the attendance requirements as stipulated by the programme.
Other Information
This Government-funded programme is supported by the Education Bureau (EDB). Schools which release teachers to take this programme are eligible for appointing supply teachers, if deemed necessary. Government and aided schools shall contact the EDB for detailed arrangements. Private and DSS schools shall make their own arrangements for the employment of supply teachers.
Participants who complete our PDPs are eligible to apply for credit transfer if they enroll in our postgraduate programmes. Their applications will be considered on an individual basis.
Remarks: Each school can recommend more than one teacher.
