Mastering NAPLAN - the Authentic Way
Teachers can integrate NAPLAN preparation naturally into everyday classroom learning.
This series offers concise snapshots and tips focused on "test sophistication" for NAPLAN preparation, specifically targeting Years 3 and 5. Rather than standalone test prep, the course emphasises strategies that can be integrated into regular teaching and learning activities leading up to NAPLAN. It covers Reading, Writing, and Conventions components.
The series is designed to be flexible, allowing teachers to focus on areas where they need additional support or confirmation that their current strategies are effective. The goal is to provide practical, integrated approaches rather than isolated test preparation techniques.
Key chapters show how to:
Introduction
Chapter 1A: NAPLAN Test Sophistication: Strategy Integration to Support NAPLAN Reading, Writing and Conventions Demands
Chapter 1B: Changing Mindset from 'Testing' to 'Showcasing'
Similarities and Differences
Chapter 2: Same, Different: Reading, Writing, Grammar and Conventions
Reading
Chapter 3A: Same - Reading, Everyday Strategy Integration
Chapter 3B: Same - Reading, Comprehension 3-2-1
Chapter 3C: Same - Reading, Comprehension and Vocabulary
Chapter 3D: Different - Reading, Doing Well on Multiple Choice Questions
Chapter 3E: Different - Reading, Using the QAR (Question Answer Response) Strategy
Writing
Chapter 4A: Same - Writing, Everyday Strategy Integration
Chapter 4B: Same - Writing, Writing Rubric
Chapter 4C: Different - Writing, Integrating 'Quickwrites'
Chapter 4D: Same - Writing, Editing for Spelling
Chapter 4E: Same - Writing/ Conventions, Class Editing Chart
Test Sophistication
Chapter 5A: Practice Tests, Test Sophistication
Conclusion
Chapter 5B: Top 5 Most Practical and Effective Strategies
Included:
- 5 chapters
- 12 printable resources
