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Observational Assessment - How to Assess Effectively through Observation to Support Learning and Behavioural Management

Observational Assessment
Two-day course

Professional development · 2 days

Observational Assessment

How to Assess Effectively through Observation to Support Learning and Behavioural Management

About the course

The two-day course will review the principles of systematic observation, and define the parameters of observational assessment. Evidence-based features of observational assessment will be explored as well as the key attributes required in an observer.

Common observational tools such as frequency and duration recording, time-sampling and Behavioural Observation of Students in Schools will be covered with hands on practice, and discussion on when and how to use them. Participants will develop their own criteria (e.g., checklists, rubrics) for observational assessment based on skills and behaviours they wish to observe in their students. The relationship between observational assessment and formative assessment will also be explored through practical examples.

Tools covered, with hands-on practice

01Frequency and duration recording
02Time-sampling
03Behavioural Observation of Students in Schools
04Your own criteria: checklists, rubrics

Learning Outcomes

Participants will be able to:

1

develop an understanding of the value of observation as a mode of authentic assessment, that may be fully integrated into learning and one that enables multiple assessment opportunities

2

be able to use different assessment instruments to record observations

3

apply observational assessment to a range of different learning contexts

4

use observational assessment as a mode of formative assessment

Target Audience

Teachers from special education schools (SPED), Special Educational Needs Officers.

Mainstream teachers working with students with SEN, teachers with an interest in “alternative” assessment

Assess what you see. Support how they learn.

About the Presenter: 

Mr Simon Reynolds

Mr Simon Reynolds is a Senior Consultant at Principals Academy with expertise in curriculum development and implementation, pedagogy and assessment and special education. He was a deputy director at the Curriculum Planning and Development Division of the Ministry of Education for 11 years working on curriculum development and effective curriculum implementation through appropriate pedagogy and assessment. Currently, he consults on curriculum design, assessment, and evaluation for Special Education Schools, conducts teacher and parent training for mainstream schools and is as a part-time lecturer and practicum supervisor at the National Institute of Education. He also works on behavioural management and intervention. When time permits, he occasionally returns to the classroom as a relief teacher to keep connected to classroom realities. Mr Reynolds holds Masters Degrees in English Studies and Autism Studies and a Graduate Certificate in Behavioral Analysis. 

Registration Details

Course Code: SR162326

Topic: Observational Assessment - How to Assess Effectively through Observation to Support Learning and Behavioural Management

Presenter(s): Mr Simon Reynolds, Principals Academy

Dates: 11 to 12 Nov 2026 (2-day workshop)

Time: 9.00 am to 5.00 pm

Venue: Orchard Hotel

Closing Date: 16 October 2026, Friday

Workshop Fee: S$490.00 per participant (subject to GST).

Please contact Joseph Loy by email at joseph@pai.sg or telephone: 6363 0330 if you require further information.

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