Data for Learning

Data for Learning:

ISB recognises that data can be used to purposefully impact learning and improve student ownership of their own learning through increased engagement.

As such, ISB will have a collaborative, clear, consistent and continuous system that

• Gathers data

• Analyses data

• Uses data at an individual level, class level, teacher level and school wide level to impact learning.

At ISB, we use a variety of tools for Data for Learning. The main two are

Cognitive Ability Testing (CAT4)

The Cognitive Abilities Test (CAT4) is a diagnostic assessment that is designed to help students and their teachers understand how they learn and what their academic potential could be. It assesses how students think in areas that are known to make a difference to learning.

We currently use CAT4 in Grades 11 and 12 to give predictions of potential outcomes in the IBDP. CAT4 profiles:

• Inform students, teachers and parents of potential progress and outcomes

• Allow students to set goals for the IBDP.

• Give teachers information about how students learn best.

For more information on CAT4, click here: CAT4 Testing

For a video explaining CAT4, click here: CAT4 explanation

CAT4 teacher guidance pack