In-person Workshops


Introduction to the BSSS Ethical Research Principles and Guidelines

This course introduces teachers to the Ethical Research Principles and Guidelines. It provides guidance on implementation in schools and broader information about ethical research methods in various disciplines.

Date: Tuesday 2 July 9:00am - 12:00pm

Venue: Level 1 Building B, Callam Offices Easty Street, Phillip

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New to Leadership in ACT Senior Secondary System

This course is for educators new to leadership positions in the ACT Senior Secondary System.

Date: Thursday 25 July 1:00 - 4:00pm

Venue: Level 1 Building B, Callam Offices Easty Street, Phillip

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Introduction to the ACT Senior Secondary System

This workshop gives an overview of our system in an interactive and small group environment. There is the opportunity to ask questions. All teachers new to the senior secondary system are welcome.

Date: Monday 29 July 9:00am - 3:00pm

Venue: Level 1 Building B, Callam Offices Easty Street, Phillip

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Artificial Intelligence in Senior Secondary Schools

Educators wanting to learn the basics of how students and teachers can use generative AI such as ChatGPT and its implications in the ACT Senior Secondary School System.

Date: Wednesday 31 July 9:00am - 12:00pm

Venue: Level 1 Building B, Callam Offices Easty Street, Phillip

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Surveying Scaling

This workshop focuses on the way in which assessment is compared across subjects and across colleges through scaling. It will also cover the importance of accurate meshing and using discriminating assessment items. A knowledge of certification processes is required for teachers attending this workshop.

Date: Tuesday 13 August 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Venue: Level 1 Building B, Callam Offices Easty Street, Phillip

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Quality Assessment Guidelines Workshop

For teachers wanting to deepen their understanding of the requirements of the BSSS Quality Assessment Guidelines

Date: Friday 16 August 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Venue: Level 1 Building B, Callam Offices Easty Street, Phillip

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Introduction to the English Framework

For educators new to ACT Senior Secondary System looking for English specific understanding of curriculum and assessment.

Date: Tuesday 10 September 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Venue: Level 1 Building B, Callam Offices Easty Street, Phillip

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Designing a Program of Learning

For educators in the ACT Senior Secondary System looking for support and guidance to create an effective Program of Learning to best meet curriculum and assessment requirements.

Date: Monday 16 September 9:00am - 12:00pm

Venue: Level 1 Building B, Callam Offices Easty Street, Phillip

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Introduction to the Arts Framework

For educators new to ACT Senior Secondary System looking for Art specific understanding of curriculum and assessment.

Date: Wednesday 18 September 9:00am - 12:00pm

Venue: Level 1 Building B, Callam Offices Easty Street, Phillip

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Writing Rubrics Workshop

This workshop focuses on robust principles which underpin the generation of rubrics to accurately assess learning and provide students with guidance about the marking process. There will be an opportunity to apply the principles of good rubric writing to actual tasks.

Date: Friday 20 September 9:00am - 12:00pm

Venue: Level 1 Building B, Callam Offices Easty Street, Phillip

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Introduction to the Technologies Framework

This workshop is for Technologies teachers and school leaders. It will allow teachers to explore the Framework and the courses under the Framework. Teachers will get the opportunity to consider the learning and assessment requirements of courses under the Framework.

Date: Monday 23 September 1:00 - 4:00pm

Venue: Level 1 Building B, Callam Offices Easty Street, Phillip

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Introduction to the Health, Outdoor and Physical Education Framework

This workshop is for H.O.P.E. teachers and school leaders. It will allow teachers to explore the Framework and the courses under the Framework. Teachers will get the opportunity to consider the learning and assessment requirements of courses under the Framework.

Date: Thursday 26 September 1:00 - 4:00pm

Venue: Level 1 Building B, Callam Offices Easty Street, Phillip

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Introduction to the Commerce Framework

For educators new to ACT Senior Secondary System looking for Commerce specific understanding of curriculum and assessment.

Date: Wednesday 16 October 1:00 - 4:00pm

Venue: Level 1 Building B, Callam Offices Easty Street, Phillip

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Introduction to the ACT Senior Secondary System

This workshop gives an overview of our system in an interactive and small group environment. There is the opportunity to ask questions. All teachers new to the senior secondary system are welcome.

Date: Thursday 17 October 9:00am - 3:00pm

Venue: Level 1 Building B, Callam Offices Easty Street, Phillip

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Sharing a Program of Learning

This workshop is designed for educators in the ACT Senior Secondary System using BSSS inspired Program of learning template and curriculum documents willing to share best practice.

Date: Wednesday 13 November 1:00 - 4:00pm

Venue: Level 1 Building B, Callam Offices Easty Street, Phillip

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