PLACE PLACEMENT MODERATION STATEMENTMENT

MODERATION STATEMENT

PURPOSE
The Placement Moderation Statement is a record of the moderation process. It supports stakeholders in consistent decision-
making and reporting in relation to Pre-Service Teacher achievement on placement. The moderation process contributes to
the Teaching Performance Assessment in determining Pre-Service Teachers preparedness for the profession.

The aim is to moderate Pre-Service Teacher achievement on placement:

 in relation to placement teaching requirements and qualities required of the Pre-Service Teacher
 in alignment with Australian Professional Standards for Teachers domains at the graduate level, as detailed on the
UniSA Graduate Rubric
 with consideration of the achievement criteria in the final report written by the Supervising Teacher/s

INSTRUCTIONS
The Placement Moderation Statement is facilitated and completed by the University Supervisor in the final week of the final
placement and involves:

 20-minute observation of the Pre-Service Teacher teaching by the University Supervisor

 Discussion between the Supervising Teacher, Pre-Service Teacher & University Supervisor (concurrently or
separately, depending on circumstances)
 Viewing the UniSA Graduate Rubric self-assessment undertaken by Pre-Service Teacher pre-visit in discussion with
their Supervising Teacher/s and to be provided to the University Supervisor prior to the observation
 University Supervisor to indicate under domains of Australian Professional Standards for Teachers as satisfactory,
good or outstanding (prepared for the profession), unsatisfactory or borderline (combination of satisfactory/
unsatisfactory).
 University Supervisor to complete summary comment and sign.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE DETAILS

PRESERVICE TEACHER: Tia Langston UNIVERSITY ID: 110229730

COURSE NAME: Professional Experience 4:Teaching as an Inquirer
SITE NAME: Highgate Primary School
SITE COORDINATOR: Emily Roberts
SUPERVISING TEACHER/S: Amy Coxon
UNIVERSITY SUPERVISOR: Larry Spry
DATE OF MODERATION OBSERVATION AND DISCUSSION: 14/9/2020

University Supervisor is to upload signed Placement Moderation Statement to InPlace under Pre-Service Teacher’s
name.
To be completed by the University Supervisor based on observation of Pre-Service Teacher and/ or discussion with
Supervising Teacher/s and Pre-Service Teacher. Please tick relevant box.
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PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE UNSATISFACTORY SATISFACTORY GOOD OUTSTANDING

Standard 2: Know the content and how to teach

2.5 Know and understand literacy and numeracy teaching
strategies and their application in teaching areas. ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐
2.6 Implement teaching strategies for using ICT to expand
curriculum learning opportunities for students. ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐

PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE UNSATISFACTORY SATISFACTORY GOOD OUTSTANDING

Standard 3: Plan for & implement effective teaching and learning

3.3 Include a range of teaching strategies.
☐ ☐ ☒ ☐
3.5 Demonstrate a range of verbal and nonverbal
communication strategies to support student engagement. ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐
Standard 4: Create and maintain supportive & safe learning environments
4.2 Demonstrate the capacity to organise classroom
activities and provide clear directions. ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐
4.3 Demonstrate knowledge of practical approaches to
manage challenging behaviour. ☐ ☐ ☐ ☒
4.4 Describe strategies that support students’ wellbeing and
safety working within school and/or system, curriculum and
legislative requirements.
☐ ☐ ☒ ☐

4.5 Demonstrate an understanding of the relevant issues

and the strategies available to support the safe, responsible and
ethical use of ICT in learning and teaching.
☐ ☐ ☒ ☐

Summary Comment
(context of observation and discussion, year levels, learning areas - if applicable, teaching strengths, areas for development)

I observed Tia teaching a “Year 7 reading and literacy lesson ” & it was plainly obvious
the lesson was extremely well -planned , that it was part of a learning sequence that she
had established & that Tia was keen for all learners to be involved , focussed and
successful. Tia adopted a friendly and engaging manner to connect with all the students
and when needed had a directive tone to ensure all were on task , followed class rules
and maintained focus. Movement around the classroom was a positive way of connecting
with all students either on a 1:1 basis or as a whole class group , it also enabled for
positive and proactive feedback to be delivered to the class. The lesson observed
displayed a sound content knowledge based on AC appropriate for year level & was
supported by the use of ICT e.g. IWB & prepared support scaffolding of lesson content
,schedule and ideas .There was a clear articulation of challenging and differentiated
learning goals being communicated to all students using a broad range of inclusive
strategies . The key to Tia’s success was the professional manner in which she interacted
with all students at all times displaying a warmth & caring attitude to ensuring they were
being successful in their learning . Overall the teaching and learning on show
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during the observation was sound, and reflected the amount of commitment, planning and
focus that Tia has put into this teaching practicum.
This Placement Moderation Statement affirms University Supervisor and Supervising Teacher/s assessment of the Pre-Service Teacher’s current stage
of development.
University Supervisor signature: Date:
Larry Spry UniSA 14/9/
2020

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