Assessment
A dual approach to assessment, involving classroom-based assessment across the three years and a final externally-assessed, state-certified examination can enable the appropriate balance between preparing students for examinations and also facilitating creative thinking, engaged learning and better outcomes for students. This approach will recognise and value the different types of learning that take place in schools and will allow for a more rounded assessment of the educational achievements of each young person. You will find the Assessment Guidelines for the Classroom-Based Assessments in music in the Key Documents section.
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Ongoing Assessment arrow_drop_down
Ongoing classroom assessment practices are of crucial importance in supporting student learning and promoting student achievement. Ongoing assessment involves practice that is both formative and summative.
Formative assessment, complemented by summative assessment, is a key feature of the new Junior Cycle. -
Classroom-Based Assessment 1 - Composition Portfolio arrow_drop_down
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Classroom-Based Assessment 2 - Programme Note arrow_drop_down
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Features of Quality: Classroom-Based Assessments arrow_drop_down
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Final Examination - Practical and Written arrow_drop_down
The final examination will consist of a practical examination (30%) and a written examination (70%)
and will be marked by the State Examinations Commission (SEC).
Practical Examination
Written Examination
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Subject Learning and Assessment Review (SLAR) arrow_drop_down
Shared understanding of standards within junior cycle will arise through professional discussion in Subject Learning and Assessment Review meetings, where staff bring their own examples of student work and compare their judgements with other colleagues and with annotated examples of student work provided by the NCCA. Over time, this process will help develop a greater understanding of standards and ensure consistency of judgement about student performance.
Supports for the Subject Learning Assessment Review (SLAR) Meeting
SLAR Facilitation
