One Step Closer to the Profession!

On October 30, 2025, in accordance with the development plan of the educational program “Biology” of the Pedagogical Institute of Astana International University, a master class titled “Assessment of Learning. Assessment for Learning” was held. The event aimed to develop the professional competencies of senior students preparing for their teaching practice.

          The master teacher of School-Gymnasium No. 70 in Astana, Serikkaysha Kabylgazynovna Sagatbekova, shared her knowledge and practical experience in designing short-term lesson plans using tools of formative and summative assessment. She is the recipient of the “Best Teacher – 2016” title and the Y. Altynsarin Medal.

          Future teachers learned about the specifics of the 10-point formative assessment scale, completed various tasks, and, through tools of self- and peer-assessment based on criteria and descriptors, provided feedback to each other—sharpening their skills in assessing students’ achievements and developing short-term lesson plans. Participants also demonstrated strong reflective analysis of their own assessment practices.

          The event contributed to enhancing the pedagogical mastery of our students, as evidenced by the collaborative environment skillfully created by the master teacher and the excellent feedback from all participants.

          We express our sincere gratitude to Serikkaysha Kabylgazynovna and look forward to further fruitful cooperation!