Resources
The following resources provide all information needed to get on board with
PaCT, assistance with setting up and tools and tips to make the most of the tool
to assist in making judgments.
Want an introduction to the PaCT?
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Introducing the PaCT
A short video outlining the benefits of the PaCT for teachers and students
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The PaCT Information Pack [.pdf, 1.4 MB]
A useful booklet for your staff
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The PaCT Explained [.pdf, 854 KB]
A brief written guide to the tool
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The PaCT Frameworks Explained
A module explaining the design, development and frameworks of the PaCT
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Best-fit Decisions
A module exploring how we think and outlining six key steps to making best-fit Judgments
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Best-fit Decisions [.pdf, 5.8 MB]
Presentation notes from Charles Darr of NZCER - Key Note
How does the PaCT support NZC?
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Developing a National Curriculum [.pdf, 1.6 MB]
Presentation slides from Chris Arcus of the Ministry of Education
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Good Practice Guide [.pdf, 1.5 MB]
Advice on using the PaCT to support teaching, learning and planning
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Making Judgments Using the PaCT
Use this module to practice making judgments
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Judgments [.pdf, 1.6 MB]
A detailed user guide to making judgments using the PaCT
Where can I get copies of the PaCT Framework Documents?
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The PaCT Mathematics Framework [.pdf, 13 MB]
Illustrations and big ideas from the Progress and Consistency Tool's learning progression framework for Mathematics
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The PaCT Reading Framework [.pdf, 13 MB]
Illustrations and big ideas from the Progress and Consistency Tool's learning progression framework for Reading
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The PaCT Writing Framework [.pdf, 23 MB]
Illustrations and big ideas from the Progress and Consistency Tool's learning progression framework for Writing
How do other schools implement the PaCT?
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Kairanga School's PaCT Experience [.pdf, 15 MB]
Presentation slides from Alastair Schaw and others
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The Role of a PaCT Leader [.pdf, 5.6 MB]
Presentation slides from Alastair Schaw of Kairanga School
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Implementing the PaCT at Lynmore School
How a large primary implemented the PaCT across the whole school
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The PaCT at Northland School [.pdf, 19 MB]
Presentation slides from Jeremy Edwards
What does the PaCT communicate and report?
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Notifications [.pdf, 721 KB]
An overview of PaCT notifications
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PaCT Reporting Tools and PaCT at Lynmore School [.pptx, 3.4 MB]
Presentation slides from Lorraine Taylor
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Pact Reports - for School Leaders
A module that shows you how to create reports and use them
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Reporting [.pdf, 1.7 MB]
A detailed user guide to PaCT reports
How do other schools use the reading framework?
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The PaCT Reading Framework
A module exploring the reading framework the PaCT uses
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PaCT Reading and Writing Frameworks and Illustrations [.pdf, 4 MB]
Presentation slides from Melanie Winthrop
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PaCT Reading and Writing Frameworks and Illustrations - Presentation Notes [.docx, 23 KB]
Presentation notes to accompany the slides from Melanie Winthrop
How do other schools use the writing framework?
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The PaCT Writing Framework
A module exploring the writing framework the PaCT uses
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An Approach to Writing
One school's journey with writing using the PaCT
How do other schools use the maths framework?
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The PaCT Mathematics Framework
A module exploring the mathematics framework the PaCT uses
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Exploring the Mathematics Framework [.pdf, 2.8 MB]
Presentation slides from Gill Thomas of Maths Technology
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PaCT Mathematics [.pptx, 1.3 MB]
Presentation slides from Mike Forrest of Cashmere Avenue School
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School Experience of using the PaCT for Mathematics
Kairanga School shares its experience of using the PaCT for mathematics
Signed up - how do we start
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The PaCT Pre-Setup Checklist [.pdf, 341 KB]
Decisions you need to make before setting up the tool
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The PaCT - Getting Setup
A module that guides you through the set up process
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PaCT Setup [.pdf, 2.3 MB]
A detailed user guide to the set up process
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Administration [.pdf, 1.2 MB]
A detailed user guide to administration of the PaCT
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SMS Information Sheet [.pdf, 178 KB]
Advice on integrating the PaCT and your SMS
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EPA versus Bulk Access [.pdf, 97 KB]
A useful diagram showing two different approaches to obtaining Education Sector Logons
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Electronic Provisioning Application (EPA) [.pdf, 94 KB]
A useful diagram showing the pathway to obtaining Education Sector Logons
What next?
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Surprises
Use this module to explore the reasons you may get a surprise when using the PaCT for the first time
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Surprises Interactive Question Guide
A module offering some tips and guidance about PaCT recommended judgements
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Effective PaCT Users [.pdf, 2.7 MB]
How the PaCT works for all stakeholders in your community