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Prof Jenny Poskitt BEd, DipTchg, MEdAdmin, PhD, SFHEA

Director - College Projects

Doctoral Mentor Supervisor
College of Humanities and Social Sciences

Professor

Institute of Education

Professor Jenny Poskitt has extensive experience nationally and internationally in educational assessment, spanning teaching, research, expert advice and input into Ministerial Committees, and professional bodies. She is President of the New Zealand Assessment Institute, Chair of NZQA's Technical Overview Group Assessment, NZ researcher on the International Educational Assessment Network, and education expert on the Royal New Zealand General Practitioners Academic Tahuhu. Sustained contributions to the NZ Ministry of Education policy, research and professional development include assessment reference groups, research evaluations and action research on projects like the Assess to Learn PLD, National Curriculum Exemplars, Leadership and Effectiveness Advisory Group), NZ Council of Educational Research's Educational Leadership Practices Advisory Group, and Teaching Council's Review of Teacher Appraisal, and Review of ITE graduating standards.  Professor Poskitt is a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (qualified tertiary teacher), a Massey University accredited doctoral mentor supervisor, and was awarded the College of Social Sciences and Humanities Research Supervisor Award in 2021, and the Massey University Research Supervisor Award in 2022. She has supervised over 70 postgraduate masters' and doctoral research students' theses, chaired over 70 confirmation doctoral orals, convened more than 50 doctoral examinations for Massey University, and examined multiple national and international masters' and doctoral research theses. Professor Poskitt has been a member of numerous tertiary degree programme reviews. Her research is published in scholarly and professional journals, books, reports and conference proceedings. Leadership and university service span formal roles such as Director of the Graduate School of Education, Associate Head of the Institute of Education, Director of College Projects (COHSS), and membership of multiple committees and boards such as Academic Programmes Committee, College Board. She has also contributed to and led assessment professional learning workshops in NZ schools, conferences, across Colleges at Massey University, at the Ministry of Education, and internationally (e.g., South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE) Board; University of the South Pacific), and represented NZ in an OECD study on assessment, and on an international reference group advising the Welsh Government on education. Professor Poskitt is also a reviewer on international academic journals related to assessment and professional learning. Finally, she has taught innumerable undergraduate and postgraduate students in courses on assessment, educational leadership, adolescent learning, and qualitative research.  

Professor Jenny Poskitt is an academic in the Institute of Education and COHSS PVC Office. Professor Poskitt began her career as a primary teacher, teaching in three schools.  Since being at Massey University Jenny has developed teaching and research interests in assessment, professional learning, research methods, adolescent learning and engagement.  Professor Poskitt has led numerous nation-wide research and evaluation contracts, presented at NZ and international conferences and is a frequent speaker at professional conferences. She is a member of various educational sector, Ministry of Education and Government level advisory groups on educational policy and practice. 

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Professional

Contact details

  • Ph: 83070
    Location: 3.20, Sir Geoffrey Peren
    Campus: Turitea

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Education - Massey University (1984)
  • Diploma in Teaching - New Zealand Department of Education (1985)
  • Master of Educational Administration - Massey University (1990)
  • Doctor of Philosophy - Massey University (1995)

Fellowships and Memberships

  • Member, Higher Education Academy (Senior Member/Fellow) (2021)

Certifications and Registrations

  • Licence, Mentor Supervisor, Massey University

Prizes and Awards

  • Massey University Research Medal 2022-Supervisor - Massey University (2022)
  • Massey University COHSS Research Supervisor Award - COHSS Massey University (2021)
  • Massey University, College of Humanities and Social Sciences. Teaching Excellence Special Commendation - Massey University, College of Humanities and Social Sciences (2015)

Research Expertise

Research Interests

Professional learning in assessment

Assessment for learning

Action research to improve professional learning

Improving adolescent learning and engagement

Thematics

21st Century Citizenship

Area of Expertise

Field of research codes
Curriculum and Pedagogy (130200): Education (130000): Education Assessment and Evaluation (130303): Education Systems (130100): Primary Education (excl. Maori) (130105): Specialist Studies in Education (130300): Teacher Education and Professional Development of Educators (130313)

Keywords

Assessment: formative assessment, OTJs (overall teacher judgment), moderation, National Standards

Professional learning in assessment

Enhancing adolescent learning and engagement

Action research to improve professional learning

Research Projects

Summary of Research Projects

Position Current Completed
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Research Outputs

Journal

Poskitt, J. (2023). Improve education provision in Aotearoa New Zealand: By building assessment and learning capability.. New Zealand Annual Review of Education. 28, 49-61
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Poskitt, J., & Smaill, E. (2022). New assessment developments in Aotearoa. Set 2022: Research Information for Teachers. 1(1), 52-55 Retrieved from https://www.nzcer.org.nz/node/61819
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Poskitt, J. (2022). COVID impact on adolescent learning and assessment. Australian Journal of Middle Schooling. 22(1), 5-13 Retrieved from https://adolescentsuccess.org.au/journals
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Poskitt, J. (2022). COVID-19 impact on high stakes assessment: a New Zealand journey of collaborative adaptation amidst disruption. Assessment in Education: Principles, Policy & Practice. 29(5), 575-595 Retrieved from https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/0969594X.2022.2140889
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Baker, H., & Poskitt, J. (2020). Life-giving, caring leadership: He Totara. New Zealand Principal. 35(3), 21-24 Retrieved from https://nzprincipal.co.nz/view-the-magazine/#1145/2020-term-3-september-issue
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Poskitt, J. (2020). Exemplars revisited: Building primary teachers’ capability in assessment for learning. Assessment Matters. 14, 137-166 Retrieved from https://www.nzcer.org.nz/nzcerpress/assessment-matters/assessment-matters-14-2020
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Poskitt, J., & Ramsey, P. (2019). Leadership dynamics within and across schools. New Zealand Principal. 34(1), 10-12 Retrieved from https://issuu.com/nzprincipal.co.nz/docs/nzp_t1_2019_web/12
[Journal article]Authored by: Poskitt, J., Ramsey, P.
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Poskitt, J. (2018). Revitalisation, relationships, resources: Assessment 3Rs for New Zealand teachers. Assessment Matters. 12, 105-117 Retrieved from https://www.nzcer.org.nz/node/60719
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Poskitt, J. (2018). Sustaining assessment for learning by valuing partnerships and networks. Assessment Matters. 12, 80-104 Retrieved from https://www.nzcer.org.nz/nzcerpress/assessment-matters/articles/sustaining-assessment-learning-valuing-partnerships-and
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Poskitt, J. (2018). Exciting innovations for assessment in Aotearoa/New Zealand. Set: Research Information for Teachers. 2, 54-56 Retrieved from https://www.nzcer.org.nz/node/60722
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Hansen, SE., Mahapoonyanont, N., & Poskitt, J. (2017). A comparative study of models to support teachers' capacity in assessment for learning in Thailand and New Zealand. International Journal of Sciences: Basic and Applied Research (IJSBAR). 36(No 1), 245-265
[Journal article]Authored by: Poskitt, J.
Poskitt, JM. (2016). Students using technological devices (or not): Pedagogical strategies and effects on reading comprehension. Australian Journal of Middle Schooling. 16(2), 24-33
[Journal article]Authored by: Poskitt, J.
Poskitt, JM., & Bonney, I. (2016). Making subject choices: Influences on adolescents' decision making. Australian Journal of Middle Schooling. 16(2), 24-32
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Poskitt, JM., & Knight de-Blois, L. (2016). Pacific heritage student views about effective teaching and learning. Kairaranga. 17(1), 3-9 Retrieved from https://www.massey.ac.nz/massey/learning/departments/institute-of-education/research/kairaranga/kairaranga_home.cfm
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Poskitt, JM. (2016). What young adolescents think about effective pedagogy and technology use. Australian Journal of Middle Schooling. 16(1), 4-15 Retrieved from http://www.adolescentsuccess.org.au/
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Poskitt, JM. (2014). Transforming professional learning and practice in assessment for learning. The Curriculum Journal. 25(4), 542-566 Retrieved from http://www.tandf.co.uk/journals
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Poskitt, JM. (2014). What difference do technological devices make to student learning and achievement?. School News. (24), 10-11 Retrieved from http://issuu.com/multimedianz/docs/sn24-term_1-2014
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Poskitt, JM., & Mitchell, K. (2012). New Zealand teachers' overall teacher judgments (OTJs): Equivocal or unequivocal?. Assessment Matters. 4, 53-75 Retrieved from http://www.nzcer.org.nz/nzcerpress/assessment-matters/assessment-matters-4-2012
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Poskitt, JM. (2011). New Zealand intermediate school students' insights about engagement in learning. Australian Journal of Middle Schooling. 11(1), 12-20 Retrieved from http://www.mysa.org.au/index.cfm?action=content&title=australian-journal-of-middle-schooling&id=254
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Steed, C., & Poskitt, J. (2010). Adaptive help seeking: A strategy of self-regulated learners and an opportunity for interactive formative assessment. Assessment Matters. 2, 85-106 Retrieved from http://www.nzcer.org.nz/nzcerpress/assessment-matters/articles/adaptive-help-seeking-strategy-self-regulated-learners-and-op
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Poskitt, J. (2008). Sustaining professional development: Rhetoric or reality?. New Zealand Journal of Educational Studies. 43(1), 21-32 Retrieved from http://search.informit.com.au/documentSummary;dn=612354949043505;res=IELHSS
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Steed, C., Poskitt, J., & Kearney, A. (2007). Students' perspectives on teacher questioning in the secondary classroom. SET Research Information for Teachers. set 2007(2), 40-44 Retrieved from http://www.nzcer.org.nz/nzcerpress/set/articles/students-perspectives-teacher-questioning-secondary-classroom
[Journal article]Authored by: Kearney, A., Poskitt, J.
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Kearney, AC., & Poskitt, JM. (2001). Special Education 2000 professional development: A catalyst for change?. New Zealand Principal. 16(1), 18-20
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Book

Poskitt, J. (2018). Immigrant student achievement and education policy in New Zealand. In L. Volante, D. Klinger, & O. Bilgili (Eds.) Immigrant Student Achievement and Education Policy: Cross-cultural approaches. (pp. 175 - 193). Cham, Switzerland: Springer International Publishing AG
[Chapter]Authored by: Poskitt, J.
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Poskitt, JM. (2016). New Zealand: The intersection of international achievement testing and educational policy development. In L. Volante (Ed.) The intersection of international achievement testing and education policy: Global perspectives on large-scale reform. (pp. 160 - 177). Ontario, Canada: Routledge, Taylor & Francis Group
[Chapter]Authored by: Poskitt, J.
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Poskitt, JM. (2016). Communication and collaboration: The heart of coherent policy and practice in New Zealand assessment. In D. Laveault, & L. Allal (Eds.) Assessment for Learning: Meeting the Challenge of Implementation. (pp. 93 - 110). Heidelberg: Springer
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Poskitt, JM. (2015). Consulting young people in the middle years in New Zealand. In S. Groundwater-Smith, & N. Mockler (Eds.) Big fish, little fish. Teaching and learning in the middle years. (pp. 77 - 94). Victoria: Cambridge University Press
[Chapter]Authored by: Poskitt, J.
Poskitt, JM. (2008). Mapping the facilitator role. In R. Bourke, A. Lawrence, A. McGee, J. O'Neill, & J. Curzon (Eds.) Talk about learning working alongside teachers. (pp. 39 - 49). North Shore, New Zealand: Pearson Prentice Hall
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Rawlins, PL., & Poskitt, JM. (2008). Assessment for learning and teaching. In AS. George, S. Brown, & J. O'Neill (Eds.) Facing the Big Questions in Teaching: Purpose, Power and Learning. (pp. 42 - 50). Australia: Cengage Learning
[Chapter]Authored by: Poskitt, J., Rawlins, P.
Poskitt, JM., & Rawlins, P. (2007). Assessment for learning and teaching. In A. St George, S. Brown, & JG. O'Neill (Eds.) Facing the big questions in teaching: purpose, power and learning. (pp. 42 - 50). South Melbourne, Victoria: Cengage Learning
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Poskitt, JM., & Rawlins, P.Assessment for learning and teaching.
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Report

Goodyer, J., Poskitt, J., & Mackay, J. (2017). A pilot study of the application of degree apprenticeships in New Zealand: A focus on infrastructure asset management.. ( Report No. 1). Massey University, New Zealand.
[Commissioned Report]Authored by: Poskitt, J.
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Poskitt, JM., & Mitchell, K. (2010). Evaluation of Assess to Learn (AtoL) Professional Development 2009.. Education Group Ltd. New Zealand.
[Commissioned Report]Authored by: Poskitt, J.
Poskitt, JM., & Gibbs, R. (2010). Student engagement in the middle years of schooling (years 7-10); a literature review. Education Counts.
[Commissioned Report]Authored by: Poskitt, J.
Poskitt, JM., & Taylor, K. (2009). National Education findings of Assess to Learn (AtoL) Report. Education Counts.
[Commissioned Report]Authored by: Poskitt, J.
Poskitt, JM., & Gibbs, R. (2009). Evaluation of the Early Childhood Centres of Innovation Programme. Education Counts.
[Commissioned Report]Authored by: Poskitt, J.

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Bourke, R., Mentis, M., Poskitt, JM., & Todd, L. (2008). Research and evaluation of narrative assessment and curriculum exemplars for students with special education needs: Milestone 2.
[Commissioned Report]Authored by: Mentis, M., Poskitt, J.
Bourke, R., Mentis, M., & Poskitt, JM. (2007). Research and evaluation of narrative assessment and curriculum exemplars for students with special education needs: Milestone 1.
[Commissioned Report]Authored by: Mentis, M., Poskitt, J.
Bourke, R., Bevan Brown, J., Carroll Lind, J., Cullen, JL., Kearney, AC., Mentis, M., . . . Maw, N. (2002). Special Education 2000: Monitoring and evaluation of the policy: Final report - Phase 3. Ministry of Education.
[Commissioned Report]Authored by: Kearney, A., Mentis, M., O'Neill, J., Poskitt, J.
Poskitt, JM., Anthony, GJ., Brown, MM., & Taylor, KA.(2002). Evaluation of the National Exemplar Development Project. Palmerston North, New Zealand: Massey University
[Technical Report]Authored by: Poskitt, J.
Bourke, R., Bevan Brown, JM., Carroll Lind, J., Cullen, JL., Kearney, AC., Mentis, M., . . . Maw, N. (2002). Special Education 2000: Monitoring and evaluation of the policy: Final report. Massey University, College of Education.
[Commissioned Report]Authored by: Kearney, A., Mentis, M., O'Neill, J., Poskitt, J.
Bourke, R., Bevan Brown, JM., Carroll Lind, J., Cullen, JL., Kearney, AC., Mentis, M., . . . Maw, N. (2002). Special education 2000: Monitoring and evaluation of the policy: Final report - Phase 3. Ministry of Education.
[Commissioned Report]Authored by: Kearney, A., Mentis, M., O'Neill, J., Poskitt, J.
Bourke, R., Bevan Brown, JM., Carroll Lind, J., Cullen, JL., Kearney, AC., Mentis, M., . . . Maw, N. (2002). Special Education 2000: Monitoring and evaluation of the policy: Final Report - Phase 2. Ministry of Education, Research Division.
[Commissioned Report]Authored by: Kearney, A., Mentis, M., O'Neill, J., Poskitt, J.
Bourke, R., Bevan Brown, JM., Carroll Lind, J., Cullen, JL., Kearney, AC., Mentis, M., . . . Maw, N. (2002). Special Education 2000: Monitoring and evaluation of the policy. Ministry of Education.
[Commissioned Report]Authored by: Kearney, A., Mentis, M., O'Neill, J., Poskitt, J.
Bourke, R., Bevan Brown, JM., Carroll Lind, J., Cullen, JL., Chapman, JW., Kearney, AC., . . . Maw, N. (2002). Special education 2000: Monitoring and evaluation of the policy: Final report summary: Phase 3. Ministry of Education.
[Commissioned Report]Authored by: Kearney, A., Mentis, M., O'Neill, J., Poskitt, J.
Bourke, R., Kearney, AC., Poskitt, JM., & McAlpine, D. (2001). Special Education 2000: Monitoring and evaluation of the policy - The resource teacher: Learning and behaviour initiative. Ministry of Education.
[Commissioned Report]Authored by: Kearney, A., Poskitt, J.
Bourke, R., Bevan Brown, J., Carroll Lind, J., Cullen, JL., Kearney, AC., Mentis, M., . . . Maw, N. (2001). Special education 2000: Monitoring and evaluation of the policy: Phase two final report. Massey University, College of Education.
[Commissioned Report]Authored by: Kearney, A., Mentis, M., O'Neill, J., Poskitt, J.
Bourke, R., Bevan Brown, JM., Carroll Lind, J., Cullen, JL., Kearney, AC., Mentis, M., . . . Maw, N. (2001). Special Education 2000 Monitoring and Evaluation of the Policy. Massey University.
[Commissioned Report]Authored by: Kearney, A., Mentis, M., O'Neill, J., Poskitt, J.
Bourke, R., Bevan Brown, JM., Carroll Lind, J., Cullen, JL., Kearney, AC., Mentis, M., . . . Prochnow, JE. (2001). Special Education 2000: Monitoring and Evaluation of the Policy, Phase Two: Ch 11: Early Childhood. IPDER: Massey University.
[Commissioned Report]Authored by: Kearney, A., Mentis, M., Poskitt, J.
Bourke, R., Bevan Brown, JM., Carroll Lind, J., Cullen, JL., Kearney, AC., Mentis, M., . . . Maw, N. (2001). Special Education 2000: Monitoring and evaluation of the policy: Phase two final report. Ministry of Education.
[Commissioned Report]Authored by: Kearney, A., Mentis, M., O'Neill, J., Poskitt, J.
Bourke, R., Bevan Brown, JM., Carroll Lind, J., Cullen, JL., Kearney, AC., Mentis, M., . . . Maw, N. (2000). Special Education 2000: Monitoring and evaluation of the policy. Final Report - Phase 2. Massey University, College of Education.
[Commissioned Report]Authored by: Kearney, A., Mentis, M., O'Neill, J., Poskitt, J.
Bourke, R., Bevan Brown, JM., Carroll Lind, J., Cullen, JL., Kearney, AC., Mentis, M., . . . Maw, N. (2000). Special education 2000: Monitoring and evaluation of the policy. Summary of phase 2: final report. Ministry of Education.
[Commissioned Report]Authored by: Kearney, A., Mentis, M., O'Neill, J., Poskitt, J.

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Conference

Poskitt, J.(2023, June). Assessment for equity, inclusion, diversity and indigeneity.. .
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Poskitt, J., & Booth, B.(2023, April). Keynote address: How do we know they're learning - share the highlighter!. www.nzai.org.nz.
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Poskitt, J. (2022, August). Keynote address: From diving to thriving: COVID impact and challenge for adolescent learning and assessing. Presented at Adolescent Success Conference. Gold Coast, Queensland Australia.
[Conference Oral Presentation]Authored by: Poskitt, J.
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Poskitt, JM.(2017, October). Degree apprenticeships: Is this the future for employer-led partnerships in New Zealand?. .
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Poskitt, JM., Adie, L., & Hayward, L. (2017, November). A cross country analysis of social justice in assessment. Presented at Australian Association of Researchers in Education. Hotel Realm, Canberra.
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Poskitt, JM. (2016, November). Learning from moderation of OTJs: The political balancing act.. Presented at New Zealand Association of Researchers in Education. University of Victoria, Wellington.
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Poskitt, JM.(2016). Learning from moderation of OTJs: The political balancing act.. . University of Victoria, Wellington, New Zealand
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Poskitt, JM.(2016, September). Valuing partnerships in assessment: Building sustainable professional learning. .
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Poskitt, JM.(2016, June). Transforming professional learning and practice in assessment: The triple H framework. Invited keynote address. .
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Poskitt, JM.New Zealand National standards assessment: Social justice issues for adolescent learners. . Glasgow, London
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Poskitt, JM.(2015, November). New Zealand National Standards' assessment: Social justice issues for adolescent learners.. .
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Poskitt, JM.(2015, August). Young adolescent views on effective pedagogy and technology use. No.
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Poskitt, JM. (2011, February). Invited keynote speaker: New Zealand Teachers' overall teacher judgments (OTJs): equivocal or unequivocal? NZEI Seminar. Presented at NZEI Seminar. NZEI Willis St, Wellington.
[Conference Oral Presentation]Authored by: Poskitt, J.
Poskitt, JM.(2011, July). Invited Keynote address: A framework for moderation: quality learning and teaching. Numeracy and Mathematics Symposium, Hamilton.. .
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Poskitt, JM.(2011, May). Invited keynote address: Moderating NZ OTJs: masquerading to meritorious .. .
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Poskitt, JM.(2011, May). Keynote address: Moderating NZ OTJs: masquerading to meritorious. .
[Conference]Authored by: Poskitt, J.
Poskitt, JM. (2010, November). Invited paper: Switching them on: middle school student engagement. Inaugural Middle Scholling Symposium.. Presented at Inaugural Middle Schooling Symposium. Brentwood Hotel, Wellington.
[Conference Oral Presentation]Authored by: Poskitt, J.
Poskitt, JM., Poskitt, JM., & Mitchell, K.(2010, December). Making overall teacher judgments: challenges for teachers and schools. Paper presented at New Zealand Association of Researchers in Education Conference, 2010.. .
[Conference]Authored by: Poskitt, J.
Poskitt, JM., & Gibbs, R.(2009, December). Literature review report on student engagement in the middle years of schooling (years 7-10). Paper presented to NZARE.. .
[Conference]Authored by: Poskitt, J.
Poskitt, JM., Poskitt, JM., & Taylor, K.(2007, December). Assess to learn (AtoL) professional development: impact on teacher learning.. .
[Conference]Authored by: Poskitt, J.
Poskitt, JM., Anthony, GJ., Taylor, KE., Goulton Fitzgerald, F., & Brown, M. (2002, December). Researching national exemplar development: Impact on teaching and learning. Presented at New Zealand Association for Research in Education. Massey University, Palmerston North, NZ.
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Other

Poskitt, JM., Poskitt, JM., Rees, M., & Suddaby, G. (2011, November). Lessons from AUSSE: tertiary student learning engagement. Vice Chancellor's Symposium Massey University. In Academics and general staff of Massey University.
[Oral Presentation]Authored by: Poskitt, J.
Poskitt, JM. (2011, May). Moderating NZ OTJs: moving forward. Address to Taihape Cluster Meeting.. In Primary school principals and teachers.
[Oral Presentation]Authored by: Poskitt, J.
Poskitt, JM. (2011, March). A framework for moderation: Invited address to Ministry of Education Moderation Seminar. In Ministry of Education Managers and Moderation Facilitators.
[Oral Presentation]Authored by: Poskitt, J.
Poskitt, JM. (2010, November). Moderation for middle schools; invited address to New Zealand Association of Intermediate and Middle Schools Executive Meeting, Wellington. In NZAIMs Executive Meeting, Wellington.
[Oral Presentation]Authored by: Poskitt, J.

Consultancy and Languages

Consultancy

  • 6-7 Nov 2011; 1-5 July 2013 - University of the South Pacific
    Professional learning in tertiary level assessment

Teaching and Supervision

Contact Supervisor

Summary of Doctoral Supervision

Position Current Completed
Main Supervisor 0 7
Co-supervisor 0 7

Completed Doctoral Supervision

Main Supervisor of:

  • 2021 - Marianne Simon - Doctor of Philosophy
    Enhancing teacher development through teacher appraisal
  • 2021 - Kathryn Rowe - Doctor of Education
    Learning to Lead Student Achievement: A Mixed Methods Study on the Leadership Practices of New Zealand Primary School Principals
  • 2014 - Clifford Harwood - Doctor of Philosophy
    Enhancing Student Decision Making in Technological Practice
  • 2013 - Anne Malcolm - Doctor of Education
    The professional learning pathways of urban New Zealand Primary Principals: A case study into the beliefs, practices and perceived impact of professional learning on primary principals
  • 2011 - Eileen Piggot-Irvine - Doctor of Philosophy
    Appraisal: Reducing Control - Enhancing Effectiveness.
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  • 2009 - Ronald Hutton - Doctor of Education
    Enhancing teacher learning in inclusion
  • 2007 - Jennifer Harnett - Doctor of Education
    Changing Learning Conversations: An Action Research Model of Reflective Professional Development
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Co-supervisor of:

  • 2020 - Ong-Art Namwong - Doctor of Philosophy
    Learner-centred Approaches in Teaching English in Thailand
  • 2019 - Warrick Wood - Doctor of Philosophy
    Athlete Basic Psychological Needs and Coaches’ Contributions to their Satisfaction: A Case Study of a High-Performance Sports Team
  • 2012 - Wayne Duncan - Doctor of Education
    Understanding the nature and function of empathy in synchronous multimedia conferencing
  • 2009 - Brenda Bicknell - Doctor of Philosophy
    Multiple perspectives on the education of mathematically gifted and talented students
  • 2008 - Ahmed Didi - Doctor of Philosophy
    School Improvement: The Route taken by an Urban Primary School in the Republic of Maldives.
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  • 2007 - Peter Rawlins - Doctor of Philosophy
    Students' Perceptions of the Formative Potential of the National Certificate of Educational Achievement
  • 2007 - Cynthia Prince - Doctor of Education
    A knowledge creation approach to environmental education in early childhood: Creating a community of learners

Media and Links

Media

  • 30 Aug 2014 - Newspaper
    Even the experts can't agree
    Article written about education policies for the election. Poskitt one of the academics cited in the article. Weekend Edition, Section C, p.1
  • 29 Jul 2014 - Newspaper
    National Standards given world praise
    Article in which Poskitt heavily cited. Manawatu Standard, p.3
  • 25 Oct 2014 - Newspaper
    Schools allay doubts over fairness of prizes
    Article about school prizegiving. Education Section. Poskitt cited within article.
  • 23 Nov 2017 - Radio
    What is best age for NZ children to start school?
    Dr Jenny Poskitt was interviewed on Thursday 23rd November by by Mark Sainsbury on Radio Live. As a former New Entrant teacher, an assessment expert and a member of various Ministry of Education advi
  • 21 May 2016 - Newspaper
    Left to their own devices
    In the Weekend Herald article Poskitt was quoted about her research on the effectiveness of technology use in primary and intermediate school classrooms.
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  • 21 May 2016 - Newspaper
    Digital devices make little difference for primary
    Weekend Herald article quoted an interview with Dr Jenny Poskitt and made reference to Poskitt's research, along with a school principal interview. Poskitt argued while well-integrated technology coul
  • 16 Apr 2018 - Radio
    Teachers dedicate school holidays to assessment
    As co-founders of NZAI, Dr Jenny Poskitt and Michael Absolum (Director, Evaluation Associates), were interviewed by Mitchell Alexander (Mediaworks) on Monday 16th April about assessment seminar days b
  • 13 Nov 2014 - Newspaper
    Evaluating national standards
    Article in The Dominion Post about National Standards.
  • 11 Dec 2014 - Newspaper
    Schools get together to succeed.
    Article about professional development and research in a school cluster
  • 11 Aug 2013 - Newspaper
    Top tips on how to pick a school
    Feature in Sunday Star Times p. A11 Advice to parents selecting secondary schools for their children
  • 10 Sep 2013 - Radio
    How to choose a school
    Radio interview with Radio Rhema
  • 09 Jul 2014 - Newspaper
    Schools, not salaries!
    Poskitt cited in article. Manawatu Standard. P.13
  • 05 Sep 2013 - Newspaper
    National standards data criticised
    Feature article on Manawatu schools response to national standards data, including views by Dr Jenny Poskitt. Manawatu Standard, p.1
  • 03 Sep 2013 - Newspaper
    Schools work together to improve literacy
    Newspaper article describing a professional development cluster project that Dr Jenny Poskitt is researching. Manawatu Standard, p.3
  • 01 May 2017 - Radio
    the value of homework for primary school students
    Dr Jenny Poskitt was interviewed about the value of homework for primary school students by Radio New Zealand. Excerpts of the interview were included in Checkpoint, Monday 1st May, 2017. http://www.
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  • LinkedIn profile - In the LinkedIn profile you will find more details about Dr Jenny Poskitt's career and educational interests.

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