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The 9 th Southern Africa Association for Educational Assessment (SAAEA) Conference 18-20 May 2015 Zimbabwe Southern Africa Association for Educational Assessment CALL FOR PAPERS The Zimbabwe School Examinations Council invites you to present papers at the 9 th SAEAA Conference on the chosen theme and sub themes below. Please submit your abstracts to the following address on or before 31 January 2015 [email protected] . Abstracts should be between 350 and 500 words. THEME Educational Assessment for Competence Modelling and Socio-Economic Transformation SUB-THEMES 1. Evaluation of Learning Outcomes for High Stakes Examinations. 2. The Curriculum, Assessment and Individual Development Goals. 3. Developing Competency-Based Assessments. 4. Alternative Assessment Models for Performance Measurement of Learners with Special Needs. 5. Information Communication Technology (ICT) and Educational Assessment. 6. Capacity Building and Educational Assessment. 7. Continuous Assessment. 8. 21 st century deep learning: Assessment of soft skills. You can also forward your abstracts to any of the following addresses; 1. Mr F Mwale : [email protected] 2. Mrs E Masiri : [email protected] 3. Mr T Chiwiye : [email protected] 4. Mr F Chirume : [email protected] 5. Mr S Makore : [email protected] 6. Mr V.T Mguni : [email protected]

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The 9th Southern Africa Association for Educational Assessment (SAAEA) Conference 18-20 May 2015 Zimbabwe

Southern Africa Association for Educational Assessment

CALL FOR PAPERS

The Zimbabwe School Examinations Council invites you to present papers at the 9th SAEAA Conference on the chosen theme and sub themes below. Please submit your abstracts to the following address on or before 31 January 2015 [email protected]. Abstracts should be between 350 and 500 words.

THEME

Educational Assessment for Competence Modelling and Socio-Economic Transformation

SUB-THEMES

1. Evaluation of Learning Outcomes for High Stakes Examinations. 2. The Curriculum, Assessment and Individual Development Goals. 3. Developing Competency-Based Assessments. 4. Alternative Assessment Models for Performance Measurement of Learners with

Special Needs. 5. Information Communication Technology (ICT) and Educational Assessment. 6. Capacity Building and Educational Assessment. 7. Continuous Assessment. 8. 21st century deep learning: Assessment of soft skills.

You can also forward your abstracts to any of the following addresses;

1. Mr F Mwale : [email protected] 2. Mrs E Masiri : [email protected] 3. Mr T Chiwiye : [email protected] 4. Mr F Chirume : [email protected] 5. Mr S Makore : [email protected] 6. Mr V.T Mguni : [email protected]

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The 9th Southern Africa Association for Educational Assessment (SAAEA) Conference 18-20 May 2015 Zimbabwe

Southern Africa Association for Educational Assessment

Important Dates for Submission and Acceptance of Abstracts and Paper Presentations for the 9th Southern Africa Association for Educational Assessment

1.0 Abstracts Deadline for Submission of Abstracts : 31 January 2015

2.0 Full Papers Deadline for Submission of Full Papers : 28 February 2015 First Notification of Acceptance of Papers : 07 March 2015 Second Notification of Acceptance of papers: 15 March 2015 Final Notification of Acceptance of Papers : 21 Mach 2015

3.0 Power Point Presentations Deadline for Submission of Power Point Presentations: 07 April 2015

4.0 Forwarding Address Please send your abstracts and full paper presentations to; [email protected] or to any of the Local Organising Committee members addresses.

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Southern Africa Association for Educational Assessment

Conference Tours Please select your Preferred Conference Tour from the available choices below.

NAME OF DELEGATE.......................................................................................

Please download the form below and tick your preferred excursion and submit the completed form to [email protected] or Fax to +263 4 307435

TICK √

PREFERED TOUR/EXCURSION

CHENGETA SAFARIS GAME

EDUCATIONAL TOUR OF SIRDC

DOMBOSHAVA ROCKS

CHINHOYI CAVES

TOUR OF THE CITY OF HARARE

LION AND CHEETAH PARK

Reservation of space for any excursion will be on a first come first serve basis.

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The 9th Southern Africa Association for Educational Assessment (SAAEA) Conference 18-20 May 2015 Zimbabwe

Southern Africa Association for Educational Assessment

Visas and Travel Information 1.0 Visa Requirements All foreign delegates are required to obtain entry visas (where applicable) from the Zimbabwe Embassy or Consular Services offices in their respective countries .For more information about visa requirements for entry into Zimbabwe, please contact the Zimbabwe Embassy in your country. 2.0 Currency Zimbabwe has a multi-currency monetary policy and the following currencies are tradable albeit the United States Dollar is the predominant currency: The United States Dollar, British Pound Sterling, South African Rand, Botswana Pula. Approach any Commercial Bank for advice about other currencies. 3.0 Weather The Country experiences two distinct seasons; Winter and Summer. In Winter temperature can drop to as low as -5 degrees Celsius and in Summer temperatures can sow to about 38 degrees Celsius. The Conference takes place at the onset of Winter and you are advised to take out warm clothes. 4.0 Language English is the predominant business language. 5.0 Health Alert It is advisable to drink bottled and borehole water during your stay. Zimbabwe is currently an Ebola free Country. No known or confirmed cases of the epidemic have been reported in the country. You are encouraged to be personally responsible for your health and personal hygiene at all times. Always wash your hands with soap or sanitizer to maintain optimal personal hygiene. 6.0 Security Remember to be personally responsible for your security and the security of your personal belongings at all times. Always carry your Passport and Identification particulars. Should you want to walk around the city or anywhere out of the hotel, ask for assistance from the Hotel’s Help Desk.

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Southern Africa Association for Educational Assessment

Accommodation Bookings, Transfers and Transport Arrangements.

1.0 Accommodation All delegates requiring accommodation at the Conference venue should make their bookings directly using reservation information below. The Local Organising Committee has negotiated for a concessionary rate of USD 95 per person per day at the Conference Venue; the Cresta Lodge

1.1 Conference Venue: The Cresta Lodge ****

Website : www.crestalodgeharare.com

Reservation Email : [email protected]

Phone Numbers : +263 4 487 006-8 , +263 4 486 871

Mobile Number : +263 772 385 801

Contact Person : Surprise George

Rate Per Day : USD95

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1.2 New Ambassador Hotel **

Website : http://www.rtgafrica.com

Reservation Email : [email protected]

Phone Numbers : +263 4 772595/708121

Cell : +263 779 428 548

Contact Person : Christine Goneke

Rate Per Day : USD85 Single, Bed and Breakfast

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1.3 Cresta Oasis Hotel ***

Website : http://www.crestahotels.com/hotels/zimbabwe

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1.4 Cresta Jameson ***

Website : http://www.crestahotels.com/hotels/zimbabwe

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1.5 The Holiday Inn ***

Website : http://www.ihg.com/holidayinn/hotels/us/en/harare/harsf/hoteldetail

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1.6 N1 HOTEL *

Website : www.n1hotel.co.zw

2.0 Transfers

2.1 The Local Organising Committee has arranged transport for all delegates from the airport to their respective Hotels.

2.2 If you have organised your own transfer arrangements, please inform the Local Organising Committee on time.

2.3 Should you experience any transport problems and would like to be assisted, please contact Mr Langton Mhembere on the following contact; +263-773 156 665.

3.0 Daily Transport

3.1 The Local Organising Committee will offer daily transport to and from all designated Conference Hotels up to the end of the conference.

3.2 Delegates who wish to stay in any other hotel other than the recommended conference accommodation will be expected to make their own private transport arrangements.

3.3 Delegates who wish to use public transport and taxi services should enquire with the Local Organising Committee for further information about the best and safe options available.

3.4 Transport to all Conference Excursions will be provided by the L.O.C

4.0 Special Request for alternative Accommodation

Any delegate who wishes to make alternative accommodation arrangements other than what is listed on the this site should contact Mrs Ebba Masiri +263 776 002 853 or e-Mail [email protected]

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Please specify the type of accommodation you would prefer and the price range you are comfortable with. This is an exceptional service which should not attract every delegate to the Conference.

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Conference Registration Form

Please complete all details on this registration form and submit it by email or fax together with your proof of payment to :- [email protected] Fax:- :-+263 4 307435

PERSONAL DETAILS

FULL NAME(S)................................................................NAME OF ORGANISATION.................................

BUSINESS ADDRESS...................................................................................................................................

CITY.................................................................................COUNTRY..........................................................

PHONE NUMBER.............................................................MOBILE NUMBER............................................

E-MAIL..............................................................................FAX..................................................................

NEXT OF KIN (In case of Emergency)

FULL NAME(S)....................................................................RELATIONSHIP...............................................

PHONE NUMBER...............................................................MOBILE NUMBER...........................................

CONFERENCE FEES

Local Delegates : USD 120

Other Delegates : USD 150

BANKING DETAILS

Account Name : Southern Africa Association for Educational Assessment

Name of Bank : CBZ Bank, ZIMBABWE

Account Number : 02124035480026

Branch : Selous Avenue

Swift Code : COBZZWHA

Branch Sort Code : 6109

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Fight Details

Please download the form below and enter your flight details as given in the example and submit your form via fax or email to [email protected] Fax:-+263 4 307435

COUNTRY

NAME OF DELEGATE

ARRIVAL DATE

ARRIVAL TIME

FLIGHT NUMBER

DEPATURE DATE

DEPATURE TIME

FLIGHT NUMBER

ANOTHER Mr SAAEA CONFERENCE 16 May 1245hrs UM1805 21 May 1445hrs UM2015