Assessment Units 1,2,3


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Assessment units 1, 2 and 3

  • Self-assessment grids
  • Guidance for achieving the units
  • Assessment plans
  • Information leaflets
  • Assignments
  • Observation checklists
  • Handouts
  • Templates & completed examples
  • Checklists
  • PowerPoints
  • Unit 1 - Understanding the principles and practices of assessment

    Unit 2 - Assess occupational competence in the work environment 

    Unit 3 - Assess vocational skills, knowledge and understanding

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    Self-assessment grids 


    UNIT ONE Self-assessment grid (in Word) (50p)
    (Ref SAA01L3)
    3 page template listing all the learning outcomes and assessment criteria for the unit Understanding the principles and practices of assessment. The document is in Word to enable you to type in your statements to meet the assessment criteria. See the 'Guidance for evidencing achievement' in the section below here, for examples of what to write to meet the criteria.


    UNIT TWO Self-assessment grid (in Word) (50p)
    (Ref SAA02L3)
    2 page template listing all the learning outcomes and assessment criteria for the unit Assess occupational competence in the work environment. The document is in Word to enable you to type in your statements to meet the assessment criteria. See the 'Guidance for evidencing achievement' in the section below here, for examples of what to write to meet the criteria.


    UNIT THREE Self-assessment grid (in Word) (50p)
    (Ref SAA03L3)
    3 page template listing all the learning outcomes and assessment criteria for the unit Assess vocational skills, knowledge and understanding. The document is in Word to enable you to type in your statements to meet the assessment criteria. See the 'Guidance for evidencing achievement' in the section below here, for examples of what to write to meet the criteria.


    Guidance for achieving the units 


    UNIT ONE Guidance for evidencing achievement - Completed example of a self-assessment grid (£4.50)
    (Ref PGA01L3)
    16 pages listing guidance and evidence which could be produced to meet the learning outcomes and assessment criteria for the unit Understanding the principles and practices of assessment. 


    UNIT TWO Guidance for evidencing achievement - Completed example of a self-assessment grid (£4.50)
    (Ref PGA02L3)
    9 pages listing guidance and evidence which could be produced to meet the learning outcomes and assessment criteria for the unit Assess occupational competence in the work environment.


    UNIT THREE Guidance for evidencing achievement - Completed example of a self-assessment grid (£4.50)
    (Ref PGA03L3)
    10 pages listing guidance and evidence which could be produced to meet the learning outcomes and assessment criteria for the unit Assess vocational skills, knowledge and understanding.


    Assessment plans  


    UNIT ONE Assessment plan (in Word) (£1.50)
    (Ref AT058)
    5 page assessment plan template for the unit Understanding the principles and practices of assessment. The plan is in Word for you to amend according to the assessment methods you will use and the target dates you will set. It lists the learning outcomes and assessment criteria with a few suggested activities as a starting point.


    UNIT TWO Assessment plan (in Word) (£1.50)

    (Ref AT059)
    4 page assessment plan template for the unit Assess occupational competence in the work environment. The plan is in Word for you to amend according to the assessment methods you will use and the target dates you will set. It lists the learning outcomes and assessment criteria with a few suggested activities as a starting point.


    UNIT THREE Assessment plan (in Word) (£1.50)
    (Ref AT060)
    4 page assessment plan template for the unit Assess vocational skills, knowledge and understanding. The plan is in Word for you to amend according to the assessment methods you will use and the target dates you will set. It lists the learning outcomes and assessment criteria with a few suggested activities as a starting point.


    Information leaflets  

    The information leaflets briefly cover all the learning outcomes and assessment criteria for this unit. However, learners are advised to research the topics further if working towards the qualification. PowerPoints are available for teachers which contain similar information to the information leaflets, but also include detailed presenter notes and activities for learners. Please scroll to the end of the page.


    Information Leaflet - An introduction to the three Assessor Units (£1.50)
    (Ref G9004)

    5 pages covering: • The Assessor Awards and Certificate • Award in understanding the principles and practices of assessment • Award in assessing competence in the work environment • Award in assessing vocationally related achievement • Certificate in assessing vocational achievement (CAVA) • Achieving the units • Assessment cycle • Reading list • Website list


    Information Leaflet - Key Concepts and Principles of Assessment (£1.50)
    (Ref A9001) 
    7 pages covering: • Why should assessment take place? • The key concepts of assessment • Principles of assessment • VARCS & SMART • Role & responsibilities of an assessor • Regulations & legislation relating to assessment • Policies and procedures • Reading list • Website list 


    Information Leaflet - Planning Assessment (£1.50)
    (Ref A9002)
    7 pages covering: • Factors to consider when planning • Minimising risks • Involving and supporting the learner • Involving others • Activities and resources • Technology • Equality and diversity • Action plans and assessment plans • Reading list • Website list


    Information Leaflet - Assessment Types (£1.50)
    (Ref A9003) 

    5 pages covering: • What is assessment? • The assessment cycle • Assessment types: initial, diagnostic, holistic, formative and summative • Assessment methods • Reading list • Website list


    Information Leaflet - Assessment Methods (£1.50)
    (Ref A9004)
    5 pages covering: • What is assessment? • Initial, formative and summative assessment • Choosing methods • Assessment methods: informal and formal â€¢ Holistic assessment • Strengths and limitations of assessment methods •  Meeting individual needs • Reading list • Website list


    Information Leaflet – Involving learners and Others in the Assessment Process (£1.50)
    (Ref G9009)
    5 pages covering • How to involve learners in the assessment process • Self-assessment • Peer-assessment • Strengths and limitations of self- and peer-assessment • Questioning • Summary quiz • Reading list • Website list


    Information Leaflet - Making Assessment Decisions and Providing Feedback (£1.50)
    (Ref A9005)
    5 pages covering: • How to make a decision • Factors influencing decisions • Appeals and complaints • What is feedback? • Different feedback methods • How to provide feedback • Feedback hints • Reading list • Website list


    Information Leaflet - Assessment Records (£1.50)
    (Ref A9006)
    4 pages covering: • Record keeping • Examples of assessment records • Reasons for keeping assessment records • Data Protection  â€¢ Confidentiality • RARPA • Reading list • Website list 
    (See the template section below for blank templates and completed examples)


    Information Leaflet - Standardising Assessment Practice (£1.50)
    (Ref A9007)
    4 pages covering: • What is standardisation? • Benefits of standardisation • Standardisation activities • What is internal quality Assurance? • Reading list • Website list 
    (See the template section below for a blank template and completed example)


    Information Leaflet - Evaluating Assessment Practice, and Continuing Professional Development (£1.50)
    (Ref A9008)
    5 pages covering: • Why evaluate assessment practice? • How to evaluate assessment practice • What is reflective practice? • What is continuing professional development? (CPD) • Planning and maintaining CPD • Reading list • Website list


    Assignments

    An assignment and exemplar answer is available for unit 1, assignments are available for units 2 and 3. Click here for details.

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    Observation checklists â€“ for assessors of the Assessment Units


    Observation and question checklist for assessment unit two: Assess occupational competence in the work environment (in Word) (£4.00)
    (Ref AC002) 
    4 page template in Word with detailed information for observing and asking questions for each of the assessment criteria of the unit Assess occupational competence in the work environment. An overall feedback page is also included. The pro-forma can easily be adapted to suit your own requirements.   


    Observation and question checklist for assessment unit three: Assess vocational skills, knowledge and understanding (in Word) (£4.00)
    (Ref AC003) 
    4 page template in Word with detailed information for observing and asking questions for each of the assessment criteria of the unit Assess skills, knowledge and understanding.  An overall feedback page is also included. The pro-forma can easily be adapted to suit your own requirements. 


    Handouts 


    Handout – Assessor Roles and Responsibilities (50p)
    (Ref A9057)
    1 page list of over 20 examples of assessor roles and responsibilities with further information regarding the assessor role.


    Handout – Table of Assessment Types (£1.50)
    (Ref A9050)
    3 pages of information listing over 50 different assessment types with details of each. 


    Handout – Table of Assessment Methods & Approaches: Strengths and Limitations (£2.50)
    (Ref A9051)
    15 pages of information detailing over 45 different assessment methods & activities, along with the strengths and limitations of each.


    Handout – Table of Peer-and Self-assessment: Advantages and Limitations (50p)
    (Ref A9055)
    1 page of information covering approximately 25 advantages and limitations of peer and self-assessment.


    Handout - Table of Objectives (£1.00)
    (Ref U9053)
    2 pages of information regarding objectives which can be used as a basis to plan assessment activities, plus a table containing examples of over 230 objectives at different levels of learning and assessment.


    Handout – Table of Example Assessment Requirements (50p)
    (Ref A9053)
    1 page of information detailing the assessment requirements of the learner, the assessor, the organisation and the awarding organisation.


    Handout – Table of Example Assessment Records (50p)
    (Ref A9052)
    1 page of information listing over 40 different assessment records plus further information.


    Handout - Equality and Diversity, and The Equality Act 2010 (£1.50)
    (Ref I9010)
    5 pages of information regarding equality and diversity, and the main details of the Equality Act 2010.


    Handout - Equality and Diversity – Glossary of Terms (£1.50)
    (Ref I9011)
    5 page glossary of approximately 100 terms relating to equality and diversity.


    Handout - Table of resources which could be used for teaching, learning and assessment (£1.00)
    (Ref H9012)
    1 page table listing over 100 resources which can be used for teaching, learning and assessment.


    Handout - List of technologies which could be used teaching, learning and assessment (50p)
    (Ref H9019)
    1 page listing over 36 different technologies and media which can be used for teaching, learning and assessment purposes.


    Handout - Table of potential learner needs and points of referral (50p)
    (Ref H9020A)
    2 pages containing two tables, one of approximately 40 examples of potential needs, barriers and challenges, and the other of approximately 10 examples of needs with associated points of referral.


    Handout – Using questions (£1.00)
    (Ref H9028)
    3 pages of information about questions and how to use them with learners, different types of questions with examples (eg open, closed) and 15 tips to use when questioning.


    Handout – Minimising risks (£1.50)
    (Ref H9029)
    4 pages of information regarding the different types of risks which could occur during the assessment process. Includes learner risks, assessor risks, other risks, and approximately 40 examples of situations which could pose a risk to assessment.


    Handout – Key words to use when providing feedback (50p)
    (Ref H9030)
    1 page of information explaining why key words should be used when giving feedback. Includes approximately 65 examples of words which can be used to confirm success or otherwise to learners.


    Templates and completed examples  


    Templates – A full set of assessment records (in Word) (£3.00)
    Can be used by assessors who do not have their own recording system
    (AT001)
    5 templates in Word (with instructions) for you to amend to suit your own requirements:
    Initial & diagnostic assessment, action plan, assessment plan, feedback and action record, assessment tracking sheet.
    Completed examples are available to purchase below: Ref A9059


    Completed example of a full set of assessment records (£4.00)
    (Ref A9059) 
    5 completed examples of Initial & diagnostic assessment, action plan, assessment plan, feedback and action record, assessment tracking sheet. A set of blank forms in Word is available to purchase as a template above: Ref AT001


    Template - Standardisation Record for Assessed work (in Word) (50p)
    (Ref AT002)
    2 page template in Word which can be used to document the standardisation of assessment decisions. A completed example is available to purchase below: Ref A9062


    Completed example of a Standardisation Record for Assessed work (£1.50)
    (Ref A9062)
    2 page completed example of a standardisation record for the re-assessment of a learner's work towards a Customer Service qualification. A blank form in Word is available to purchase as a template above: Ref AT002


    Template – Personal Development Plan (in Word) (50p)
    (Ref AT003)
    1 page template which can be used to plan CPD activities. A completed example is available to purchase below: Ref A9060


    Completed example of a Personal Development Plan (80p)
    (Ref A9060)
    1 page completed example of a personal development plan from the perspective of an assessor. A blank form in Word is available to purchase above: Ref AT003


    Template – Continuing Professional Development Record (in Word) (50p)
    (Ref AT004)

    1 page template which can be used to document completed CPD activities. A completed example is available to purchase below: Ref A9061


    Completed example of a Continuing Professional Development Record (80p)
    (Ref A9061)
    1 page completed example of a CPD record from the perspective of an assessor. A blank form in Word is available to purchase above: Ref AT004


    Template – Reflective Learning Journal (in Word) (50p)
    (Ref AT005)
    1 page template which can be used as a reflective learning journal. A completed example is available to purchase below: Ref I9015


    Completed example of a Reflective Learning Journal (£1.50)
    (Ref I9015)
    2 page completed example of a reflective learning journal. This is from the perspective of a teacher delivering their first session to a new group of learners. However, it will give you an idea how to complete it. The detailed reflection takes into account theories such as Schon and Brookfield.  A blank form in Word is available to purchase above: Ref AT005


    Checklists  


    Checklist for Advancing Equality and Diversity (£1.50)
    (Ref HC004)
    A comprehensive 4 page checklist containing over 70 questions based on the teaching and learning cycle. Will help all teachers and assessors ensure they are working towards the requirement of advancing equality and diversity within the teaching and learning process.


    PowerPoints  

    The PowerPoints cover all the learning outcomes and assessment criteria for this unit. They include detailed presenter notes and ideas for activities for learners to carry out. Information leaflets are available for learners which contain most of the information from the PowerPoints, these can be used as handouts to support the presentation. Please scroll to the top of the page to access them.

    The content of the PowerPoints, along with the presenter notes, could easily be adapted to become online learning materials.


    PowerPoint - An introduction to the three Assessor Units (£10.00)
    (Ref G0004)
    16 slides with presenter notes covering:
    • The Assessor Awards and Certificate • Award in understanding the principles and practices of assessment • Award in assessing competence in the work environment • Award in assessing vocationally related achievement • Certificate in assessing vocational achievement (CAVA) • Achieving the units • Assessment cycle • Summary quiz • Reading list • Website list


    PowerPoint – Key Concepts and Principles of Assessment (£10.00)
    (Ref A0001)
    21 slides with presenter notes covering: 
    • Why should assessment take place? • The key concepts of assessment • Principles of assessment • VARCS & SMART • Role & responsibilities of an assessor • Regulations & legislation relating to assessment • Policies and procedures • Summary quiz • Reading list • Website list 


    PowerPoint – Planning Assessment (£10.00)
    (Ref A0002) 
    22 slides with presenter notes covering:  
    • Factors to consider when planning • Minimising risks • Involving and supporting the learner • Involving others • Activities and resources • Technology • Equality and diversity • Action plans and assessment plans • Summary quiz • Reading list • Website list


    PowerPoint – Assessment Types (£10.00)
    (Ref A0003)
    20 slides with presenter notes covering:  
    • What is assessment? • The assessment cycle • Assessment types: initial, diagnostic, holistic, formative and summative • Assessment methods • Summary quiz • Reading list • Website list


    PowerPoint – Assessment Methods (£10.00)
    (Ref A0004)
     
    21 slides with presenter notes covering:  
    • What is assessment? • Initial, formative and summative assessment • Choosing methods • Assessment methods • Holistic assessment • Strengths and limitations of assessment methods • Summary quiz • Reading list • Website list


    PowerPoint – Involving Learners and Others in the Assessment Process (£10.00)
    (Ref G0009)
    25 slides with presenter notes covering:  
    • How to involve learners in the assessment process • Self-assessment • Peer-assessment • Strengths and limitations of self- and peer-assessment • Questioning • Summary quiz • Reading list • Website list 


    PowerPoint – Making Assessment Decisions and Providing Feedback (£10.00)
    (Ref A0005)
    27 slides with presenter notes covering:  
    • How to make a decision • Factors influencing decisions • Appeals and complaints • What is feedback? • Different feedback methods • How to provide feedback • Feedback hints • Summary quiz • Reading list • Website list


    PowerPoint – Assessment Records (£10.00)
    (Ref A0006)
    21 slides with presenter notes covering:  
    • Record keeping • Examples of assessment records • Reasons for keeping assessment records • Data Protection  â€¢ Confidentiality  • RARPA • Summary quiz • Reading list • Website list


    PowerPoint – Standardising Assessment Practice (£10.00)
    (Ref A0007)
    15 slides with presenter notes covering:  
    • What is standardisation? • Benefits of standardisation • Standardisation activities • What is internal quality Assurance? • Summary quiz • Reading list • Website list


    PowerPoint – Evaluating Assessment Practice, and Continuing Professional Development (£10.00)
    (Ref A0008)
    20 slides with presenter notes covering:  
    • Why evaluate assessment practice? • How to evaluate assessment practice • What is reflective practice? • What is continuing professional development? (CPD) • Planning and maintaining CPD • Summary quiz • Reading list • Website list


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