IQA Units 1 and 2


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Internal Quality Assurance (IQA) Units 1 and 2

Unit 1 - Understanding the principles and practices of internally assuring the quality of assessment

Unit 2 - Internally assure the quality of assessment

  • Self-assessment grids
  • Guidance for achieving the units
  • Assessment plans
  • Information leaflets
  • Assignments
  • Observation checklist
  • Handouts
  • Templates & completed examples
  • Checklists
  • PowerPoints
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    Unit 3 - Plan, allocate and monitor work in own area of responsibility

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    These units are together as unit 1 is theory and unit 2 is practice.


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    Self-assessment grids  


    UNIT ONE Self-assessment grid (in Word) (50p)
    (Ref SAI01L4)
    3 page template listing all the learning outcomes and assessment criteria for the unit Understanding the principles and practices of internally assuring the quality 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 SAI02L4)
    2 page template listing all the learning outcomes and assessment criteria for the unit Internally assure the quality 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.


    Guidance for achieving the units


    UNIT ONE Guidance for evidencing achievement - Completed example of a self-assessment grid (£4.50)
    (Ref PGI01L4)
    9 pages listing guidance and evidence to meet the assessment criteria for the unit Understanding the principles and practices of internally assuring the quality of assessment. 


    UNIT TWO Guidance for evidencing achievement - Completed example of a self-assessment grid (£4.50)
    (Ref PGI02L4)
    10 pages listing guidance and evidence which could be produced to meet the assessment criteria for the unit Internally assure the quality of assessment.


    Assessment plans  


    UNIT ONE Assessment plan (in Word) (£1.50)
    (Ref AT062)
    4 page assessment plan template for assessors of the unit Understanding the principles and practices of internally assuring the quality 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 AT063)
    4 page assessment plan template for assessors of the unit Internally assure the quality 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.


    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 Internal Quality Assurance (IQA) Units (£1.50)
    (Ref G9005)
    5 pages covering: • The IQA Awards and Certificate • Award in Understanding the internal quality assurance of assessment processes and practice • Award in the internal quality assurance of assessment processes and practice • Certificate in leading the internal quality assurance of assessment processes and practice • Achieving the units • Internal quality assurance cycle • Reading list • Website list


    Information Leaflet - Key Concepts and Principles of IQA (£1.50)
    (Ref I9002)
    7 pages covering: • Why should IQA take place? • The functions of IQA • IQA cycle • Key concepts of IQA • IQA rationale • Key principles of IQA • Roles and responsibilities of an IQA • Regulations, legislation, policies and procedures • Reading list • Website list 


    Information Leaflet - Planning IQA activities (£1.50)
    (Ref I9005)
    7 pages covering: • Factors to consider when planning • IQA strategy •  IQA activities • Sample plans • Managing risk • Preparing for an EQA visit •  Using technology • Reading list • Website list 


    Information Leaflet - Standardising Assessment and IQA practice (£1.50)
    (Ref I9004)
    3 pages covering · What is standardisation? · Benefits of standardisation · Standardisation activities · IQA team activities • Reading list • Website list


    Information Leaflet - IQA Records (£1.50)
    (Ref I9007)
    3 pages covering: • Record keeping • Reasons for keeping IQA records • Data Protection  â€¢ Confidentiality • Examples of IQA records • Reading list • Website list 
    (See the template section below for blank IQA templates and completed examples)


    Information Leaflet - Making IQA Decisions and Providing Feedback (£1.50)
    (Ref I9003)
    7 pages covering: • Factors influencing decisions • Making a decision: observing practice • Making a decision: sampling work • Appeals • Feedback • Different feedback methods • Providing feedback • Reading list • Website list


    Information Leaflet - Evaluating IQA practice, and Continuing Professional Development (£1.50)
    (Ref I9006)
    5 pages covering: • Why evaluate IQA practice? • How to evaluate IQA 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, an assignment is available for unit 2.

    You must be a centre delivering the qualifications and be able to provide your centre name, number and awarding organisation name. All purchasers will be checked. 

    Assignments will not be sold to learners.


    Observation checklist â€“ for assessors of IQA Unit 2


    Observation and question checklist for IQA unit two: Internally assure the quality of assessment (in Word) (£4.00)
    (Ref IC002) 
    5 page template in Word with detailed information for observing and asking questions for each of the assessment criteria of the unit Internally assure the quality of assessment. An overall feedback page is also included. The pro-forma can easily be adapted to suit your own requirements.


    Handouts 


    Handout – IQA Roles and Responsibilities (50p)
    (Ref I9009)
    1 page list of approximately 30 Internal Quality Assurer roles and responsibilities.


    Handout - The role of a Lead IQA (£1.50)  (Ref C9055)

    3 pages covering what the lead IQA role involves, with approximately 30 responsibilities, details of how to perform the role effectively, relevant books and websites.


    Handout - Quality Assurance Cycle (£1.50)
    (Ref I9014) 
    3 pages of information and diagrams explaining the internal quality assurance cycle, and the overal organisational quality assurance cycle. (Quality Assurance covers all processes within an organisation, whereas IQA focuses on the quality of the assessment process.)


    Handout - Table of Example IQA Records (50p)
    (Ref I9013)
    1 page of information detailing over 30 different examples of IQA records.


    Handout - Managing risks (£1.00)
    (Ref I9017)
    2 pages of information listing approximately 40 aspects an IQA should look out for.


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


    Templates and completed examples 


    Templates – A full set of IQA Plans and Records (in Word) (£3.00)
    Can be used by IQAs who do not have their own record system
    (Ref AT006)
    7 templates in Word (with instructions) plus a sample agenda for a team meeting, for you to amend to suit your own requirements. Includes: Observation Plan, Meeting and standardisation plan, Sample plan and tracking sheet, Training delivery checklist, Assessor observation checklist, Learner discussion checklist, Internal quality assurance sample report. (Completed examples are available to purchase below Ref I9016.) 


    A full set of completed examples of IQA Plans and Records (£4.00)
    (Ref I9016)
    7 pages of completed examples of: Observation Plan, Meeting and standardisation plan, Sample plan and tracking sheet, Training delivery checklist, Assessor observation checklist, Learner discussion checklist, Internal quality assurance sample report. (A set of blank forms in Word is available to purchase above Ref AT006.)


    Template - Standardisation record for assessed work (in Word) (50p)
    (Ref AT002)
    2 page template in Word which can be used to document the re-assessment and 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 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. This is from the perspective of an assessor but it will give you an idea of how to complete it. (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 (CPD) Development Record (80p)
    (Ref A9061)
    1 page completed example of a CPD record. This is from the perspective of an assessor but it will give you an idea of how to complete it. (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 I9015A.)  


    Completed Example of a Reflective Learning Journal (RLJ) (£1.50)
    (Ref I9015A)
    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  


    Preparing for an EQA visit (£1.50)
    (Ref I9018)
    4 pages of information regarding an EQA visit, along with a checklist of what to prepare in advance of the visit.


    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, assessors and IQAs ensure they are working towards the requirement of advancing equality and diversity. 


    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 Internal Quality Assurance (IQA) Units (£10.00)
    (Ref G0005)
    15 slides with presenter notes covering:
    • The IQA Awards and Certificate  • Award in Understanding the internal quality assurance of assessment processes and practice • Award in the internal quality assurance of assessment processes and practice • Certificate in leading the internal quality assurance of assessment processes and practice • Achieving the units • Internal quality assurance cycle • Summary quiz • Reading list • Website list


    PowerPoint – Key Concepts and Principles of IQA (£10.00)
    (Ref I0002)
    20 slides with presenter notes covering:
    • Why should IQA take place? • The functions of IQA • IQA cycle • Key concepts of IQA • IQA rationale • Key principles of IQA • Role & responsibilities of an IQA • Regulations, Policies and Procedures • Summary quiz • Reading list • Website list  


    PowerPoint – Planning IQA activities (£10.00)
    (Ref I0005)
    22 slides with presenter notes covering:
    • Factors to consider when planning • IQA strategy •  IQA activities • Sample plans • Managing risk • Preparing for an EQA visit •  Using technology • Summary quiz • Reading list • Website list 


    PowerPoint – Standardising Assessment and IQA practice (£10.00)
    (Ref I0004)
    18 slides with presenter notes covering:
    · What is standardisation? · Benefits of standardisation · Standardisation activities · IQA team activities • Summary quiz • Reading list • Website list


    PowerPoint – IQA Records (£10.00)
    (Ref I0007)
    17 slides with presenter notes covering:
    • Record keeping • Reasons for keeping IQA records • Data Protection â€¢ Confidentiality • Examples of IQA records • Summary quiz • Reading list • Website list 


    PowerPoint – Making IQA Decisions and Providing Feedback (£10.00)
    (Ref I0003)
    27 slides with presenter notes covering:
    • Factors influencing decisions • Making a decision: observing practice • Making a decision: sampling work • Appeals • Feedback • Different feedback methods • Providing feedback • Summary quiz • Reading list • Website list 


    PowerPoint – Evaluating IQA practice, and Continuing Professional Development (£10.00)
    (Ref I0006)
    26 slides with presenter notes covering:
    • Why evaluate IQA practice? • How to evaluate IQA 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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