1.1 Explain The Function Of Assessment In Learning And Development
1.1 Explain the function of assessment in learning and development
The function of assessment in learning and development is primarily to provide evidence that a learner/student is making progress within their chosen qualification. The purpose of most forms of assessment is to be able to confirm and record how much progression an individual learner has achieved. Assessments are carried out to ensure that learning has taken place. An assessment should measure the learner’s knowledge and skills in their chosen subject. Assessment should encourage learners to ask questions on anything they have not fully understood, as in not doing so will create barriers to them being able to evidence their knowledge base against the standards/qualification
The function of assessment in learning and development is primarily to provide evidence that a learner/student is making progress within their chosen qualification. The purpose of most forms of assessment is to be able to confirm and record how much progression an individual learner has achieved. Assessments are carried out to ensure that learning has taken place. An assessment should measure the learner’s knowledge and skills in their chosen subject. Assessment should encourage learners to ask questions on anything they have not fully understood, as in not doing so will create barriers to them being able to evidence their knowledge base against the standards/qualification