1.1 Func Assessments
Level Three and Four Awards and Certificates in Assessment and Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment
Unit 1: Understanding the principles and practices of assessment – Indicative Content This unit is for those who wish to gain an understanding of the principles and practices of assessment before they begin to practically assess where their job role does not require them to assess. Title Understanding the principles and practices of assessment – This is a knowledge based unit which gives anyone who is interested in or needs to know about assessment and quality assurance the opportunity to acquire knowledge about the roles involved in this area of learning and development.
Scope of the unit Those who undertake this unit will have a better understanding of the function of assessment and will be able to weigh up the appropriateness of different types of assessment methods, so that assessment plans that are responsive to different learner needs and delivery contexts are developed and used. A key focus of the unit is to involve the learners in the assessment process so they see it as an integral part of their learning experience. The unit emphasises the key role of being able to make assessment decisions that are based on assessment criteria. Those in the role of assessor need to appreciate the fundamental need to provide appropriate feedback to the learner along with data relating to learners’ progress towards achievement. To further appreciate how assessment practice and quality assurance are inextricably linked, assessors will contribute to accurate record keeping and ensure that they meet legal, equality and good practice requirements in relation to assessment. Level 3 Credit Value 3
Level Three and Four Awards and Certificates in Assessment and Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment
Learning outcomes The learner will: 1. Understand the principles and requirements of assessment
Assessment criteria The learner can: 1.1. Explain the functions of
Unit 1: Understanding the principles and practices of assessment – Indicative Content This unit is for those who wish to gain an understanding of the principles and practices of assessment before they begin to practically assess where their job role does not require them to assess. Title Understanding the principles and practices of assessment – This is a knowledge based unit which gives anyone who is interested in or needs to know about assessment and quality assurance the opportunity to acquire knowledge about the roles involved in this area of learning and development.
Scope of the unit Those who undertake this unit will have a better understanding of the function of assessment and will be able to weigh up the appropriateness of different types of assessment methods, so that assessment plans that are responsive to different learner needs and delivery contexts are developed and used. A key focus of the unit is to involve the learners in the assessment process so they see it as an integral part of their learning experience. The unit emphasises the key role of being able to make assessment decisions that are based on assessment criteria. Those in the role of assessor need to appreciate the fundamental need to provide appropriate feedback to the learner along with data relating to learners’ progress towards achievement. To further appreciate how assessment practice and quality assurance are inextricably linked, assessors will contribute to accurate record keeping and ensure that they meet legal, equality and good practice requirements in relation to assessment. Level 3 Credit Value 3
Level Three and Four Awards and Certificates in Assessment and Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment
Learning outcomes The learner will: 1. Understand the principles and requirements of assessment
Assessment criteria The learner can: 1.1. Explain the functions of