As a trainer we need to know what an assessment is
“An Assessment is a way of finding out if learning has taken place. It enables you, the assessor to ascertain if your student has gained the required skills and knowledge needed at a given point towards a course or qualifications”
Ann Gravells – Preparing to teach in the lifelong learning sector.
Types of assessment I would use are:- • Initial • Diagnostic • Formative • Summative
When I assessing I will ensure the assessments are as follows:- • Valid • Authentic • Current • Sufficient • Fair
In the subject area in which I teach an