Assessment for Learning

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The expiry date of this unit is 31/07/2024.

Overview

Framework:
Access to HE
Level:
Level 3
Unit No:
QU025916
Credits:
6
Guided learning hours:
Not available

Qualification Grading Type

Graded

Grade Descriptors

  • GD1-Understanding the subject
  • GD4-Use of information
  • GD5-Communication and presentation
  • GD7-Quality

Unit Learning Outcomes

1.

Understand assessment methods used in the learning environment.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1

    Explain a range of assessment methods used in educational settings.

  • 1.2

    Evaluate three of the assessment methods researched.

  • 1.3
    Select one of the assessment methods researched and explain how this method promotes learner involvement and supports the individual learner needs.
2.

Understand the value of the assessment cycle.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1

    Explain the assessment cycle.

  • 2.2

    Analyse the use of the assessment cycle in a specific subject area or for a particular age group.

  • 2.3
    Develop possible resources for each of the following

    a) initial assessment

    b) formative assessment

    c) summative assessment.

  • 2.4
    Evaluate the effectiveness of the selected resources.
3.

Know how to develop an assessment system to support learner's achievement and progression.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1

    Analyse current ways of assessing and supporting learners in the learning environment.

  • 3.2

    Develop an alternative method of assessment for a specific purpose/individual need.

  • 3.3

    Evaluate the effectiveness of the assessment method.

4.

Be able to use feedback techniques.

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1

    Explain three different styles of feedback relevant to a specific subject area.

  • 4.2

    Analyse a written assignment, producing written feedback.

  • 4.3

    Evaluate own skills in providing feedback.

5.

Understand the importance of assessment records in supporting learning.

Assessment Criteria

  • 5.1
    Clarify different methods of recording assessment.
  • 5.2

    Discuss the importance of assessment records from an organisational perspective.

  • 5.3

    Evaluate the effectiveness of assessment records in supporting learners.