Learner Unit Achievement Checklist

SEG Awards Certa Level 3 Award in Understanding the Principles and Practices of Assessment

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SEG Awards Certa Level 3 Award in Understanding the Principles and Practices of Assessment

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Notes to learners – this checklist is to be completed, to show that you have met all the mandatory and required optional units for the qualification.

D/601/5313 Understanding the principles and practices of assessment - Mandatory Unit

Assessment Criteria	Evidence (Brief description/title)	Portfolio Reference	Date Completed	Comment
1.1 Explain the functions of assessment in learning and development. 1.2 Define the key concepts and principles of assessment. 1.3 Explain the responsibilities of the assessor. 1.4 Identify the regulations and requirements relevant to assessment in own area of practice.
2.1 Compare the strengths and limitations of a range of assessment methods with reference to the needs of individual learners.
3.1 Summarise key factors to consider when planning assessment. 3.2 Evaluate the benefits of using a holistic approach to assessment. 3.3 Explain how to plan a holistic approach to Assessment. 3.4 Summarise the types of risks that may be involved in assessment in own area of responsibility. 3.5 Explain how to minimise risks through the planning process.
4.1 Explain the importance of involving the learner and others in the assessment process. 4.2 Summarise types of information that should be made available to learners and others involved in the assessment process. 4.3 Explain how peer and self-assessment can be used effectively to promote learner involvement and personal responsibility in the assessment of learning. 4.4 Explain how assessment arrangements can be adapted to meet the needs of individual learners.
5.1 Explain how to judge whether evidence is: Sufficient Authentic Current. 5.2 Explain how to ensure that assessment decisions are: Made against specified criteria valid Reliable Fair.
6.1 Evaluate the importance of quality assurance in the assessment process. 6.2 Summarise quality assurance and standardisation procedures in own area of practice. 6.3 Summarise the procedures to follow when there are disputes concerning assessment in own area of practice.
7.1 Explain the importance of following procedures for the management of information relating to assessment. 7.2 Explain how feedback and questioning contribute to the assessment process.
8.1 Explain legal issues, policies and procedures relevant to assessment, including those for confidentiality, health, safety and welfare. 8.2 Explain the contribution that technology can make to the assessment process. 8.3 Evaluate requirements for equality and diversity and, where appropriate, bilingualism in relation to assessment. 8.4 Explain the value of reflective practice and continuing professional development in the assessment process.

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