Structure of a lesson plan for "Developing Assessment Tools"

Competencies/objectives:

At the completion of this module, the assessor will be able to develop assessment tools

Approximate duration

3 hours

Learning Outcomes

1. Determine the relevant standards against which the candidate is being assessed
2. Select assessment method(s) that meet the needs of the candidates and the organisation seeking to assess
3. Develop assessment tools that will:
• reflect the principles of assessment
• incorporate principles of access and equity
• meet the rules of evidence
• provide choice, where appropriate
• are sequenced to reflect competency development
• are user friendly
• are practicable
4. Ensure clear and specific instructions for assessors are included
5. Take into account storage and retrieval needs of the assessment tool
6. Review and trial assessment tools to validate their applicability

Content

1. Determining the standards for assessment
2. Efficient evidence gathering
3. Selecting assessment methods using an assessment matrix
4. Developing assessment tools
5. Developing assessment criteria
6. Developing assessment policies
7. Trialling assessment tools

Delivery strategies

• Presentation
• Discussion
• Activities

Resource requirements

• ASC Assessor Training Participant Manual
• ASC Assessor Training Presenter’s Guide