Understanding the principles and Practises of Assessment.
I need to relate some of the questions to my job role which is a train driver. 1.1: Explain the function 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 the assessment in your own area of practice 2.1: Compare the strengths and limitations of a range of assessment methods with reference to the needs of the individual learners. 3.1: Summarise the key factors to consider when planning assessments. 3.2: Evaluate the benefits of using a holistic approach to assessment. 3.3: Explain how to apply holistic assessment when planning assessment 3.4: Summarise the types of risks that may be involved in assessment in your own area of responsibility. 3.4: Summarise the types of risks that may be involved in assessment in your own area of responsibility. [unique_solution]4.1: Explain the importance of involving the learner and others in 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-evaluation 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 neds of individual learners. 5.1: Explain how to judge whether evidence is valid, authentic, current and sufficient. 5.2: Explain how to ensure that assessment decisions are made against specified criteria, reliable and fair. 6.1: Evaluate the importance of quality assurance in the assessment process. 6.2: Summarise the quality assurance and standardisation procedures in your own area of practice. 6.3: Summarise the relevant procedures when there are disputes concerning assessment in your 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 contributes 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 the requirements for equality and diversity and, where appropriate, bilingualism as appropriate to assessment. 8.4: Explain the value of reflective practice and continuing professional development in the assessment process.