CTP Notes 27th March

Day Twentysix

“What is the purpose of assessment, why do we do it and when?”

Definition of Assessment – Determine the transfer of learning

What is it / its purpose? A confirmation of skill, demonstration of learning, feedback, competence test,

Why do it? To gain licence to sell (role plays), to confirm learning has taken place, check suitability, satisfy legal requirements, to assess the training / trainer it / him / her self, to assess experience or expertise.

When to do it? At the beginning and end of sessions, before the end of probation, after the course has finished, on-the-job (continuous assessment)

Assessment forms part of an evaluation” – has the learner learnt?


Assessment is an activity which is designed to test the learners’ knowledge, skills and / or competence made about whether learning has taken place.

Making it measurable – linking the assessment to the objectives.

Assessment
What is the purpose of assessment?
¨ To enable the trainer to judge the learners’ progress
¨ To provide the learner with feedback
¨ To ensure the session has produced the desired outcomes and
¨ Diagnostic

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When is assessment used in a training session?
At the end of a topic, section or session (consolidation)

Assessment Methods for…

Knowledge
Skills
Test
Demonstration
Examination
Role play
Q & A session
Performance
Quiz
Project completion
Interview
Observation (covert and overt)
Case study review / report
Presentation
Role play
Competition
Essays / assignment / report
360° feedback
Observation
Key Performance Indicators
Facilitated discussion

Brainstorm



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What factors influence the choice of Assessment method?

Time
Cost
Learning outcome
Legal factors
Requirement to produce evidence
Size of group
Environment
Logistics
Language / equality / diversity
Vocation
Trainer capabilities
Health & Safety

CB and Julie’s little role play about giving feedback after an assessment.
“Thank you for that. Parts of that were great – the introduction and the graphics. However (Jane L suggested against using “however” as this sounded condemnatory – not her word, I’m paraphrasing) And next time I recommend you cut out the swearing.” This generated a lot of comment!

What assessment methoods would you use?
2. Induction.
Observation
Demonstration of manual handling
Q & A verbal.