the Lifelong Learning Sector (CTLLS) City & Guilds 7304 |CTLLS | |Initial Assessment | John Neil First Please replace the “Candidate Name” one the above page with your name‚ thank you. The purpose of this document: City and Guilds require that a “thorough” initial assessment is carried out prior to the start of a CTLLS course. Consequently we are giving you
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in the Lifelong Learning Sector. Maidenhead: Open University Press. Wallace‚ S. (2007) Teaching‚ Tutoring and Training in the Lifelong Learning Sector. 3rd ed. Exeter: Learning Matters Ltd. Wilson‚ L. (2008) Practical Teaching: A Guide to PTLLS & CTLLS. Andover: Cengage Learning EMEA. Moser‚ C. (1999) Improving Literacy and Numeracy: A Fresh Start [online]. Department for Education and Skills. Available from: http://www.lifelonglearning.co.uk/mosergroup/ [Accessed 1 February 2011]. Leitch‚ S. (2006)
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1.1 Explain the role of initial and diagnostic assessment in agreeing individual learning goals. Initial and diagnostic assessments should effectively diagnose learners’ strengths and weaknesses. Learners who know what their strengths are and which areas they need to improve are more likely be motivated and “know what is expected of them” (Gravells‚ 2012‚ p.50) to progress and meet the requirements of a course or programme. In order to determine “the level and which specific aspects learners need
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CTLLS Unit 3 Learning Journal 13th July 2008 Principles and Practice of Assessment In my teaching I am constantly assessing the learners on how they are doing and this is through questioning techniques such as can they describe what was learnt last week‚ what did we do‚ who can explain the word construction and how does this word fit in to this sentence. This is a good method of checking to see if learners have picked up on what has been taught and it also gives the tutor reassurance
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What went well? I started off my presentation by introducing myself to the class. When introducing myself I informed the class of my name‚ job title‚ workplace‚ the type of students that I teach and what I teach. I do this to give a clear outline of who I am and my job role. During my presentation I tried not to speak too fast‚ tried to make eye contact with the whole group and ensured that I didn’t remain static. I chose to include graphics in my power point and used handouts to help my
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Key Concepts and the Principles of Assessment “Assessment focuses on the learners’ performance. It is about measuring achievement‚ both ongoing (formative) and at the end of the programme (summative).” Wallace. S (2007: 118) Assessment is a process through which we gauge a learners level and progression‚ ensuring learning is taking place and the learner is developing their skills and knowledge. Susan Wallace recognises the importance of assessment as more than a means of determining learner
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Assessments are used so that we can check that learning has taken place and to what extent. I use assessments at all stages of the learning process in line with organizational requirements. In order to prepare effective assessments we need to think about the key concepts and principles. It starts with validity. We need to make sure learners understand what we are actually assessing or measuring. For example are we assessing learners’ writing and reading skills when it is an assessment in Maths
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Assessment is a vital element in the learning process to aid both the teacher and learner’s understanding of their strengths and weaknesses. It evaluates if learning has taken place and helps to aid teacher’s planning to ensure that the student meets the learning objectives. Teachers carry out assessment for a multitude of reasons. Data is required by managers and the institution for which they work‚ and ultimately can affect funding levels. Students themselves often desire a grade to understand
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a) Produce an assignment which analyses ways you can use technology to enhance learning and teaching. (ref. 3.1) b) Evaluate the benefits and limitations of using technology in learning and teaching. (ref. 3.2) The impact of the Modern technology on our day-to-day lives is very dramatic and prompt but for embedding the full potential of that in teaching and learning area has still yet to come. If you compare a classroom from 100 years ago to one of the nowadays modern equipped one you will notice
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PPA Level 4 Assignment 2.3 Theory 1 Produce a methodology for the chosen area of research‚ the approach taken and a précis of findings. Research the following points and produce a written rationale for each of the following Principles of assessment‚ different methods‚ strengths and limitations of these‚ relevant to their subject area‚ which can effectively meet the individual needs of learners. Peer and self-assessment; how this can promote learner involvement and personal responsibility
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