Why You Should Consider AET alongside the CAVA
Before we fully answer this question for you, let’s have a quick recap on the acronyms AET and CAVA. Firstly, AET is the Level 3 Award in Education and Training. This qualification is an introduction to teaching, giving you an insight into the roles and responsibilities. You will also learn how to plan and deliver […]
Distance Learning Courses – Preparing Yourself
There are many benefits of completing an online learning course, and there has been a real rise in the popularity of distance learning over the past few years. It is a great flexible alternative to traditional studying, and allows you to fit your learning in around both your work and personal commitments. Distance learning means […]
Apprenticeship Assessment ‘Flexibilities’ Here To Stay?
If you are an Assessor, you will have noticed during lockdown that there has been a slight reform in how end-point assessments have been carried out. EPAs usually involve a face-to-face element, which just hasn’t been possible due to social distancing restrictions. However, due to COVID-19, learners have been able to be assessed remotely rather […]
How to Give Constructive Assessment Feedback
We touched on the subject area of assessment feedback recently when we delved into the praise sandwich. Giving feedback is one of the hardest tasks of an Assessor and can be very challenging. You need to get the balance right; letting the learner know how they need to improve, whilst providing them with motivation and […]
Gathering Evidence | Good VS Bad Practice in Assessing
As an Assessor, you will be responsible for collecting evidence produced by your learner throughout the duration of their qualification or apprenticeship. This evidence forms part of the competency units, showing the learner has met the standards required. The role of an Assessor also includes giving feedback and offering advice if the standards have not […]