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Evidence gathering methods

Evidence gathering methods describe the approach that is used by the assessor for collecting the evidence required for assessment

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Types of evidence gathering methods

Real work / real time observation third party reports Structured activities demonstration Questioning Oral / interview Written Portfolio candidate collection of evidence

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Evidence Gathering Tools

Evidence gathering tools are the actual instruments that the assessor uses to collect evidence. Such as: observation checklist (Practical) question list demonstration of a work activity (Practical) written test (Knowledge) interview

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Purpose of evidence gathering tools

Help candidate understand what is expected Focus for the assessor in evidence gathering Record assessment outcome Identify what action is needed to address skill and knowledge gaps

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Observation
Observation is a key form of evidence

gathering

Observation should collect evidence of all

components of competence, including the dimensions of competence not just performance carried out as part of the assessment process

Need evidence of everyday performance,

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Observation Checklists
Checklists are extremely useful tools for structuring observations.

They can act as a: prompt for the assessor guide for the candidate.

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Preparing Checklists

Read the unit of competence What evidence must be observed while the work activity is being performed? What dimensions of competence can be observed? Use a template and enter the observation points in the template

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Observation is not appropriate for ...

activities that occur irregularly, take place over an extended period of time or are difficult to observe activities that require privacy and confidentiality situations where it may be culturally inappropriate to observe the activity situations where workplace safety may be compromised.

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Questioning is appropriate for ...

Times when observation cannot

be used
Verifying observations
Underpinning knowledge

Dimensions of competence

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Types of questions*
Extension Contingency

Safety Infrequent activities Regulations and procedures

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Extension Questions

What would you do if ? (a similar but different situation) What if you were using instead of ? (alternative equipment/procedures etc) (preventative safety measure)

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What would you do in the event of ? (accident or emergency) What would you do if ... ? (equipment broke down or something malfunctioned) What would you do if (complaint was made or conflict occurred) How do you avoid ? (preventative safety measure)

Contingency Questions

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Safety Questions

What precautions must you take when ?

What safety equipment and clothing should you use when ?

Why shouldnt you ? (procedure or activity that is not permitted)

What would you do if ? (dangerous situation) How do you avoid ? (preventative safety measure)

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What would you do if ? (rarely occurring but critical situation) If happened, what action would you take?

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Questions on Regulations and Procedures

What are the regulations in respect of ?

What are the specified procedures or steps to ?

What checks are required by the manufacturer to ? What is the regulation that covers ? (situation or activity) What are the organisational regulations that apply when happens?.

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Develop an evidence gathering tool

Select the unit Read the unit Identify the required evidence Identify the evidence gathering method Complete the Evidence Plan Select the appropriate template Complete the template Check the evidence gathering tools against the Evidence Plan and unit of competence Check the tool with another assessor

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Knowledge Test

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Purpose of Knowledge Test

A knowledge test is a set of questions or a series of tasks that candidates answer orally or in writing Testing is conducted for a variety of purposes
find out what the candidate has learned determine the candidates strengths and weaknesses in regards to the knowledge that underpins competent performance find out what the candidate needs to learn
Testing is one method of gathering evidence about the candidates understanding of the knowledge that underpins competent performance

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Identifying the Knowledge that underpins competent performance Test must focus on the knowledge specified in the relevant unit of competency Required information: key areas of knowledge required for competent performance depth and breadth of knowledge required
In gathering these information the assessor needs to read the entire unit and pay particular attention to the list of underpinning knowledge specified in the Evidence Guide

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