Assessment functions contributing to quality assurance and best practice Assessment is the cornerstone of quality in TVET, providing evidence that programmes meet occupational standards while informing teaching decisions and enabling equitable learning outcomes. TVET Trainer • Assessment
Identifying individual learner needs and recognition of prior learning Assessment is not simply a moment when a learner passes or fails; it is a diagnostic tool that reveals what a person can already do, what they cannot yet do, and what might be preventing them from demonstrating competence. TVET Trainer • Assessment
Measurement and Recording of Achievement in Assessments Assessment in vocational and technical education is fundamentally about judging whether a learner can do what a qualification or job requires, and then recording that judgement in a clear, reliable way. TVET Trainer • Assessment
Understand How to Involve Learners and Others in Assessment Assessment within vocational education is most effective when it is not something that is simply done to learners, but rather a process in which they are actively engaged. TVET Trainer • Assessment
Core Principles of Valid Assessment In TVET, effective assessment hinges on five core principles—validity, reliability, sufficiency, authenticity and currency—which guide assessors to gather trustworthy evidence of a learner's competence. TVET Trainer • Assessment
How assessment informs teaching and motivates learners Assessment in TVET serves as a dynamic tool that informs precise teaching plans, turns feedback into measurable improvement actions, and motivates learners by focusing on progress and relevance, ultimately tailoring approaches to diverse needs for effective vocational training. TVET Trainer • Assessment
