Course Title: Assess competence in an online environment
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2024
Course Code: TCHE5962C
Course Title: Assess competence in an online environment
School: 525T Business & Enterprise
Campus: City Campus
Program: C4436 - Certificate IV in Training and Assessment
Course Contact: Jeremy Glover
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 99251485
Course Contact Email: jeremy.glover@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Course Contact: Nathan Wilkinson
Contact Details: nathan.wilkinson@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 40
Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.
Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
Nil
Course Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to assess candidate/s competence in an online environment. It involves implementing a plan for the assessment process, gathering quality evidence according to the principles of assessment and the rules of evidence, and making the assessment decision. It also involves recording and reviewing the completed assessment process.
The unit applies to individuals who use a range of technical competencies to assess candidates who are participating in assessment remotely and interacting with teachers, peers and other industry professionals by means of various electronic applications and communication channels.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
TAEASS404 Assess competence in an online environment |
Element: |
1. Prepare to assess in online environment |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Review purpose and requirements of assessment against learning outcomes 1.2 Source and interpret plan for online assessment and confirm it meets identified need and applicable organisational policies and procedures, and confirm with required personnel as required 1.3 Access information, digital resources, electronic applications and communication channels required for assessment 1.4 Confirm technology, digital tools and assessment conditions required to conduct online assessment activities 1.5 Ensure candidate/s have clear understanding of technology requirements for assessment, and where required explain, discuss and agree on details of planned online assessment and candidate's digital needs 1.6 Identify and organise required support for foundation skill, assessment and technical needs within scope of own role; and access specialist support where required |
Element: |
2. Administer online assessment |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Confirm that authentication of candidate identity and security requirements are in place according to plan 2.2 Progressively gather and record authentic evidence using required methods and tools and according to plan, organisational policies and procedures, and regulatory requirements 2.3 Troubleshoot any technological challenges or issues that arise within scope of own role, and escalate where required 2.4 Make necessary and reasonable adjustments to assessment process in relation to any candidate support needs 2.5 Facilitate two-way communication with candidate/s being assessed as required and according to regulatory requirements |
Element: |
3. Make assessment decision of evidence submitted online |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Review collected evidence and confirm it meets rules of evidence 3.2 Make and record assessment decision based on collected evidence and according to principles of assessment and organisational policies and procedures 3.3 Inform required parties of assessment decision, or confirm decision notification, according to organisational policies and procedures, and regulatory requirements 3.4 Facilitate clear and constructive two-way feedback with candidate/s regarding assessment process and decision, and clearly document any required follow-up |
Element: |
4. Finalise online assessment process |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Record and store assessment outcomes according to online assessment system, organisational policies and procedures, and regulatory requirements 4.2 Review online assessment process and seek feedback from candidate/s and required personnel, recording any relevant technological challenges or issues 4.3 Identify opportunities for future improvements and make any necessary adjustments for future assessment delivery or advise required personnel as necessary |
Learning Outcomes
Details of Learning Activities
This unit within the Certificate IV in Training and Assessment is co-delivered and overall will cover both TAEDEL405 - Plan, organise and facilitate online learning and TAEASS404 - Assess competence in an online environment. This cluster provides skills and knowledge to use a range of technical and training competencies to facilitate/assess synchronous and asynchronous individual or group learning in online environments. These learners may be participating in training remotely and interacting with teachers, peers and other industry professionals by means of various electronic applications and communication channels.
Throughout the session times; there will be an opportunity to participate and collaborate as a group; You will participate in learning activities such as: analysis of case studies and scenarios, role plays, developing learning programs, developing lesson strategies group discussions and working in groups. Other activities will include: online research, and reading articles provided by your trainer.
At RMIT Work Integrated Learning (WIL) refers to opportunities for you to experience either real or simulated workplaces within your program. WIL activities in this program include:
• Simulations of training and assessment work environments
• Work based projects completed within your own workplace.
Many students who undertake this program are already employed in a training and assessment role. Some assessment activities are conducted in a workplace and you are encouraged to use your own workplaces for this. If you do not have a workplace please consult your trainer about alternative arrangements.
Teaching Schedule
This unit is co-delivered and overall will cover both TAEDEL405 - Plan, organise and facilitate online learning and TAEASS404 - Assess competence in an online environment. Please refer to your timetable for class times and room allocation. It is expected that you attend all classes to get the best learning experience, and be assessed as competent for the unit. Please notify your teacher of an expected absence. While all course content will be delivered, the order and mode of delivery may change depending on the availability of specialist facilities and equipment. Please check Canvas regularly as any updates will be communicated by your teacher.
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Week 12 Module 1 |
7-13 October |
Topic 1: Introduction to online learning
Topic 2: Plan, organise and facilitate online learning
Commence setting up your online learning management system. Post your welcome to classroom announcement and setup assessment information for candidates. Schedule and announce times for sessions and assessment brief. Complete template TAEDEL405 1 and 2. |
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Week 13 Module 2 |
14-20 October |
Topic 1: Introduction to online competency-based assessment
Topic 2: Conduct online competency-based assessment
Continue setting up LMS with your asynchronous learning and assessment activities. Begin developing your online session plans. Complete TAEDEL405 template 3. Complete TAEASS404 template 1. |
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Week 14 Module 3 |
21-27 October |
Face 2 Face students your class will be conducted online this week Conduct online synchronous assessment
Complete template TAEASS404 2,3,4 and 5. |
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Week 15 Module 4 |
28 October - 3 November |
Face 2 Face students your class will be conducted online this week Deliver online facilitation session 1 (30min to 3 students)
Complete template TAEDEL405 4 and 5. |
Assessment Task 1 TAEASS404 Due Sunday 03/11/24 11:59PM |
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Week 16 Module 5 |
4-10 November |
Face 2 Face students your class will be conducted online this week Deliver online facilitation session 2 (30min to 3 students)
Complete template TAEDEL405 4 and 6. |
Assessment Task 1 TAEDEL405 Due Sunday 10/11/24 11:59PM |
| Week 17 | 11-17 November |
Assessment Support Session/Help Tutorial. This week does not include any new content - it is a chance for consolidation, questions, assistance with the aim of everyone submitting and finalising All outstanding Assessment Tasks. |
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| Week 18 | 18-24 November | No classes resubmissions only |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
Electronic resources can be found in the Canvas Shell (Learning management system).
- Powerpoint presentations
- Assessment examples
- Weekly Modules
University Library
The University Library has extensive resources and provides subject specialist expertise, research advice, help with referencing and support through:
The Learning Lab
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/learning-lab
The Study Support Know How workshops
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/workshops
The Study Support Hub One on One
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/study-support-hub
Overview of Assessment
Performance Evidence
The candidate must demonstrate the ability to complete the tasks outlined in the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit, including evidence of the ability to:
- conduct 2 online assessment processes against at least 1 entire or partial unit of competency from a nationally recognised training package or accredited course:
- 1 process being asynchronous, for at least 3 candidates
- 1 process being synchronous, for at least 3 candidates attending an online assessment session at the same time
- review above online assessment processes and identify opportunities for improvement.
In the course of the above, the candidate must:
- provide clear instructions of the assessment process to each candidate, including in relation to technology requirements
- conduct assessment process in compliance with the principles of assessment, rules of evidence, organisational policies and procedures, and regulatory requirements
- ensure that online assessment activities and digital tools used in the assessment process reflect training requirements, assessment conditions, industry context, and candidate needs
- review evidence submitted online and make assessment decisions
- communicate assessment decisions to candidates in relation to their assessment completion, seeking and providing feedback electronically on at least one occasion
- ensure required records of assessments, candidate data and assessment outcomes are maintained according to online assessment system and organisational, regulatory and ethical requirements.
Knowledge Evidence
The candidate must be able to demonstrate knowledge to complete the tasks outlined in the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit, including knowledge of:
- regulatory requirements relating to online assessments described in the performance evidence, including:
- principles of assessment and rules of evidence
- ethical, privacy and confidentiality requirements associated with online assessment context and process
- organisational policies and procedures relating to online assessment, including for:
- timely, accurate and sufficient records of outcomes and data
- addressing technological challenges or difficulties that arise during online assessment
- candidate support requirements, including language, literacy, numeracy and digital (LLND) needs and access to relevant technologies
- key features of plan for online assessment, including:
- instructions and information that support valid and accessible online assessments
- assessment activities and digital tools that address assessment requirements of unit and provide a safe and inclusive environment for candidates
- security principles and procedures that apply to assessment environments, including authenticating candidate identity and supervising assessments, and required associated software
- methods and tools to record and measure candidate performance and knowledge
- expected standards of candidate conduct
- formats of evidence suitable for determining competence
- strategies and processes for identifying and organising specialist support for candidates, including support relating to:
- foundation skills, including language, literacy, numeracy, digital and employment skills
- technical needs, including software and hardware
- key features and functions of technology, tools and digital resources to be used in online assessment, including of:
- learning management system (LMS) and/or communication channel
- electronic applications
- hardware and digital tools
- practices and methods that promote safe and inclusive online assessment
- challenges and risks of conducting assessment in an online environment, including cyber security risks and authentication of identity
- work health and safety (WHS) requirements relating to own role.
Feedback
Feedback will be provided throughout the semester in class and/or online discussions. You are encouraged to ask and answer questions during class time and online sessions so that you can obtain feedback on your understanding of the concepts and issues being discussed. Finally, you can email or arrange an appointment with your teacher to gain more feedback on your progress.
You should take note of all feedback received and use this information to improve your learning outcomes and final performance in the course.
Assessment Tasks
A comprehensive assessment document with all requirements will be provided at the commencement of classes and uploaded to the Canvas shell. This section will just provide a high-level summary of the assessment tasks. This unit co-delivered and overall will cover both TAEDEL405 - Plan, organise and facilitate online learning and TAEASS404 - Assess competence in an online environment. Due dates for assessment tasks are dependent on access to facilities and equipment. Please check Canvas regularly as any updates will be communicated by your teacher.
TAEASS404 Assessment Tasks
| Assessment task one: Plan, organise and facilitate online learning | This assessment task requires you to plan, organise and facilitate an online learning program for a group of at least 3 learners. You will deliver 2 live online sessions and 2 self-paced learning activities. Both live online sessions require to be at least 30min each. You will then gain feedback and reflect on your online facilitation practice. |
TAEDEL405 Assessment Tasks
| Assessment task one: Assess competence in an online environment | TAEDEL405 assessment task requires you to conduct 2 online assessment activities for 3 candidates. One (1) assessment activity must be asynchronous and assess each candidate individually. The other assessment activity must be synchronous and assess all 3 candidates in the same meeting or event. Once completed you are required to answer a series of questions to demonstrate your knowledge in how you undertook the task. |
Assessment Matrix
A detailed assessment matrix can be found in the Canvas shell, and provided on request by the Program Coordinator.
Other Information
Attendance
Your course involves participating in either face-to-face or online classes. It is strongly advised that you attend all sessions in order to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring the maximum opportunity to successfully complete this course.
Special consideration policy (Late submissions)
All assessment tasks are required to be completed to a satisfactory level. If you are unable to complete any piece of assessment by the due date, you will need to apply for an extension.
Special Consideration
All assessment tasks are required to be completed to a satisfactory level. If you are unable to complete any piece of assessment by the due date, you will need to apply for an extension; for further information see https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment/extensions-of-time-for-submission-of-assessable-work.
Special consideration is an assessment adjustment for unexpected circumstances that are outside your control, which:
• have a significant adverse impact on your performance in assessment or
• prevent you from attempting or submitting the assessment.
For further information about special consideration see https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assess
Academic Integrity and Plagiarism
RMIT University has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity. For further information see https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/rights-and-responsibilities/academic-integrity
RMIT Sustainability Commitment
In adherence with RMIT’s commitment to sustainability, trainers will seek to incorporate environmental concerns in the facilitation of this course. These include, but are not limited to:
• Conserving natural resources
• Using recycled materials wherever possible
• Minimising pollution
• Applying energy savings measures
• Reducing waste
Students are encouraged to identify and follow environmental and resource efficient ways of working whilst studying this course.
Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning:
Credit transfer is the recognition of previously completed formal learning (an officially accredited qualification).
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is an assessment process that allows you to demonstrate competence using the skills you have gained through experience in the workplace, voluntary work, informal or formal training or other life experiences.
Please speak to your teacher if you wish to discuss applying for Credit Transfer or RPL for the unit(s) of competency addressed in this course.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/enrolment/apply-for-credit
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