Design Assessment Instruments

This programme covers the three Namibian accredited Unit Standards, ID338 Design formative assessment tasks based on the requirements of unit standards, ID339 Design summative assessments based on unit standards, and ID340 Design summative assessments based on standards. As a result of the fact that there are many overlaps between the three Unit Standards, they are best presented in an integrated format with final assessment being conducted in an integrated manner. This programme is intended for persons who are responsible for the design of assessment activities and associated documentation for formative and summative assessments, where assessment decisions are based on documented standards. People credited with the included unit standard will be able to identify the key factors shaping the development of assessment material, design assessment activities, design broad guidance related to the conduct of an assessment, and obtain approval for assessment materials. The programme aims to provide knowledge and build competencies required to design formative and summative assessments based on the requirements of unit standards. It covers knowledge of the use of unit standards and diverse types of evidence in assessment; the identification of the key factors that shape the development of formative and summative assessment instruments; the design of broad guidance related to the conduct of assessments; and the process involved in gaining approval for the assessment materials.