Principles of Assessment 1 The State of Queensland (Department of Education and Training), 2009
Principles of Assessment Validity Reliability Flexibility Fairness The State of Queensland (Department of Education and Training), 2009
assesses what it claims to assess Validity Assessment assesses what it claims to assess How can assessors ensure validity of assessment processes, methods and tools? The State of Queensland (Department of Education and Training), 2009
Consistent interpretation Reliability Consistent interpretation Consistent outcomes How can assessors ensure reliability of assessment processes, methods and tools? The State of Queensland (Department of Education and Training), 2009
Flexibility Reflect learner needs Provide for recognition of competencies Draw on a range of methods appropriate to: Context Competency Learner Support continuous competency development How can assessors ensure flexibility of assessment processes, methods and tools? The State of Queensland (Department of Education and Training), 2009
Fairness Considers individual learner’s needs Applies reasonable adjustment Ensures leaner is fully informed and able to participate Clear communication How can assessors ensure fairness of assessment processes, methods and tools? The State of Queensland (Department of Education and Training), 2009