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FTA510S - FUNDAMENTALS OF TVET ASSESSMENT AND MODERATION - 2ND OPP - JULY 2025 |
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n Am I BI A u n IVER s I TY
OF SCIEnCE Ano TECHnOLOGY
FACULTY OF COMMERCE, HUMAN SCIENCESAND EDUCATION
DEPARTMENT OF TECHNICAL VOCATIONAL EDUCATION AND TRAINING
QUALIFICATION: DIPLOMA IN TECHNICAL AND VOCATIONAL EDUCATION AND TRAINING:
TRAINER
QUALIFICATION CODE: 06DTVT
LEVEL: 6
COURSE CODE: FTA510S
COURSE NAME: FUNDAMENTALS OF TVET
ASSESSMENTAND MODERATION
SESSION: JULY 2025
DURATION: 3 HOURS
PAPER: PAPER2
MARKS: 100
EXAMINER(S}
SECOND OPPORTUNITY EXAMINATION PAPER
Mr. B U Kauteza
MODERATOR: Dr. Onesmus Aloovi
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Answer all questions.
2. Read all the questions carefully before answering.
3. This paper consists of Sections A and B with a total of six questions.
4. Make sure your name and surname, question number and the date appear on
the answer script.
5. Number the answers clearly.
6. Please ensure that your writing is legible, neat and presentable.
THIS QUESTION PAPER CONSISTS OF _5_ PAGES (Including this front page)
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SECTION A: MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTIONS
Question 1- Short Questions
[10]
1. Question 1 consists of 10 multiple choice questions. For each question there are four possible
answers a, b, c and d. Choose the one you consider correct. E.g. 1. d.
1.1 Which of the following best describes measurement in the context of assessment?
{1)
a. Giving feedback to students
b. Assigning numerical scores or grades to student performance
c. Comparing two educational systems
d. Conducting interviews with learners
1.2 Diagnostic assessments are mainly used to:
(1)
a. Rank students by ability
b. Identify prior knowledge and learning gaps
c. Assign final grades
d. Monitor group performance
1.3 What is the main purpose of formative assessment?
{1)
a. Assigning final grades
b. Ranking students
c. Informing instruction and providing feedback
d. Creating end-of-term reports
1.4 Which type of evidence includes learner attitudes, perceptions, and opinions?
{1)
a. Quantitative evidence
b. Objective evidence
c. Indirect evidence
d. Direct evidence
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1.5 What does the principle of reliability in assessment refer to?
{1}
a. The consistency of assessment outcomes over time and across
b. The fairness of the questions
c. How challenging the assessment is assessors
d. How relevant the content is to the curriculum
1.6 What is the primary purpose of a rubric in assessment?
(1)
a. To assign random grades
b. To ensure students pass
c. To provide clear criteria for performance evaluation
d. To discourage creativity
1.7 What is the primary purpose of conducting an assessment in education and training?
{1}
a. To assign grades randomly
b. To punish learners who don't participate
c. To measure learner competence against set outcomes
d. To complete paperwork
1.8 When recording assessment results which of the following is most important?
{1}
a. Keeping accurate and confidential records
b. Recording results based on assumption
c. Writing in capital letters only
d. Using colorful pens
1.9 Which of the following is considered effective assessment feedback?
(1}
a. "You need to work harder."
b. "Your answer is wrong."
c. "You demonstrated a good understanding of the concept but need to provide more examples."
d. "You failed to meet the standard."
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1.10 Which of the following is a key characteristic of a good assessment report?
(1)
a. Uses vague language to avoid offending the learner
b. Focuses solely on what was done wrong
c. Is written only for the teacher's records
d. Clearly communicates achievements, areas for development, and actionable advice
SECTION B: STRUCTURED QUESTIONS
Question 2 - Key Concepts in Assessment and Moderation
[25]
Differentiate between the following assessment-related concepts and providing clear definitions with
an example, and one key distinction for each pair:
2.1 Assessment and Evaluation
(5)
2.2 Measuring and Testing
(5)
2.3 Scoring and Grading
(5)
2.4 Simulation and Observation
(5)
2.5 Portfolio and Final Project
(5)
Question 3 - Assessment Types, various Assessment Tasks, and Types of Evidence
[25]
You are a trainer in a vocational training institution tasked with developing an assessment strategy
for a new programme in your trade. The programme includes both theoretical and practical
components.
Design a comprehensive assessment plan that addresses the following:
3.1 Assessment types you would implement in the program and explain their purpose and benefits. (8)
3.2 Assessment tasks to ensure both theoretical understanding and practical skills.
(7)
3.3 Types of evidence you would collect to evaluate trainers' performance for this program. (10)
Question 4 - Approaches /Perspectives of Assessment
[20]
Discussbriefly how a trainer can apply the concepts of "assessment as," "assessment for," and
"assessment of" in the context of TVET, and explain the key differences between them.
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Question 5 - Assessment tools and instruments, and Assessment Reports and Feedback
[20)
Explain briefly the role of assessment tools and instruments in Technical and Vocational Education
and Training (TVET) and illustrate how assessment reports and feedback contribute to learner
development with practical examples.
Total [100 Marks]
[END OF PAPER]
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