What makes an effective assessment at post-16 for DSA? - Oct 2023 to Oct 2024
Overview
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Date(s)09 Oct 2023 - 09 Oct 2024
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Cost£60.00
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ProviderBritish Dyslexia Association (BDA)
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Delivery typeDistance
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Course levelAdvanced
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Course summary
This online course will outline the main points regarding the Disabled Students' Allowance, including who it is suitable for and the types of support it can fund. Assessors will have the opportunity to explore additional relevant background information suitable for DSA reports, the types of test that should be carried out and suitable recommendations for university students.
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CPD credit hours2 hours and 30 minutes
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Course themesReviewing principles of psychometrics, statistics, assessment and underlying theory, SpLD testing methods, interpretation, report writing, feedback and test materials
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AudienceAssessors, Support, Assessment centres, Training institutions
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SASC CodeSASC-20231004-68
Description
This online course will outline the main points regarding the Disabled Students' Allowance, including who it is suitable for and the types of support it can fund. Assessors will have the opportunity to explore additional relevant background information suitable for DSA reports, the types of test that should be carried out and suitable recommendations for university students. The course will also provide an overview of which particular tests are suitable for university-age and mature students, as well as how to report qualitative information for those over the ceiling age of tests.
Learning outcomes
- An overview of the Disabled Student's Allowance.
- Background evidence that may be particularly appropriate for DSA reports
- Areas that must be assessed when writing a report suitable for DSA
- Choice of suitable tests
- Adjustments for mature students over the age of 25
- How to report qualitative test information
- Appropriate recommendations for university students
- Evaluation of own learning
Course prerequisites
You must hold an APC, AMBDA or have completed a Level 7 assessment qualification.
Frequently asked questions
No, this course is for those who are already qualified assessors.