List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.
Element | Performance Criteria |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Identify and interpret simple mathematical information | 1.1 Read and name whole numbers into the thousands in workplace documents and tasks 1.2 Identify and interpret simple fractions, decimals and percentages |
2. Undertake simple mathematical processes and apply to workplace tasks | 2.1 Demonstrate understanding of place value by organising numbers from smallest to largest 2.2 Locate required numerical information and decide on appropriate method to solve a problem 2.3 Perform a limited range of calculations using the 4operations 2.4 Describe links between operations |
3. Check and communicate results | 3.1 Make estimations to check reasonableness of results of problem solving process 3.2 Record numerical information and communicate the result of the task using informal and some formal language and symbolism |
Evidence of the ability to:
read and name whole numbers into thousands
perform simple and familiar calculations with whole numbers and money
recognise and explain simple fractions, decimals and percentages.
Note: Where a specific volume and/or frequency is not specified, evidence must be provided at least once.
Evidence of the following knowledge must be demonstrated:
links between operations
place value and use of zero.
Assessment texts and tasks reflect those typically found in the workplace.
Advice and support is available if requested.
Access to a simple calculator is available.
Culturally appropriate processes and techniques suited to the language, literacy and numeracy capacity of individuals and the work being performed must be used.
Reasonable adjustments can be made to ensure equity in assessment for people with disabilities.
Assessors must satisfy NVR/AQTF assessor requirements, have a sound knowledge of the ACSF and have demonstrable expertise in the vocational contextualisation and assessment of the core skill - numeracy.