You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)
List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assingnment, checklist) and due date here
Assessment task 1: [title] Due date:
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Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.
Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.
| Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice | Yes | No | Comments/feedback |
|---|---|---|---|
| Label required number of microscope slides in accordance with workplace traceability requirements | |||
| Check the flotation bath is ready and satisfactory for use | |||
| Secure block in microtome following specified safety directions | |||
| Cut representative sections at the required thickness observing prescribed safety measures | |||
| Float sections onto water bath to flatten tissues and pick up sections onto microscope slides ensuring identification on slides matches that on the block | |||
| Compare the blocks and sections ensuring the tissue on slides matches that in the blocks | |||
| Apply procedures to prevent cross-contamination between samples | |||
| Inspect sections and reject any that do not meet quality control standards | |||
| Label specimens in accordance with workplace traceability requirements | |||
| Select reagents specified in workplace procedures | |||
| Stain sections according to workplace procedures | |||
| Mount sections ensuring no bubbles | |||
| Examine sections microscopically to ensure expected staining outcomes have been achieved | |||
| Inspect slides and reject any that do not meet quality control standards | |||
| Ensure personal safety and minimise cross-contamination using personal protective equipment (PPE) | |||
| Handle chemicals and sharps safely |
Student name:
Student ID:
I declare that the assessment tasks submitted for this unit are my own work.
Student signature:
Result: Competent Not yet competent
Feedback to student
Assessor name:
Signature:
Date:
Student name:
Student ID:
Assessment task 1: [title] Result: Competent Not yet competent
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Feedback to student:
Overall assessment result: Competent Not yet competent
Assessor name:
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Student signature:
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