Assessor Resource

SITXCOM101
Source and present information

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


This unit applies to all industry sectors and to any individual who needs to use very basic research and presentation skills in the workplace. People working under supervision would undertake this role.

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to conduct basic research and present information in response to an identified need.

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)

Prerequisites

Not applicable.

Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.



Evidence Required

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.

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Evidence of the ability to:

find and review current information on various topics related to particular information needs

present information in a logical, well organised and appropriate manner.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure use of:

current information and communications technology.

Method of assessment

A range of assessment methods should be used to assess the practical skills and knowledge required to source and present information. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:

use of case studies to research a workrelated topic and deliver the information sourced in a brief presentation

evaluation of a simple report responding to a research request

review of portfolios of evidence and thirdparty workplace reports of onthejob performance by the individual.

Guidance information for assessment

The assessor should design integrated assessment activities to holistically assess this unit with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role, for example:

BSBCMM201A Communicate in the workplace

SITHIND201 Source and use information on the hospitality industry

SITTIND101 Source information on the tourism industry.

Submission Requirements

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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Assessment Tasks

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.

Required skills

communication skills to present simple information clearly and logically

literacy skills to read and interpret information on familiar topics

technology skills to use the Internet as a research tool.

Required knowledge

types of information resources available and how to access them, including the Internet

methods of presenting information in a logical sequence and at an appropriate depth

alternative presentation formats for special needs groups.

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Information to be sourced may relate to:

availability of products or services

customer service research, e.g. feedback from customers about a particular product or service

information from other departments in the organisation, e.g. about available products or services

product supplier information, e.g. for sourcing a new supplier or product

new workplace systems or equipment

product and service styles that would meet certain customer and market requirements.

Information sources may be electronic or print-based and may include:

customer feedback

general and trade media

industry associations

industry marketing or research bodies

lectures and presentations

other colleagues and personnel

product suppliers

trade shows and exhibitions.

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.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Identify current information sources appropriate to the information to be sourced. 
Access information sources and review for relevance. 
Obtain information within designated timelines. 
Review information and select content to suit the specific need. 
Draft text if required, including appropriate information. 
Express information clearly, concisely and accurately. 
Present information according to organisational guidelines and in a format appropriate to the circumstances and audience. 
Deliver information to appropriate person within designated timelines. 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

SITXCOM101 - Source and present information
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Assessment Record Sheet

SITXCOM101 - Source and present information

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