Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

PSPGEN051 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Conduct evaluations

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Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency PSPGEN051 - Conduct evaluations
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit describes the skills required to evaluate the full range of processes and outcomes in the public sector including policy, procedures, processes, structures, service delivery, and projects. It includes identifying the purpose of the evaluation, identifying the evaluation process and tools, carrying out the evaluation, analysing results, reporting outcomes and recommending action.This unit applies to those working in generalist and specialist roles within the public sector.The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to.Those undertaking this unit would work independently performing complex tasks in a range of familiar and unfamiliar contexts.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.

This unit contains no specific industry-mandated assessment conditions. Guidance on suggested and recommended conditions and methods can be found in the Implementation Guide.

Assessors must satisfy the NVR/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field General
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Identify the purpose of the evaluation
  • Confirm the purpose, scope and terms of reference of the evaluation with key stakeholders and seek approvals.
  • Identify the range of documentary evidence, individuals and organisations that can provide specialist input and seek commitment for their contribution to the evaluation.
  • Determine information critical to the evaluation to inform the selection of the evaluation methodology and tools.
  • Determine ownership of the evaluation data and right of access to the reported results.
       
Element: Identify evaluation methodology and tools
  • Identify and communicate to stakeholders the criteria for the evaluation and the audience for evaluation results.
  • Select evaluation methods from a range of alternatives to suit the scope, purpose and outcome requirements of the evaluation.
  • Select or develop measuring tools and media to ensure valid and reliable evaluation results.
  • Formulate an evaluation strategy in consultation with key stakeholders to ensure acceptance and commitment.
  • Determine resource needs in accordance with budgetary constraints and source.
  • Establish evaluation infrastructure in accordance with evaluation requirements and resource constraints.
       
Element: Implement evaluation
  • Define and clarify implementation tasks with stakeholders.
  • Implement evaluation strategy and collect, collate and record data against evaluation criteria.
  • Manage expectations and identify barriers to the evaluation and address or refer.
  • Monitor progress of the evaluation and negotiate changes as needed to timeframes, methodology or tools.
  • Analyse data or refer for specialist analysis, and compare results with evaluation criteria.
  • Present preliminary results for stakeholder feedback.
  • Conduct the evaluation.
       
Element: Report outcomes
  • Prepare evaluation report that compares outcomes to the evaluation criteria established at the outset, and provides supporting evidence.
  • Make recommendations for action in accordance with the terms of reference, supported by the evaluation outcomes.
  • Report unbiased and objective evaluation outcomes in a form and language to suit the intended audience of the report.
       
Element: Identify the purpose of the evaluation
  • Confirm the purpose, scope and terms of reference of the evaluation with key stakeholders and seek approvals.
  • Identify the range of documentary evidence, individuals and organisations that can provide specialist input and seek commitment for their contribution to the evaluation.
  • Determine information critical to the evaluation to inform the selection of the evaluation methodology and tools.
  • Determine ownership of the evaluation data and right of access to the reported results.
       
Element: Identify evaluation methodology and tools
  • Identify and communicate to stakeholders the criteria for the evaluation and the audience for evaluation results.
  • Select evaluation methods from a range of alternatives to suit the scope, purpose and outcome requirements of the evaluation.
  • Select or develop measuring tools and media to ensure valid and reliable evaluation results.
  • Formulate an evaluation strategy in consultation with key stakeholders to ensure acceptance and commitment.
  • Determine resource needs in accordance with budgetary constraints and source.
  • Establish evaluation infrastructure in accordance with evaluation requirements and resource constraints.
       
Element: Implement evaluation
  • Define and clarify implementation tasks with stakeholders.
  • Implement evaluation strategy and collect, collate and record data against evaluation criteria.
  • Manage expectations and identify barriers to the evaluation and address or refer.
  • Monitor progress of the evaluation and negotiate changes as needed to timeframes, methodology or tools.
  • Analyse data or refer for specialist analysis, and compare results with evaluation criteria.
  • Present preliminary results for stakeholder feedback.
  • Conduct the evaluation.
       
Element: Report outcomes
  • Prepare evaluation report that compares outcomes to the evaluation criteria established at the outset, and provides supporting evidence.
  • Make recommendations for action in accordance with the terms of reference, supported by the evaluation outcomes.
  • Report unbiased and objective evaluation outcomes in a form and language to suit the intended audience of the report.
       


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.

ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section.

1. Identify the purpose of the evaluation

1.1 Confirm the purpose, scope and terms of reference of the evaluation with key stakeholders and seek approvals.

1.2 Identify the range of documentary evidence, individuals and organisations that can provide specialist input and seek commitment for their contribution to the evaluation.

1.3 Determine information critical to the evaluation to inform the selection of the evaluation methodology and tools.

1.4 Determine ownership of the evaluation data and right of access to the reported results.

2. Identify evaluation methodology and tools

2.1 Identify and communicate to stakeholders the criteria for the evaluation and the audience for evaluation results.

2.2 Select evaluation methods from a range of alternatives to suit the scope, purpose and outcome requirements of the evaluation.

2.3 Select or develop measuring tools and media to ensure valid and reliable evaluation results.

2.4 Formulate an evaluation strategy in consultation with key stakeholders to ensure acceptance and commitment.

2.5 Determine resource needs in accordance with budgetary constraints and source.

2.6 Establish evaluation infrastructure in accordance with evaluation requirements and resource constraints.

3. Implement evaluation

3.1 Define and clarify implementation tasks with stakeholders.

3.2 Implement evaluation strategy and collect, collate and record data against evaluation criteria.

3.3 Manage expectations and identify barriers to the evaluation and address or refer.

3.4 Monitor progress of the evaluation and negotiate changes as needed to timeframes, methodology or tools.

3.5 Analyse data or refer for specialist analysis, and compare results with evaluation criteria.

3.6 Present preliminary results for stakeholder feedback.

3.7 Conduct the evaluation.

4. Report outcomes

4.1 Prepare evaluation report that compares outcomes to the evaluation criteria established at the outset, and provides supporting evidence.

4.2 Make recommendations for action in accordance with the terms of reference, supported by the evaluation outcomes.

4.3 Report unbiased and objective evaluation outcomes in a form and language to suit the intended audience of the report.

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the candidate must demonstrate evidence of performance of the following on at least one occasion.

implementing planning, research and analysis

using negotiation and problem-solving

undertaking project management

applying statistical analysis of evaluation data

communicating with different audiences and purposes

explaining complex and formal documents, including legislation and codes of conduct, and applying them to work practices

developing objectives and evaluation criteria

accessing legislation and codes of conduct

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the depth of knowledge demonstrated must be appropriate to the job context of the candidate.

evaluation principles – time, cost, quality, quantity, efficiency

qualitative and quantitative evaluation methodologies and data analysis

reporting requirements of a range of audiences

legislation, policy and procedures relating to the conduct of evaluations in the public sector

public sector values and codes of conduct

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

(add new lines for each of the assessment tasks)

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.

ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section.

1. Identify the purpose of the evaluation

1.1 Confirm the purpose, scope and terms of reference of the evaluation with key stakeholders and seek approvals.

1.2 Identify the range of documentary evidence, individuals and organisations that can provide specialist input and seek commitment for their contribution to the evaluation.

1.3 Determine information critical to the evaluation to inform the selection of the evaluation methodology and tools.

1.4 Determine ownership of the evaluation data and right of access to the reported results.

2. Identify evaluation methodology and tools

2.1 Identify and communicate to stakeholders the criteria for the evaluation and the audience for evaluation results.

2.2 Select evaluation methods from a range of alternatives to suit the scope, purpose and outcome requirements of the evaluation.

2.3 Select or develop measuring tools and media to ensure valid and reliable evaluation results.

2.4 Formulate an evaluation strategy in consultation with key stakeholders to ensure acceptance and commitment.

2.5 Determine resource needs in accordance with budgetary constraints and source.

2.6 Establish evaluation infrastructure in accordance with evaluation requirements and resource constraints.

3. Implement evaluation

3.1 Define and clarify implementation tasks with stakeholders.

3.2 Implement evaluation strategy and collect, collate and record data against evaluation criteria.

3.3 Manage expectations and identify barriers to the evaluation and address or refer.

3.4 Monitor progress of the evaluation and negotiate changes as needed to timeframes, methodology or tools.

3.5 Analyse data or refer for specialist analysis, and compare results with evaluation criteria.

3.6 Present preliminary results for stakeholder feedback.

3.7 Conduct the evaluation.

4. Report outcomes

4.1 Prepare evaluation report that compares outcomes to the evaluation criteria established at the outset, and provides supporting evidence.

4.2 Make recommendations for action in accordance with the terms of reference, supported by the evaluation outcomes.

4.3 Report unbiased and objective evaluation outcomes in a form and language to suit the intended audience of the report.

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
Confirm the purpose, scope and terms of reference of the evaluation with key stakeholders and seek approvals. 
Identify the range of documentary evidence, individuals and organisations that can provide specialist input and seek commitment for their contribution to the evaluation. 
Determine information critical to the evaluation to inform the selection of the evaluation methodology and tools. 
Determine ownership of the evaluation data and right of access to the reported results. 
Identify and communicate to stakeholders the criteria for the evaluation and the audience for evaluation results. 
Select evaluation methods from a range of alternatives to suit the scope, purpose and outcome requirements of the evaluation. 
Select or develop measuring tools and media to ensure valid and reliable evaluation results. 
Formulate an evaluation strategy in consultation with key stakeholders to ensure acceptance and commitment. 
Determine resource needs in accordance with budgetary constraints and source. 
Establish evaluation infrastructure in accordance with evaluation requirements and resource constraints. 
Define and clarify implementation tasks with stakeholders. 
Implement evaluation strategy and collect, collate and record data against evaluation criteria. 
Manage expectations and identify barriers to the evaluation and address or refer. 
Monitor progress of the evaluation and negotiate changes as needed to timeframes, methodology or tools. 
Analyse data or refer for specialist analysis, and compare results with evaluation criteria. 
Present preliminary results for stakeholder feedback. 
Conduct the evaluation. 
Prepare evaluation report that compares outcomes to the evaluation criteria established at the outset, and provides supporting evidence. 
Make recommendations for action in accordance with the terms of reference, supported by the evaluation outcomes. 
Report unbiased and objective evaluation outcomes in a form and language to suit the intended audience of the report. 
Confirm the purpose, scope and terms of reference of the evaluation with key stakeholders and seek approvals. 
Identify the range of documentary evidence, individuals and organisations that can provide specialist input and seek commitment for their contribution to the evaluation. 
Determine information critical to the evaluation to inform the selection of the evaluation methodology and tools. 
Determine ownership of the evaluation data and right of access to the reported results. 
Identify and communicate to stakeholders the criteria for the evaluation and the audience for evaluation results. 
Select evaluation methods from a range of alternatives to suit the scope, purpose and outcome requirements of the evaluation. 
Select or develop measuring tools and media to ensure valid and reliable evaluation results. 
Formulate an evaluation strategy in consultation with key stakeholders to ensure acceptance and commitment. 
Determine resource needs in accordance with budgetary constraints and source. 
Establish evaluation infrastructure in accordance with evaluation requirements and resource constraints. 
Define and clarify implementation tasks with stakeholders. 
Implement evaluation strategy and collect, collate and record data against evaluation criteria. 
Manage expectations and identify barriers to the evaluation and address or refer. 
Monitor progress of the evaluation and negotiate changes as needed to timeframes, methodology or tools. 
Analyse data or refer for specialist analysis, and compare results with evaluation criteria. 
Present preliminary results for stakeholder feedback. 
Conduct the evaluation. 
Prepare evaluation report that compares outcomes to the evaluation criteria established at the outset, and provides supporting evidence. 
Make recommendations for action in accordance with the terms of reference, supported by the evaluation outcomes. 
Report unbiased and objective evaluation outcomes in a form and language to suit the intended audience of the report. 

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