Develop a monitoring, evaluation and reporting program

Formats and tools

Unit Description
Reconstruct the unit from the xml and display it as an HTML page.
Assessment Tool
an assessor resource that builds a framework for writing an assessment tool
Assessment Template
generate a spreadsheet for marking this unit in a classroom environment. Put student names in the top row and check them off as they demonstrate competenece for each of the unit's elements and performance criteria.
Assessment Matrix
a slightly different format than the assessment template. A spreadsheet with unit names, elements and performance criteria in separate columns. Put assessment names in column headings to track which performance criteria each one covers. Good for ensuring that you've covered every one of the performance criteria with your assessment instrument (all assessement tools together).
Wiki Markup
mark up the unit in a wiki markup codes, ready to copy and paste into a wiki page. The output will work in most wikis but is designed to work particularly well as a Wikiversity learning project.
Evidence Guide
create an evidence guide for workplace assessment and RPL applicants
Competency Mapping Template
Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners. A template for developing assessments for a unit, which will help you to create valid, fair and reliable assessments for the unit, ready to give to trainers and students
Observation Checklist
create an observation checklist for workplace assessment and RPL applicants. This is similar to the evidence guide above, but a little shorter and friendlier on your printer. You will also need to create a seperate Assessor Marking Guide for guidelines on gathering evidence and a list of key points for each activity observed using the unit's range statement, required skills and evidence required (see the unit's html page for details)

Self Assessment Survey
A form for students to assess thier current skill levels against each of the unit's performance criteria. Cut and paste into a web document or print and distribute in hard copy.
Moodle Outcomes
Create a csv file of the unit's performance criteria to import into a moodle course as outcomes, ready to associate with each of your assignments. Here's a quick 'how to' for importing these into moodle 2.x
Registered Training Organisations
Trying to find someone to train or assess you? This link lists all the RTOs that are currently registered to deliver AHCNRM602, 'Develop a monitoring, evaluation and reporting program'.
Google Links
links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
Books
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Elements and Performance Criteria

Element

Performance criteria

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Define terms of reference, scope and evaluation context

1.1 Identify and clarify the outcomes sought, who will use the information and for what purpose

1.2 Identify the key stakeholders who will be consulted

1.3 Select evaluation and monitoring methods which are suitable to the size and significance of the program, and the terms of reference

1.4 Complete a review of existing evidence and literature relevant to the proposed evaluation

1.5 Develop an evaluation methodology that supports broader management targets, natural resource management standards, targets and outputs

2. Identify the key stages and outcomes of the program

2.1 Define key stages, milestones and timeframe

2.2 Communicate with clients and stakeholders the details of the program and delivery timeline for endorsement

2.3 Identify potential risks, including work health and safety risks, which may impact on the proposed program

2.4 Refine targets and objectives as required

3. Define reporting and record keeping requirements for data management

3.1 Identify data collection, management and reporting requirements to meet the objectives of the program

3.2 Identify existing data sets that may be accessed for the program

3.3 Design data collection protocols and methodology so relevant standards and required formats are met

3.4 Identify how data will be stored to ensure security and appropriate access taking into account required formats

3.5 Identify the information products required taking into account client and stakeholder needs, and use in decision making

3.6 Produce reports to suit program audience types

4. Identify the resources needed to implement the program

4.1 Identify the personnel and skill sets required to implement the monitoring and evaluation program

4.2 Assess the material resources required to undertake the work

5. Design and manage the monitoring, evaluation and reporting program plan

5.1 Document the program plan to enterprise requirements

5.2 Outline reporting requirements for the program

5.3 Incorporate work health and safety, environmental sustainability and biosecurity policies and procedures into the plan


Qualifications and Skillsets

AHCNRM602 appears in the following qualifications:

  • AHC51116 - Diploma of Conservation and Land Management
  • AHC51316 - Diploma of Pest Management
  • AHC60415 - Advanced Diploma of Conservation and Land Management
  • AHC51216 - Diploma of Community Coordination and Facilitation