Use translation services

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 PSPGEN041, 'Use translation services'.
Google Links
links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
Books
Reference books for 'Use translation services' on fishpond.com.au. This online store has a huge range of books, pretty reasonable prices, free delivery in Australia *and* they give a small commission to ntisthis.com for every purchase, so go nuts :)


Elements and Performance Criteria

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. Prepare written information for translation

1.1 Present written information for translation in language that is simple, plain, grammatically correct and uses short sentences, while preserving the integrity of the required meaning.

1.2 Explain words without direct translations, key concepts, terminology and jargon in simple terms or through diagrams and/or graphics and/or pictures.

1.3 Use active voice in preference to passive and avoid acronyms and abbreviations or explain in full.

1.4 Use question and answer formats for written information to break text into meaningful chunks.

1.5 Check written information to ensure it is legible, and precise.

1.6 Test written information on others not familiar with the subject matter to ensure that the meaning is clear and easy to understand.

2. Engage translation service

2.1 Determine the purpose of translation to ensure the competency of the translator meets organisational requirements.

2.2 Identify target languages and determine any specific requirements of the translating service.

2.3 Determine and agree upon exact specifications and timeframe for finished product with translator.

2.4 Seek quotes if required and engage translator/s.

2.5 Record details of translation arrangements.

3. Complete translation arrangements

3.1 Provide background materials and information for translation to translator/s in agreed format and timeframe.

3.2 Provide contact details for clarification of information, concepts and technical terms as required by translators.

3.3 Receive translations in accordance with agreed conditions, and authorise payments authorised as required.

3.4 Arrange check by translator/s of completed proofs and/or products prior to being sent for printing as required.


Qualifications and Skillsets

PSPGEN041 appears in the following qualifications:

  • PSP40116 - Certificate IV in Government (HRM/GSD/LND/Injury claims administration/Injury rehabilitation management/BDR/REV)