In-depth Pre-Assessment Moderation Workshop

Welcome to the In-depth Pre-Assessment Moderation Workshop!

Pre-assessment moderation plays a critical role in ensuring that assessment tools are valid, fair, and aligned with intended learning outcomes. This practical workshop is designed for tertiary educators, assessors, moderators, and academic quality staff who are responsible for checking assessments before they are issued to learners.

Participants will explore what effective pre-assessment moderation looks like, why it matters, and how it supports learner success, academic integrity, and organisational credibility. The session will unpack moderation principles, documentation expectations, and culturally responsive practice — all within the context of NZ's tertiary and vocational education sector.

Whether you're moderating unit standards, internal assessments, or programme-level tasks, this workshop will equip you with clear strategies, practical tools, and confidence to support robust pre-delivery checks.

During this in-person event, you will have the opportunity to engage with industry experts and fellow participants to deepen your understanding of pre-assessment moderation techniques.

Don't miss this chance to improve your skills and network with like-minded professionals. Register now to secure your spot!

Light refreshments will be provided, including tea, coffee, a muffin, biscuits, and a piece of fruit. Feel free to bring your own snacks or drinks if you prefer.

Workshop Agenda:

• Welcome and Objectives - Overview of the workshop purpose, roles involved in pre-assessment moderation, and key outcomes.
• Clarifying the Why - Discussion on the purpose and value of pre-assessment moderation in quality assurance and learner success.
• What to Look For - Exploration of validity, fairness, clarity, and alignment to learning outcomes or unit standards.
• Moderation in Practice - Hands-on review of sample assessments using moderation templates or checklists. Group discussion on common issues and best practices.
• Tools and Templates - Overview of documentation expectations, moderation forms, and reporting processes.
• Post-Moderation Next Steps - What happens after moderation is complete? How to action feedback and close the loop.
• Reflection and Q&A - Opportunity to reflect on current practice, ask questions, and identify takeaways for your context.

Led by a moderation specialist with 17+ years in the tertiary sector, the session blends assessment principles, hands-on judgement activities, and reflection on how quality assurance connects to everyday assessor decisions.