Welcome to Mastering Assessment Moderation Systems!
Are you struggling to maintain consistent assessment standards across your organisation? Join us for this intensive hands-on workshop where you'll master the art and science of effective post-assessment moderation systems that align with NZQA best practices.
What You'll Learn
Strategic Moderation Planning
- How to determine optimal moderation frequency for your programmes
- When to increase moderation intensity (new materials, new assessors, identified issues)
- Balancing thoroughness with resource efficiency
Sampling Excellence
- Master the art of strategic sample selection across achievement levels
- Ensure fair representation from all delivery sites
- Learn when and how to moderate entire cohorts
Timing for Maximum Impact
- Implement pre-results moderation to prevent learner impact
- Develop workflows that catch issues before they affect students
- Create early intervention systems for new staff and materials
Quality Assurance Systems
- Build consistent assessment decision-making processes
- Develop fair and valid assessment practices across multiple assessors
- Create sustainable moderation workflows that actually work
Who Should Attend
- Academic Quality Managers
- Assessment Coordinators
- Programme Leaders
- Teaching Staff involved in assessment
- Quality Assurance Personnel
- Anyone responsible for maintaining assessment standards
Workshop Format
This interactive session combines:
- Theory to Practice: NZQA guideline implementation
- Hands-On Activities: Sample selection and moderation exercises
- System Design: Build your organisation's moderation framework
- Problem-Solving: Address your specific challenges
- Personal Review Sessions: Direct feedback on your current moderation plans
What to Bring
Please bring your current internal moderation plan (if you have one) to maximise the workshop value. We'll provide:
- Individual consultation time to review your existing systems
- Specific recommendations for improvement
Key Takeaways
By the end of this workshop, you'll have:
- A clear post-assessment moderation strategy for your programmes
- Practical tools for sample selection and timing
- Systems to ensure consistency across assessors and sites
- Confidence to implement NZQA-aligned quality assurance
(Please bring your own lunch. Biscuits, tea and coffee is provided. This is a working lunch).
