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External assessment (exam)
End-point assessment
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External assessment (assignment)
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Internal assessment (assignment)
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What this assessment is
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A paper-based or online exam OR an online exam sat in exam conditions with no access to the internet.
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A project or assignment carried out in controlled conditions with access to the internet.
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Coursework, non-exam assessments (NEA) and other forms of evidence forming a portfolio.
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Rationale for use / no use of AI
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These assessments are knowledge-based assessments and as such must be completed without any additional support for the learner*, including AI tools.
*unless by prior approval as a reasonable adjustment requirement.
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These assessments try to mirror the real-world and as such, it may be possible to use some additional support tools, including AI tools, to complete this assessment (much like employees have access to tools to help them in their work).
The qualification specification and assessment guidance, and the Qualification Specific Instruction Document (which must be adhered to) will outline specifically what can be used by learners.
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These assessments try to mirror the real-world and as such, it may be possible to use some additional support tools, including AI tools, to complete this assessment (much like employees have access to tools to help them in their work).
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Acknowledgment required?
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No acknowledgement is required because no AI use is allowed.
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Learner work must be their own, and therefore all use of tools, resources and references must be included in the reference list as per JCQ guidelines and in line with the regulations for the conduct of external assessment.
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Learner work must be their own, and therefore all use of tools, resources and references must be included in the reference list as per JCQ guidelines and in line with the regulations for the conduct of external assessment.
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Examples – these lists are not exhaustive
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- V Cert external assessment
- T Level Core Exams
- Functional Skills external assessment
- Controlled assessments where the specification dictates no internet access is allowed
- End-point assessment of apprentices.
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- T Level Employer Set Project and Occupational Specialism Assignments (see assessment guide for specific internet access requirements as it may not be allowed in all cases)
- CACHE Level 3 Extended Response Essay.
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- V Cert Non-Examined Assessment (NEA)
- Internal unit assessments.
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Further information and guidance
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JCQ produced updated guidance in Spring 2024 to provide further guidance and support for centres and learners. This outlines what level of understanding and management we would expect from our centres, and also highlights the risks of possible AI misuse by a learner.
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