This glossary of terms intends to provide the TESDA key players, partners, and stakeholders an online and updated TVET information, concepts, to bring common understanding and clarification on the use of TESDA terminologies.
| CONCEPT/TERM | DEFINITION |
|---|---|
| Assessment Fee |
as used in TESDA, this term means the amount charged to the examinees/candidates for the administration of competency assessment. It shall be based on the cost of supplies and materials as well as other administrative and technical expenses. |
| Assessment Method |
a technique used in gathering different types of evidence to evaluate a candidate for a particular qualification.
Source: -
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| Assessment Moderation |
the process of establishing comparability of judgments of standards of candidate’s performance across different assessors, assessment center and venues, in order to ensure that assessment is valid, reliable and fair. |
| Assessment Package |
a set of assessment materials that are used in the assessment process. It consists of the following: 1) Assessor's Guide; 2) Specific instructions to the Candidates; 3) Rating Sheet; and 4) Portfolio Assessments Results Summary
Source: TESDA Circular No. 059, s. 2020
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| Assessment Process |
the step by step procedure in conducting assessment gathering of evidence or information to determine competence.
Source: TESDA Circular No. 059, s. 2020
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| Assessment Tool |
the materials containing both the instrument and the instructions for gathering and interpreting evidence
Source: TESDA Circular No. 059, s. 2020
the method for the gathering of evidence for assessment, such as a knowledge test or a checklist of practical performance. |
| Assessment Verification |
the process of reviewing assessment procedures, instruments, and results to enhance the implementation of assessment and address post-assessment appeals
Source: TESDA Circular No. 059, s. 2020
the process of checking the validity of information and records relevant to assessment procedures and instruments for certification or post-appeal.
Source: QSO
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| Assessor |
an accredited individual authorized to evaluate or assess the competencies of a candidate (person) applying for certification. |
| Assessor's Guide |
a set of documents which contains information that will assist the assessor in evidence gathering process
Source: TESDA Circular No. 059, s. 2020
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| Assistive Technology (AT) |
is any item, piece of equipment, software program, or product system that is used to increase, maintain, or improve the functional capabilities of persons with disabilities.
Source: Assistive Technology Industry Association (ATIA), 2018
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