FUNCTIONAL SKILLS INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 1 FUNCTIONAL SKILLS INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 For teaching from September 2010 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS Contents Entry 1 sample assessment materials 3 Page Entry 2 sample assessment materials 21 Entry 3 sample assessment materials 49

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 3 FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1 For teaching from September 2010 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS Contents Page Assessment 5 Recycling Poster (to be issued electronically) 7 Mark scheme 8 Skills and Coverage grid 10 Instructions for Teachers 11 Exemplar Material 17

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 5 MINIMUM TIME: 1 hour MAXIMUM TIME: 2 hours MARKS AVAILABLE: 16 For details on how to deliver this assessment, assessors must read the Instructions for Teachers booklet which accompanies this assessment.

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 6 An email needs to be sent to the candidate. A copy of the email can be found below. Hi, The school is arranging a Recycling Day! Here are some details about the day o Venue School Gym o Date Friday 16 th July 2010 o Time 10am to 3pm I have made a poster but some of the details in it are not right. Please correct the mistake I have made and label the picture. Thanks for your help. Explain to the candidate that you have sent them an email which contains some information. Explain to the candidates that they need to use the information in the email to complete the assessment. An electronic copy of the Recycling Poster should be accessible to candidates on screen.

To be issued electronically to centres Recycling Day Venue School Hall Date Friday 16 th July 2010 Time 10am to 3pm Learn about recycling!

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 8 FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1 SKILL STANDARDS Mark scheme reference U 1.1 USING ICT Interact with ICT for a given purpose. U 1.2 Follow recommended security practices. FINDING AND SELECTING INFORMATION F 1.3 Find information from an ICT-based source. DEVELOPING, PRESENTING AND COMMUNICATING INFORMATION D 1.4 Enter and edit single items of information. D 1.5 Use ICT-based communication. Skill Standard Assessment Weightings Skill Standard Marks Total U 1.1 U 1.2 F 1.3 D 1.4 D 1.5 Total 2 2 2 6 4 16 4 marks (25%) 2 marks (12.5%) 10 marks (62.5%) 100%

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 9 Candidate Name: Skill Standard U 1.2 U 1.1 D 1.5 D 1.5 F 1.3 D 1.4 D 1.4 D 1.4 Functional Skills ICT Entry 1 Mark Sheet Marking criteria Follow recommended safe practices (using password) 2 marks for using password without guidance 1 mark for using password with guidance or with prompts Interact with ICT for a purpose (recognise and use interface features) 2 marks for using keyboard, mouse, mouse pad etc correctly 1 mark for using keyboard, mouse, mouse pad etc with guidance or prompts Open email software 2 marks for opening email software without guidance 1 mark for opening email software with guidance or with prompts Open sent email 2 marks for opening sent email without guidance 1 mark for opening sent email with guidance or with prompts Find information in the email 2 marks for finding information in email without guidance 1 mark for finding information in email with guidance or with prompts (email read out and explained) Identify the error on poster 2 marks for identifying the error (School Hall) without guidance 1 mark for identifying the error (School Hall) with guidance or with prompts Correct the error on the poster (School Gym) 2 marks for correcting the error (School Gym) without guidance 1 mark for correcting the error (School Gym) with guidance or with prompts Label the image with appropriate title (ignore spelling errors) 1 mark label the image with inappropriate title Total mark awarded out of 16 marks. Teacher s signature: Max Mark 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 Centre Number: Candidate Number: Mark Awarded Date: Teacher Comments / Evidence produced

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 10 SKILL STANDARDS AND COVERAGE AND RANGE GRID Please note that all skill standards will be assessed in all assessments. The coverage and range will be sampled over three assessment series. Skill Standard Coverage and Range Marks Awarded Marks Req Weight Act Weight Using ICT U 1.1 Interact with ICT for a purpose U 1.2 Follow recommended safe Recognise and use interface features Minimise the physical stress of seating lighting and hazards practices Keep access information secure by using password Using keyboard, mouse, mouse pad etc correctly Using password 2 2 20% - 30% 25% Finding and Selecting Information 4 F 1.3 Find information from an ICT-based source Text message, voicemail and on-screen information Find the information in the email 2 10% - 20% 12.5% Developing, presenting and communicating information 2 D 1.4 Enter and edit single items of information Identify and correct simple errors Label an image Identify and correct error on poster Label image in with appropriate title 4 2 50% - 70% 62.5% D 1.5 Use ICT-based communication Receive and open electronic messages Open and read email 4 10 TOTAL MARKS 16 100%

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 11 Functional Skills FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ENTRY LEVEL ICT ENTRY 1 CONTROLLED ASSESSMENT Assessment Window: SPECIMEN PAPER INSTRUCTIONS FOR TEACHERS To be opened on receipt

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 12 The following notes outline arrangements for the conduct of the controlled assessment for the ** examination series for Entry 1. 1. Timing of the Controlled Assessment The Controlled Assessments are timetabled to start on or after **. For Entry 1 there is a minimum time limit of one hour and maximum time limit of two hours to complete the tasks. The Functional Skills Entry Level Controlled Assessment can be timetabled at the discretion of the centre within the assessment window (* *). It can be broken into smaller sections if necessary, but the total time should not exceed two hours. The subject teacher should invigilate the whole of the Controlled Assessment and collect relevant evidence to support candidates performance. Centres are asked to keep a log of attendance throughout the Controlled Assessment. Candidates may not need all the specified time, but special consideration will not normally be given for candidates who do not complete in the full time available to them. Once candidates sign that they have completed the assessment (declaration form) they should not be allowed to revise any submitted work. All candidates work should be submitted to the Internal Assessor examiner by *. 2. Preparation for the Controlled Assessment A computer capable of running software should be made available to each candidate to enable them to meet the requirements of the assessment. The equipment must be fit for purpose and must be checked by a competent person before use. Teachers/assessors must ensure computers are switched off and that candidates switch on their own computers and are aware of safety procedures (using password, adjusting seat, monitor etc). If teachers/assessor assist candidates at this stage, this must be declared on the mark sheet and credit must not been given. The information needed to complete the assessment is contained in an email which should be sent to the candidate prior to the assessment. The assessment tasks are designed so that they can be used as they are or centres can contextualise or adapt them to best-suit their centre-specific circumstances. Centres can changed or adapt the context to best suit the candidate. However, the context must be set within a real-life context and have a given purpose. The italics in the email can be adapted if necessary. For example, your school could be arranging a talent show, sports event, etc. The wording of the email can be adapted to ensure that the learner is not disadvantaged. It is advisable for assessors to familiarise themselves with the Functional Skills standards at Entry 1, the assessment and mark scheme before beginning the assessment with candidates. A copy of the poster (which has been provided electronically) should be loaded on the computer for the candidate to use during the assessment. (It is not a requirement at Entry 1 for candidates to open files.)

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 13 3. During the Controlled Assessment Centres can deliver the assessment in a way best suited to the candidate. Candidates will be required to find information and solve problems embedded within the email sent. Assessors may wish to print the email or poster during the assessment as a reference for candidates. Assessors may give support and guidance to learners. This support and guidance should focus on ensuring that learners understand what is expected of them. It is not acceptable for assessors to provide model answers or to work through answers in detail. Assessors must declare any assistance given in the comments column on the mark sheets. Marks must not be awarded in these cases. Teachers/assessors may adapt the questions to suit candidates but should not be in such a way that direction is given. Assessors should observe the learner during the assessment to be able to complete the mark sheet. The mark sheet with assessor s comments and the evidence produced by the learner should be collated. Such evidence could be screen shots, printouts, saved files, witness statements. Candidates work can be annotated if necessary. An exemplar mark sheet can be found in the WJEC Functional Skills ICT Entry 1 Specimen Assessment Materials document or in Appendix 2 of the WJEC Functional Skills ICT Entry 1Specification document. Candidates should not access their work outside the timetabled sessions. Candidates can use software help files where appropriate. Spell check tools can be turned on. Candidates and teachers must complete and sign the declaration sheet provided by WJEC to confirm that they switched on the computer themselves and that they have followed recommended safety practices (using passwords, adjusting seating, monitor, etc). 4. Marking the Controlled Assessment The Controlled Assessment should be marked for all candidates and the marks entered on the mark sheets provided. Teachers should write brief comments and note what evidence supports candidates performance on the mark sheets where appropriate. An exemplar of a candidates mark sheet can be found WJEC Functional Skills ICT Entry 1 Specimen Assessment Materials document or in Appendix 2 of the WJEC Functional Skills ICT Entry 1 Specification document. Candidates require 12 marks of out a possible 16 (75%) in order to achieve the Entry 1 qualification.

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 14 5. Sampling Procedures After the completion of the assessment session, the work will be marked internally according to mark schemes/assessment criteria provided by WJEC. Candidates may see their marked work but it is important that the work is kept securely in the teacher/assessor s possession to prevent any tampering with it. Moderation/Verification will take place at two levels: 1. Within the centre to ensure that a uniform standard has been applied across the teaching groups. There must be opportunities to exchange work/view candidates performances and discuss the criteria during the assessment window: significant differences in the application of criteria and hence in rank-ordering will be difficult to resolve at the final stage of assessment. One person must take responsibility for the final moderation procedure within a centre, sampling the work of each teaching group. 2. Through the inspection of a sample of the work by WJEC moderators/verifiers. For Entry 1 the sample will be selected according to the table below, based on the centre s overall rank order. Further details can be found in the Controlled Assessment Manual, which will be sent to centres. For entries of up to 10 candidates, all controlled assessments will be sent. Further samples of controlled assessment will be sent to the moderator/verifier if required. WJEC reserves the right to call in all of a centre s controlled assessments if this proves necessary. Total no. of candidates Work to be submitted (Numbers relate to rank order) 1-10 All 11-19 20-45 46-99 100-199 200-299 Over 300 1st and every second (1, 3, 5, 7 etc.) plus the lowest scoring folder and additional folders as necessary (reflecting the spread of marks) to make a total sample of 10 1st and every fifth (1, 6, 11, 16 etc.) plus the lowest scoring folder and additional folders as necessary (reflecting a spread of marks) to make a total sample of 10 1st and every eleventh (1, 12, 23, 34 etc.) plus the lowest scoring folder and additional folders as necessary (reflecting a spread of marks) to make a total sample of 10 1st and every fourteenth (1, 15, 29, 43 etc.) plus the lowest scoring folder and additional folders as necessary (reflecting a spread of marks) to make a total sample of 15 1st and every fifteenth (1, 16, 31, 46 etc.) plus the lowest scoring folder and additional folders as necessary (reflecting spread of marks) to make a total sample of 25 1st and every twentieth (1, 21, 41, 61 etc.) plus the lowest scoring folder and additional folders as necessary (reflecting spread of marks) to make a total sample of 25

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 15 N.B. In addition, the following points should be considered in selecting the sample: (i) (ii) (iii) Each teaching group should be represented. Where there are several candidates on a particular mark these will count towards the total number in calculating the rank order, but normally only one candidate's work on a particular mark will be submitted. Work submitted should where possible meet the full requirements of the specification; i.e. candidates who have not completed of the controlled assessment should not be included, but be replaced by that of the nearest candidate (either higher or lower) with a complete controlled assessment. Where the moderation process reveals serious problems in any centre, with regards to interpretation and/or implementation of the assessment criteria, WJEC will request further work or take other appropriate action to safeguard candidates interests. The marks for the sample must be inserted on the Sample Form and centres must indicate the total number of candidates entered at Entry 1. 6. Submission of candidates work to the External Moderator Candidate s work should show clearly the centre and candidate number and name. Selected candidate s work (which can include saved files, printouts, screenshots, witness statements), Mark Sheets together with the Sample Form and all candidates declaration forms should be received by the moderator by *. The attendance register should be submitted with the candidates work. Centres are required to keep backup copies of candidates work. If submission of completed assessments presents a problem, please contact Betsan Jones (029 2026 5318 betsan.jones@wjec.co.uk) or Chris Quinn (029 2026 5128 chris.quinn@wjec.co.uk) for advice. 7. Return of Work Work for this subject will not be returned to centres unless specifically requested, in which case an addressed label should be included in the sample sent for moderation

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 17 Exemplar material FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT SPECIMEN PAPER Entry 1

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 18 Candidate Name: Grace T Functional Skills ICT Entry 1 Mark Sheet Centre Number: xxxxx Candidate Number: xxxx Skill Standard U 1.2 U 1.1 D 1.5 D 1.5 F 1.3 D 1.4 D 1.4 D 1.4 Marking criteria Max Mark Mark Awarded Follow recommended safe practices (using password) 2 marks for using password without guidance 1 mark for using password with guidance or with prompts 2 1 Interact with ICT for a purpose (recognise and use interface features) 2 marks for using keyboard, mouse, mouse pad etc correctly 2 2 1 mark for using keyboard, mouse, mouse pad etc with guidance or prompts Open email software 2 marks for opening email software without guidance 2 2 1 mark for opening email software with guidance or with prompts Open sent email 2 marks for opening sent email without guidance 2 1 1 mark for opening sent email with guidance or with prompts Find information in the email 2 marks for finding information in email without guidance 1 mark for finding information in email 2 1 with guidance or with prompts (email read out and explained) Identify the error on poster 2 marks for identifying the error (School Hall) without guidance 2 1 1 mark for identifying the error (School Hall) with guidance or with prompts Correct the error on the poster (School Gym) 2 marks for correcting the error (School Gym) without guidance 2 2 1 mark for correcting the error (School Gym) with guidance or with prompts Label the image with appropriate title (ignore spelling errors) 1 mark label the image with 2 2 inappropriate title Total mark awarded out of 16 marks 12 Teacher Comments / Evidence produced Grace needed guidance as she forgot her password. Logged on successfully. Very confident using the PC. Opened email account without guidance. Email found and opened without guidance. Grace needed some guidance to understand what she needed to do. With guidance, Grace found the error. See poster. Error corrected. See poster. Image labelled with bin. See poster. Teacher s signature: Date:

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 19

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 21 FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 2 For teaching from September 2010 Contents SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS Page Assessment 23 Factsheet (to be issued electronically) 26 Mark Scheme 27 Skills and Coverage Grid 32 Instructions for Teachers 35 Exemplar Material 41

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 23 MINIMUM TIME: 1 hour MAXIMUM TIME: 2 hours MARKS AVAILABLE: 28 ADDITIONAL MATERIALS In addition to this Controlled Assessment you will need: a computer; access to the Internet; an electronic copy of the FACTSHEET. INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES Make sure that what you hand in is all your own work. Read the tasks carefully to make sure that you understand what is needed. Plan your work before undertaking the tasks. Make sure that you check your work and correct any mistakes. If you are unsure of something use the software help files. You have a total of two hours to complete your work. Candidates are reminded of the need for accurate English and clear presentation in their work. Candidates will be expected to have used software tools, such as spellcheckers, to help achieve this.

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 24 Scenario Your head teacher has decided to arrange a Recycling Day. He has sent your ICT class this email asking for help. From: Mr Alan Davies <daviesa@myhighschool.sch.uk> Subject: Recycling day Date: 16 March 2010 17:10:14 BST To: ICT Department <ICT@myhighschool.sch.uk> Hi Thanks for agreeing to help with the Recycling Day. I would like you to: do some research to find an image for a poster to advertise the Recycling Day; produce a poster to advertise the Recycling Day; email me to let me know how when you have finished the poster. A factsheet will be given to you by your teacher to help you. Mr Alan Davies Headteacher

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 25 Task 1 (4 marks) Switch on your computer and log on. Task 2 Research (5 marks) Search for one recycling image for the poster. Task 3 Poster (11 marks) Produce a poster to make pupils want to take part in the Recycling Day. It should include: a title; the image you have found; information about the day including o Venue School Hall o Date Friday 16 th July 2010 o Time 10am to 3pm two facts from the factsheet Marks will be given for using suitable text features. Check your poster for any mistakes and correct them. Ask your teacher to save and print your poster. Task 4 (1 mark) Mr Davies has changed the venue of the Recycling Day. It will now be held in the school gym. After you have made the change, ask your teacher to save and print your poster. Task 5 email (7 marks) You need to send Mr Davies an email at daviesa@myhighschool.sch.uk to tell him you have finished your poster.

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 26

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 27 WJEC FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 2 Skill Standards Mark scheme reference U 2.1 U 2.2 USING ICT Interact with ICT for a purpose Follow recommended safe practices FINDING AND SELECTING INFORMATION F 2.3 F 2.4 Use ICT-based sources of information Find specified information from ICT-based sources D 2.5 D 2.6 D 2.7 DEVELOPING, PRESENTING AND COMMUNICATING INFORMATION Enter and edit single items of information for a given purpose Bring together two given types of information Use ICT-based communication Skill Standard Assessment Weightings Skill Standard U 2.1 U 2.2 F 2.3 F 2.4 D 2.5 D 2.6 D 2.7 Total Marks 4 2 1 4 9 2 6 28 Total 6 marks (21%) 5 marks (18%) 17 marks (62. 5%) 100%

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 28 Functional Skills ICT Entry 2 Mark Sheet Centre Number: Candidate Name: Candidate Number: U 2.1 1 Marking criteria Interact with ICT for a purpose (recognise and use interface features) 2 marks for using keyboard, mouse, mouse pad etc correctly 1 mark for using keyboard, mouse, mouse pad etc with guidance or prompts Possible Mark 2 Mark Awarded Teacher Comments / Evidence produced U 2.2 1 Evidence of following recommended safe practices (using password) 2 marks for using password without guidance 1 mark for using password with guidance or with prompts 2 F 2.3 2 Access the internet/clipart/cd etc 1 F 2.4 2 Use a search facility (e.g. search engine, clipart search, ) 1 F 2.4 2 Appropriate search (recycling image ) 1

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 29 Functional Skills ICT Entry 2 Mark Sheet Centre Number: Candidate Name: Candidate Number: Marking criteria Possible Mark Mark Awarded Teacher Comments / Evidence produced F 2.4 2 Relevant image (to do with recycling) Recycling image 2 marks Any image - 1 mark 2 U 2.1 3 Appropriate use of software (e.g. word processor, DTP, presentation software ) 1 D 2.5 3 Inserting a suitable title (e.g. Recycling Day) 1 D 2.5 3 Inserting the correct information given (venue, date, time) 1 mark per correct entry 3 D 2.5 3 Insert two facts from the factsheet into the poster (1 mark per fact) 2

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 30 Functional Skills ICT Entry 2 Mark Sheet Centre Number: Candidate Name: Candidate Number: D 2.5 3 Marking criteria Appropriate font style Appropriate font size Appropriate formatting (colour, bold, italic, ) Appropriate change of default alignment (centre, right align, ) Award 1 mark for each bullet point (max 3 marks) Possible Mark 3 Mark Awarded Teacher Comments / Evidence produced D 2.6 3 Inserting image into poster 1 D 2.6 4 Correct venue on poster (school gym) 1 U 2.1 5 Open email software 1

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 31 Functional Skills ICT Entry 2 Mark Sheet Centre Number: Candidate Name: Candidate Number: Marking criteria Possible Mark Mark Awarded Teacher Comments / Evidence produced D 2.7 5 Create new email 1 D 2.7 5 Add address (daviesa@myhighschool.sch.uk) 1 D 2.7 5 Include appropriate subject heading 1 D 2.7 5 Type in a suitable message about finishing the poster 1 mark for any message 2 D 2.7 5 Send email 1 Total mark awarded out of a possible 28 marks. Teacher signature: Date:

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 32 FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 2 SKILL STANDARDS AND COVERAGE AND RANGE GRID Please note that all skill standards will be assessed in all assessments and the coverage and range will be assessed over three assessment series. Skill Standard Coverage and Range Marks Awarded Marks Req Weight Act Weight Using ICT Use computer hardware U 2.1 Interact with ICT for a purpose U 2.2 Follow recommended safe practices Use software applications for a purpose Recognise and use interface features Minimise physical stress Keep information secure by using password Understand the need to stay safe Appropriate use of software for poster Opening email software Using keyboard, mouse, mouse pad etc correctly Using password correctly 2 1 1 2 20% - 30% 21% 6 Finding and Selecting Information F 2.3 Use ICT-based sources of information F 2.4 Find specified information from ICTbased sources Use simple search facilities Access Internet/clipart/CD etc Using search facility (search engine, clipart search.) using appropriate search and finding image. 1 4 5 10% - 20% 18%

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 33 Developing, presenting and communicating information D 2.5 Enter and edit single items of information for a given purpose Use simple editing and formatting techniques D 2.6 Bring together two given types of information Identify and correct simple errors D 2.7 Use ICT-based communication Inserting title, information and facts Simple formatting techniques For print and for viewing on screen Inserting image 1 Read, send and receive electronic messages Correcting venue on poster Write and send email 6 6 3 1 50% - 70% 61% 17 100% TOTAL 28

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 35 Functional Skills FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 2 CONTROLLED ASSESSMENT Assessment Window: SPECIMEN PAPER INSTRUCTIONS FOR TEACHERS To be opened on receipt

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 36 The following notes outline arrangements for the conduct of the controlled assessment for the ** examination series for Entry 2. 1. Timing of the Controlled Assessment The Controlled Assessments are timetabled to start on or after **. For Entry 2, there is a minimum time limit of one hour and maximum time limit of two hours to complete the tasks. The Functional Skills Entry Level Controlled Assessments can be timetabled at the discretion of the centre within the assessment window (* *). The assessment can be broken into smaller sections if necessary, but the total time should not exceed two hours. The subject teacher may invigilate the whole of the Controlled Assessment and collect relevant evidence to support candidates performance. Centres are asked to keep a log of attendance throughout the Controlled Assessment. Candidates may not need all the specified time, but special consideration will not normally be given for candidates who do not complete in the full time available to them. Once candidates sign that they have completed the assessment (declaration form) they should not be allowed to revise any submitted work. All candidates work should be submitted to the Internal Assessor examiner by *. 2. Preparation for the Controlled Assessment A computer capable of running software should be made available to each candidate to enable them to meet the requirements of the assessment. The equipment must be fit for purpose and must be checked by a competent person before use. Teachers/assessors must ensure computers are switched off and that candidates switch on their own computers and are aware of safety procedures (using password, adjusting seat, monitor etc). If teachers/assessor assist candidates at this stage, this must be declared on the mark sheet and credit must not been given. The assessment tasks are designed so that they can be used as they are or centres can contextualise or adapt them to best-suit their centre-specific circumstances. Centres can change or adapt the context to best suit the candidate. However, the context must be set within a real-life context and have a given purpose. The italics in the assessment can be adapted if necessary. For example, your school could be arranging a talent show, sports event, etc. It is advisable for assessors to familiarise themselves with the Functional Skills standards at Entry 2, the assessment and mark scheme before beginning the assessment with candidates. A copy of the fact sheet (which has been provided electronically) should be loaded on the computer for the candidate to use during the assessment. (It is not a requirement at Entry 2 for candidates to open files.)

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 37 3. During the Controlled Assessment Centres can deliver the assessment in a way best suited to the candidate. Assessors may give support and guidance to learners. This support and guidance should focus on ensuring that learners understand what is expected of them. It is not acceptable for assessors to provide model answers or to work through answers in detail. Assessors must declare any assistance given in the comments column on the mark sheets. Marks must not be awarded in these cases. Teachers/assessors may adapt the questions to suit candidates but should not be in such a way that direction is given. Assessors should observe the learner during the assessment to be able to complete the mark sheet. The mark sheet with assessor s comments and the evidence produced by the learner should be collated. Such evidence could be screen shots, printouts, saved files, witness statements. Candidates work can be annotated if necessary. An exemplar mark sheet can be found in the WJEC Functional Skills ICT Entry 2 Specimen Assessment Materials document. During the assessment it is necessary for the assessor to save files on behalf of the candidate. (It is not a requirement at Entry 2 for candidates to open files.) Candidates should not access their work outside the timetabled sessions. Candidates can use software help files where appropriate. Spell check tools can be turned on. Candidates must work independently and the work submitted must be their own work. Candidates and teachers must complete and sign the declaration sheet provided by WJEC to confirm that they themselves switched on the computer and that they have followed recommended safety practices (using passwords, adjusting seating, monitor, etc). 4. Marking the Controlled Assessment The Controlled Assessment should be marked for all candidates and the marks entered on the mark sheets provided. Teachers should write brief comments and note what evidence supports candidates performance on the mark sheets where appropriate. An exemplar of a candidate s mark sheet can be found WJEC Functional Skills ICT Entry 2 Specimen Assessment Materials document. Candidates require 21 marks of out a possible 28 (75%) in order to achieve the Entry 2 qualification.

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 38 5. Sampling Procedures After the completion of the assessment session, the work will be marked internally according to mark schemes/assessment criteria provided by WJEC. Candidates may see their marked work but it is important that the work is kept securely in the teacher/assessor s possession to prevent any tampering with it. Moderation/Verification will take place at two levels: 1. Within the centre to ensure that a uniform standard has been applied across the teaching groups. There must be opportunities to exchange work/view candidates performances and discuss the criteria during the assessment window: significant differences in the application of criteria and hence in rank-ordering will be difficult to resolve at the final stage of assessment. One person must take responsibility for the final moderation procedure within a centre, sampling the work of each teaching group. 2. Through the inspection of a sample of the work by WJEC moderators/verifiers. For Entry 2 the sample will be selected according to the table below, based on the centre s overall rank order. Further details can be found in the Controlled Assessment Manual, which will be sent to centres. For entries of up to 10 candidates, all controlled assessments will be sent. Further samples of controlled assessment will be sent to the moderator/verifier if required. WJEC reserves the right to call in all of a centre s controlled assessments if this proves necessary. Total no. of candidates Work to be submitted (Numbers relate to rank order) 1-10 All 11-19 20-45 46-99 100-199 200-299 Over 300 1st and every second (1, 3, 5, 7 etc.) plus the lowest scoring folder and additional folders as necessary (reflecting the spread of marks) to make a total sample of 10 1st and every fifth (1, 6, 11, 16 etc.) plus the lowest scoring folder and additional folders as necessary (reflecting a spread of marks) to make a total sample of 10 1st and every eleventh (1, 12, 23, 34 etc.) plus the lowest scoring folder and additional folders as necessary (reflecting a spread of marks) to make a total sample of 10 1st and every fourteenth (1, 15, 29, 43 etc.) plus the lowest scoring folder and additional folders as necessary (reflecting a spread of marks) to make a total sample of 15 1st and every fifteenth (1, 16, 31, 46 etc.) plus the lowest scoring folder and additional folders as necessary (reflecting spread of marks) to make a total sample of 25 1st and every twentieth (1, 21, 41, 61 etc.) plus the lowest scoring folder and additional folders as necessary (reflecting spread of marks) to make a total sample of 25 Clearly indicate on the Sample Form (**) the total number of candidates entered.

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 39 N.B. In addition, the following points should be considered in selecting the sample: (i) (ii) (iii) Each teaching group should be represented. Where there are several candidates on a particular mark these will count towards the total number in calculating the rank order, but normally only one candidate's work on a particular mark will be submitted. Work submitted should where possible meet the full requirements of the specification; i.e. candidates who have not completed all three components should not be included, but be replaced by that of the nearest candidate (either higher or lower) with complete controlled assessment. Where the moderation process reveals serious problems in any centre, with regards to interpretation and/or implementation of the assessment criteria, WJEC will request further work or take other appropriate action to safeguard candidates interests. The marks for the sample must be inserted on the Sample Form and centres must indicate the total number of candidates entered at Entry 2. 6. Submission of candidates work to the External Moderator Candidate s work should show clearly the centre and candidate number and name. Selected candidate s work (which can include saved files, printouts, screenshots, witness statements), Mark Sheets together with the Sample Form and all candidates declaration forms should be received by the moderator by *. The attendance register should be submitted with the candidates work. Centres are required to keep backup copies of candidates work. If submission of completed assessments presents a problem, please contact Betsan Jones (029 2026 5318 betsan.jones@wjec.co.uk) or Chris Quinn (029 2026 5128 chris.quinn@wjec.co.uk) for advice. 7. Return of Work Work for this subject will not be returned to centres unless specifically requested, in which case an addressed label should be included in the sample sent for moderation.

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 41 Exemplar material FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT SPECIMEN PAPER Entry 2

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 42 Functional Skills ICT Entry 2 Mark Sheet Centre Number: Candidate Name: Candidate Number: U 2.1 1 Marking criteria Interact with ICT for a purpose (recognise and use interface features) 2 marks for using keyboard, mouse, mouse pad etc correctly 1 mark for using keyboard, mouse, mouse pad etc with guidance or prompts Possible Mark Mark Awarded 2 2 Teacher Comments / Evidence produced Very confident using keyboard, mouse, etc... U 2.2 1 Evidence of following recommended safe practices (using password) 2 marks for using password without guidance 1 mark for using password with guidance or with prompts 2 2 Used password without guidance F 2.3 2 Access the internet/clipart/cd etc 1 1 Internet accessed. See screenshot 1. F 2.4 2 Use a search facility (e.g. search engine, clipart search, ) 1 1 Appropriate search engine used. See screenshot 1. F 2.4 2 Appropriate search (recycling image) 1 1 Appropriate search Recycling symbols used. See screenshot 2.

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 43 Functional Skills ICT Entry 2 Mark Sheet Centre Number: Candidate Name: Candidate Number: F 2.4 2 Marking criteria Relevant image (to do with recycling) Recycling image 2 marks Any image 1 mark Possible Mark Mark Awarded 2 2 Teacher Comments / Evidence produced Numerous recycling images found. See screen shot 2. U 2.1 3 Appropriate use of software (e.g. word processor, DTP, presentation software ) 1 1 Appropriate use of word processing software. See screenshot 3. D 2.5 3 Inserting a suitable title (e.g. Recycling Day) 1 1 Recycling Day as title. See poster 4. D 2.5 3 Inserting the correct information given (venue, date, time) 1 mark per correct entry 3 2 Venue correct Date correct Time incorrect. See poster 4. D 2.5 3 Insert two facts from the factsheet into the poster (1 mark per fact) 2 1 One correct fact from fact sheet. See poster 4.

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 44 Functional Skills ICT Entry 2 Mark Sheet Centre Number: Candidate Name: Candidate Number: D 2.5 3 Marking criteria Appropriate font style Appropriate font size Appropriate formatting (colour, bold, italic,.) Appropriate change of default alignment (centre, right align, ) Award 1 mark for each bullet point (max 3 marks) Possible Mark Mark Awarded 3 3 Teacher Comments / Evidence produced Use of font styles, colour and centred. Poster 4. D 2.6 3 Inserting image into poster 1 1 Recycling image inserted. See poster 4. D 2.6 4 Correct venue on poster (school gym) 1 0 No correction to poster made. See poster 4. U 2.1 5 Open email software 1 1 Email software opened. See screen shoot 5.

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 45 Functional Skills ICT Entry 2 Mark Sheet Centre Number: Candidate Name: Candidate Number: Marking criteria Possible Mark Mark Awarded Teacher Comments / Evidence produced D 2.7 5 Create new email 1 1 Email created. See screenshot 5. D 2.7 5 Add address (daviesa@myhighschool.sch.uk) 1 1 Address added. See screenshot 5. D 2.7 5 Include appropriate subject heading 1 1 Recycling Day as subject. See screenshot 5. D 2.7 5 Type in a suitable message about finishing the poster 1 mark for any message 2 1 Message not about finishing the poster. See screenshot 5. D 2.7 5 Send email 1 1 Email sent. Total mark awarded out of a possible 28 marks. 24 Teacher signature: Mrs Teacher Date: xx/xx/xxxx

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 46

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 47

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 48

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 49 FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 3 For teaching from September 2010 Contents SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS Page Assessment 51 Fact Sheet (to be issued electronically) 55 Recycle Calculator (to be issued electronically) 56 Mark scheme 57 Skills and Coverage grid 63 Instructions for Teachers 65 Exemplar Material 71

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 51 MINIMUM TIME: 1 hour MAXIMUM TIME: 2 hours MARKS AVAILABLE: 45 ADDITIONAL MATERIALS In addition to this Controlled Assessment you will need: a computer; access to the Internet; electronic copies of the FACTSHEET and RECYCLING CALCULATOR on removable media (CD, usb, etc). INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES Make sure that what you hand in is all your own work. Read the tasks carefully to make sure that you understand what is needed. Plan your work before undertaking the tasks. Make sure that you check your work and correct any mistakes. If you are unsure of something use the software help files. You have a total of two hours to complete your work. Candidates are reminded of the need for accurate English and clear presentation in their work. Candidates will be expected to have used software tools, such as spellcheckers, to help achieve this.

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 52 Scenario Your head teacher has decided to arrange a Recycling Day. He has sent your ICT class this email asking for help. From: Mr Alan Davies <daviesa@myhighschool.sch.uk> Subject: Recycling day Date: 16 March 2010 17:10:14 BST To: ICT Department <ICT@myhighschool.sch.uk> Hi Thanks for agreeing to help with the Recycling Day. I would like you to: do some research to find an image and some information for a presentation to advertise the Recycling Day; make a presentation to advertise the Recycling Day ; use the Recycling Calculator to work out how many items have been recycled; email me to let me know how many items were recycled. A CD will be given to you by your teacher to help you. Mr Alan Davies Headteacher

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 53 Task 1 (4 marks) Switch on your computer and log on. Task 2 Research (4 marks) Use a search engine to find one recycling image and some information on recycling from the internet for the presentation. Task 3 Presentation (25 marks) (a) Make a presentation to be shown in the school s reception to make pupils want to take part in the Recycling Day. It should have two slides that include: A suitable title. The image you found on the internet. Information about the day including: o Venue - School Main Hall o Date Friday 16 th July 2010 o Time 10am to 3pm One fact from the factsheet. Any other information on recycling you have found from the internet. Your presentation should make pupils want to take part in the Recycling Day, so remember to use text features such as font style, font size, colour and layout tools etc to make the information in your presentation stand out. Check your presentation for any mistakes and correct them. (b) Save your presentation.

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 54 Task 4 Spreadsheet (4 marks) Some pupils have already started recycling. In a week, they have collected 18 cans, 12 bottles, 5 magazines and 7 newspapers. (a) Using the Recycling Calculator, enter the number of items recycled. (b) Save your spreadsheet. Task 5 email (8 marks) Send Alan Davies an email at daviesa@myhighschool.sch.uk to tell him how many items were recycled last week.

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 55

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 56 RECYCLING CALCULATOR This file will be issued electronically to centres

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 57 WJEC FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 3 SKILL STANDARDS Mark scheme reference U 3.1 U 3.2 U 3.3 USING ICT Interact with and use an ICT system to meet given needs. Store information. Follow safety and security procedures. FINDING AND SELECTING INFORMATION F 3.4 F 3.5 D 3.6 D 3.7 D 3.8 Use simple searches to find information. Select relevant information that matches requirements of the given task. DEVELOPING, PRESENTING AND COMMUNICATING INFORMATION Enter and develop different types of information to meet given needs. Bring together different types of information for a given purpose. Use ICT-based communication. Skill Standard Assessment Weightings Skill Standard U 3.1 U 3.2 U 3.3 F 3.4 F 3.5 D 3.6 D 3.7 D 3.8 Total Marks 5 5 2 6 2 20 1 4 40 Total 12 marks (26.7 %) 8 marks (17.7 %) 25 marks (55.6 %) 100%

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 58 Functional Skills ICT Entry 3 Mark Sheet Centre Number: Candidate Name: Candidate Number: U 3.3 1 U 3.1 1 U 3.1 2 F 3.4 2 F 3.4 2 Marking criteria Evidence of working safely (e.g. using password) 2 marks for using password without guidance 1 mark for using password with guidance or with prompts Interact with and use an ICT system (e.g. using correct procedures for logging on/off) 2 marks for logging on/off without guidance 1 mark for logging on/off with guidance or with prompts Access the internet 1 mark for accessing the internet independently (no marks if guidance given) Use a search engine 1 mark for using search engine independently (no marks if guidance given) Appropriate searches (recycling image and recycling information) 1 per search Possible Mark 2 2 1 1 2 Mark Awarded Teacher Comments / Evidence produced F 3.5 3 Relevant image (to do with recycling) Recycling image 2 marks Any image - 1 mark 2

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 59 Functional Skills ICT Entry 3 Mark Sheet Centre Number: Candidate Name: Candidate Number: Marking criteria Possible Mark Mark Awarded Teacher Comments / Evidence produced U 3.1 3 Appropriate choice of software 1 D 3.6 3 Correct number of slides (2) 1 marks if incorrect number of slides used. 2 D 3.7 3 D 3.6 3 D 3.6 3 U 3.2 3 Overall quality of layout 0 marks given for example if text is too small or text illegible due to colour/background, too much information on slides. Inserting suitable title (e.g. Recycling Day) 1 mark for inserting a title not suitable to the event. Inserting the correct information given (venue, date, time) 1 mark per correct entry Insert removable media correctly (CD, usb, ) 0 marks given if guidance is given. 1 2 3 1 U 3.2 3 Open factsheet 1 F 3.4 3 Insert one fact from the factsheet into the presentation 1

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 60 Functional Skills ICT Entry 3 Mark Sheet Centre Number: Candidate Name: Candidate Number: Marking criteria Possible Mark Mark Awarded Teacher Comments / Evidence produced F 3.4 3 Insert one fact from the internet into the presentation 1 mark for inserting fact not related to the event but found from internet or for fact on recycling but not inserted. 2 D 3.6 3 Appropriate font style (mark awarded if any font style other than default used) 1 D 3.6 3 Appropriate font size (mark awarded if any font size other than default used) 1 D 3.6 3 Appropriate formatting (any evidence of colour, bold, italic,.) 1 D 3.6 3 Appropriate change of default alignment (any evidence of centre, right align, ) 1 D 3.6 3 Any additional formatting (background, border etc) 1

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 61 Functional Skills ICT Entry 3 Mark Sheet Centre Number: Candidate Name: Candidate Number: D 3.6 3 D 3.6 3 D 3.6 3 Inserting image (mark given for inserting image anywhere in presentation) Insert image into appropriate place 0 marks for placing image on top of text, off slide etc Any manipulation of the image (e.g. any evidence of crop, re-size, rotate,.) 1 1 1 U 3.2 3 Presentation saved 1 U 3.2 4 Open the Recycling calculator 0 marks if guidance given 1 D 3.6 4 Enter 4 correct numbers in the spreadsheet 2 marks for 4 correct numbers 1 mark for 3 correct numbers 2 U 3.2 4 Spreadsheet saved 1 D 3.1 5 Open email software 0 marks if guidance given 1 D 3.8 5 Create new email 1

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 62 Functional Skills ICT Entry 3 Mark Sheet Centre Number: Candidate Name: Candidate Number: D 3.8 5 Marking criteria Add address (daviesa@myhighschool.sch.uk) 1 mark for attempt at entering an address Possible Mark 2 Mark Awarded Teacher Comments / Evidence produced D 3.6 5 Include subject heading 0 marks for heading not involving event 1 D 3.6 5 Type in a suitable message including total number of items recycled (42 or their total) 1 mark for message involving recycling day but not including the numbers of items or message involving recycling day but displaying the (or their) incorrect total 2 D 3.8 5 Send email 1 Total mark awarded out of a possible 45 marks. Teacher signature: Date

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 63 FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 3 SKILL STANDARDS AND COVERAGE AND RANGE GRID Please note that all skill standards will be assessed in all assessments. The coverage and range will be sampled over three assessment series. Skill Standard Coverage and Range Marks Awarded Marks Using ICT Req Weight Act Weight Use correct procedures to start and shut down an ICT system Logging on/off correctly 2 Use input and out devices U 3.1 Interact with and use an ICT system to meet given needs Use software applications to meet needs and solve given problems Access the internet Use appropriate software Open email software 1 1 1 Recognise and use interface features U 3.2 Store information U 3.3 Follow safety and security practices Change simple software settings Open and save files Finding and Selecting information Know how to insert and remove media Use and change passwords Minimise physical stress Open fact sheet file Save presentation Open Recycle Calculator Save spreadsheet Insert removeable media correctly Using password correctly 1 1 1 1 1 2 12 20%-30% 26.7% F 3.4 Use simple searches to find information F 3.5 Select relevant information that matches requirements of given task Search stored information Search web-based sources of information Find fact from CD/removeable media (fact sheet) Use a search engine to find image and information 1 5 Relevant image 2 8 10%-20% 17.7%

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 64 Skill Standard Coverage and Range Developing, presenting and communicating information Marks Awarded Marks Req Weight Act Weight D 3.6 Enter and develop different types of information to meet given needs Enter, edit and format information, including text, graphics, numbers or other digital content, to achieve the required outcome Correct number of slides Insert suitable title Inserting correct information Additional information Formatting techniques Enter numbers 2 2 3 1 5 2 Insert and position graphics or other digital content to achieve a purpose Process numbers to meet needs For print and for viewing on screen Insert image in appropriate place Inserting number from spreadsheet into email 2 1 50%-70% 55.6% D 3.7 Bring together different types of information for a given purpose D 3.8 Use ICT-based communication Check for accuracy and meaning Check suitability of information Read, send and receive electronic messages Use contacts Understand the need to stay safe and to respect others when using ICT-based communication Overall layout of presentation (fit for purpose) Create and send email 1 6 25 100% TOTAL 45

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 65 FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 3 CONTROLLED ASSESSMENT INSTRUCTIONS FOR TEACHERS SPECIMEN PAPER

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 66 The following notes outline arrangements for the conduct of the controlled assessment for the ** examination series for Entry 3. 1. Timing of the Controlled Assessment The Controlled Assessments are timetabled to start on or after **. For Entry 3, there is a minimum time limit of one hour and maximum time limit of two hours to complete the tasks. The Functional Skills Entry Level Controlled Assessments can be timetabled at the discretion of the centre within the assessment window (* *). The assessment can be broken into smaller sections if necessary, but the total time should not exceed two hours. The subject teacher may invigilate the whole of the Controlled Assessment and collect relevant evidence to support candidates performance. Centres are asked to keep a log of attendance throughout the Controlled Assessment. Candidates may not need all the specified time, but special consideration will not normally be given for candidates who do not complete in the full time available to them. Once candidates sign that they have completed the assessment (declaration form) they should not be allowed to revise any submitted work. All candidates work should be submitted to the Internal Assessor examiner by *. 2. Preparation for the Controlled Assessment A computer capable of running software should be made available to each candidate to enable them to meet the requirements of the assessment. The equipment must be fit for purpose and must be checked by a competent person before use. Teachers/assessors must ensure computers are switched off and that candidates switch on their own computers and are aware of safety procedures (using password, adjusting seat, monitor etc). If teachers/assessor assist candidates at this stage, this must be declared on the mark sheet and credit must not been given. The assessment tasks are designed so that they can be used as they are or centres can contextualise or adapt them to best-suit their centre-specific circumstances. Centres can changed or adapt the context to best suit the candidate. However, the context must be set within a real-life context and have a given purpose. The italics in the assessment can be adapted if necessary. For example, your school could be arranging a talent show, sports event, etc. It is advisable for assessors to familiarise themselves with the Functional Skills standards at Entry 3, the assessment, the files supplied and mark scheme before beginning the assessment with candidates. Each candidate should start the assessment with a clean user area or removable, recordable storage device. Two electronic files are supplied with the assessment FACTSHEET and RECYCLE CALCULATOR. These files should be loaded onto a CD, usb or other removable storage device and given to the candidate to use during the assessment. Guidance should not be given how to insert the removable media as this is a requirement of the task.

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 67 3. During the Controlled Assessment Centres can deliver the assessment in a way best suited to the candidate. Assessors may give support and guidance to learners. This support and guidance should focus on ensuring that learners understand what is expected of them. It is not acceptable for assessors to provide model answers or to work through answers in detail. Assessors must declare any assistance given in the comments column on the mark sheets. Marks must not be awarded in these cases. Teachers/assessors may adapt the questions to suit candidates but should not be in such a way that direction is given. Assessors should observe the learner during the assessment to be able to complete the mark sheet. The mark sheet with assessor s comments and the evidence produced by the learner should be collated. Such evidence could be screen shots, printouts, saved files, witness statements. Candidates work can be annotated if necessary. An exemplar mark sheet can be found in the WJEC Functional Skills ICT Entry 3 Specimen Assessment Materials or Appendix 2 of the WJEC Functional Skills ICT Entry 3 Specification documents. Candidates should not access their work outside the timetabled sessions. If removable media are used, these should be given to candidates at the start of each assessment session and returned to the supervising teacher at the end of each session. Candidates can use software help files where appropriate. Spell check tools can be turned on. Candidates and teachers must complete and sign the declaration sheet provided by WJEC to confirm that they themselves switched on the computer and that they have followed recommended safety practices (using passwords, adjusting seating, monitor, etc). 4. Marking the Controlled Assessment The Controlled Assessment should be marked for all candidates and the marks entered on the mark sheets provided. Teachers should write brief comments and note what evidence supports candidates performance on the mark sheets where appropriate. An exemplar of a candidate s mark sheet can be found WJEC Functional Skills ICT Entry 3 Specimen Assessment Materials or Appendix 2 of the WJEC Functional Skills ICT Entry 3 Specification documents. Candidates require 33 marks of out a possible 45 (75%) in order to achieve the Entry 3 qualification.

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 68 5. Sampling Procedures After the completion of the assessment session, the work will be marked internally according to mark schemes/assessment criteria provided by WJEC. Candidates may see their marked work but it is important that the work is kept securely in the teacher/assessor s possession to prevent any tampering with it. Moderation/Verification will take place at two levels: 1. Within the centre to ensure that a uniform standard has been applied across the teaching groups. There must be opportunities to exchange work/view candidates performances and discuss the criteria during the assessment window: significant differences in the application of criteria and hence in rank-ordering will be difficult to resolve at the final stage of assessment. One person must take responsibility for the final moderation procedure within a centre, sampling the work of each teaching group. 2. Through the inspection of a sample of the work by WJEC moderators/verifiers. For Entry 3 the sample will be selected according to the table below, based on the centre s overall rank order. Further details can be found in the Controlled Assessment Manual, which will be sent to centres. For entries of up to 10 candidates, all controlled assessments will be sent. Further samples of controlled assessment will be sent to the moderator/verifier if required. WJEC reserves the right to call in all of a centre s controlled assessments if this proves necessary. Total no. of candidates Work to be submitted (Numbers relate to rank order) 1-10 All 11-19 20-45 46-99 100-199 200-299 Over 300 1st and every second (1, 3, 5, 7 etc.) plus the lowest scoring folder and additional folders as necessary (reflecting the spread of marks) to make a total sample of 10 1st and every fifth (1, 6, 11, 16 etc.) plus the lowest scoring folder and additional folders as necessary (reflecting a spread of marks) to make a total sample of 10 1st and every eleventh (1, 12, 23, 34 etc.) plus the lowest scoring folder and additional folders as necessary (reflecting a spread of marks) to make a total sample of 10 1st and every fourteenth (1, 15, 29, 43 etc.) plus the lowest scoring folder and additional folders as necessary (reflecting a spread of marks) to make a total sample of 15 1st and every fifteenth (1, 16, 31, 46 etc.) plus the lowest scoring folder and additional folders as necessary (reflecting spread of marks) to make a total sample of 25 1st and every twentieth (1, 21, 41, 61 etc.) plus the lowest scoring folder and additional folders as necessary (reflecting spread of marks) to make a total sample of 25

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 69 N.B. In addition, the following points should be considered in selecting the sample: (i) (ii) (iii) Each teaching group should be represented. Where there are several candidates on a particular mark these will count towards the total number in calculating the rank order, but normally only one candidate's work on a particular mark will be submitted. Work submitted should where possible meet the full requirements of the specification; i.e. candidates who have not completed all of the controlled assessment should not be included, but be replaced by that of the nearest candidate (either higher or lower) with complete controlled assessment. Where the moderation process reveals serious problems in any centre, with regards to interpretation and/or implementation of the assessment criteria, WJEC will request further work or take other appropriate action to safeguard candidates interests. The marks for the sample must be inserted on the Sample Form and centres must indicate the total number of candidates entered at Entry 3. 6. Submission of candidates work to the External Moderator Candidate s work should show clearly the centre and candidate number and name. Selected candidate s work (which can include saved files, printouts, screenshots, witness statements), Mark Sheets together with the Sample Form and all candidates declaration forms should be received by the moderator by *. The attendance register should be submitted with the candidates work. Centres are required to keep backup copies of candidates work. If submission of completed assessments presents a problem, please contact Betsan Jones (029 2026 5318 betsan.jones@wjec.co.uk) or Chris Quinn (029 2026 5128 chris.quinn@wjec.co.uk) for advice. 7. Return of Work Work for this subject will not be returned to centres unless specifically requested, in which case an addressed label should be included in the sample sent for moderation.

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 71 Exemplar material FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT SPECIMEN PAPER Entry 3

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 72 Functional Skills ICT Entry 3 Mark Sheet Centre Number: XXXXX Candidate Name: Tony B Candidate Number: XXXXX U 3.3 1 U 3.1 1 U 3.1 2 F 3.4 2 F 3.4 2 F 3.5 3 Marking criteria Evidence of working safely (e.g. using password) 2 marks for using password without guidance 1 mark for using password with guidance or with prompts Interact with and use an ICT system (e.g. using correct procedures for logging on/off) 2 marks for logging on/off without guidance 1 mark for logging on/off with guidance or with prompts Access the internet 1 mark for accessing the internet independently (no marks if guidance given) Use a search engine 1 mark for using search engine independently (no marks if guidance given) Appropriate searches (recycling image and recycling information) 1 per search Relevant image (to do with recycling) Recycling image 2 marks Any image - 1 mark Possible Mark Mark Awarded Teacher Comments / Evidence produced 2 2 Used password without guidance 2 2 1 1 1 1 2 2 2 2 Logged on and off without guidance Accessed the Internet without guidance (screen shot 1) Used search engine without guidance (screen shot 1) Appropriate search for image (screen shot 2) Appropriate search for information (screen shot 3 and 4) Numerous recycling images found (screen shot 2)

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 73 Functional Skills ICT Entry 3 Mark Sheet Centre Number: Candidate Name: Tony B Candidate Number: Marking criteria Possible Mark Mark Awarded U 3.1 3 Appropriate choice of software 1 1 D 3.6 3 Correct number of slides (2) 1 marks if incorrect number of slides used. 2 1 Teacher Comments / Evidence produced Appropriate use of presentation software (printout 5) Three slides included and not two (printout 5) D 3.7 3 D 3.6 3 D 3.6 3 U 3.2 3 Overall quality of layout 0 marks given for example if text is too small or text illegible due to colour/background, too much information on slides. Inserting suitable title (e.g. Recycling Day) 1 mark for inserting a title not suitable to the event. Inserting the correct information given (venue, date, time) 1 mark per correct entry Insert removable media correctly (CD, usb, ) 0 marks given if guidance is given. 1 1 2 2 3 2 Good overall layout fit for purpose (printout 5) Appropriate title inserted (printout 5) Venue and time correct, no date inserted. (printout 5) 1 0 Guidance needed to insert USB U 3.2 3 Open factsheet 1 1 File found on USB and opened F 3.4 3 Insert one fact from the factsheet into the presentation 1 0 No fact inserted from fact sheet into presentation

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 74 Functional Skills ICT Entry 3 Mark Sheet Centre Number: Candidate Name: Tony B Candidate Number: Marking criteria Possible Mark Mark Awarded Teacher Comments / Evidence produced F 3.4 3 Insert one fact from the internet into the presentation 1 mark for inserting fact not related to the event but found from internet or for fact on recycling but not inserted. 2 2 Fact found from internet and inserted on page 3 (printout 5) D 3.6 3 Appropriate font style (mark awarded if any font style other than default used) 1 1 Use of different font styles (printout 5) D 3.6 3 Appropriate font size (mark awarded if any font size other than default used) 1 1 Use of different font size (printout 5) D 3.6 3 Appropriate formatting (any evidence of colour, bold, italic,.) 1 1 Use of font colour (printout 5) D 3.6 3 Appropriate change of default alignment (any evidence of centre, right align, ) 1 1 Text centred (printout 5) D 3.6 3 Any additional formatting (background, border etc) 1 1 Background colour (printout 5)

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 75 Functional Skills ICT Entry 3 Mark Sheet Centre Number: Candidate Name: Tony B Candidate Number: D 3.6 3 D 3.6 3 Inserting image (mark given for inserting image anywhere in presentation) Insert image into appropriate place 0 marks for placing image on top of text, off slide etc 1 1 Image(s) inserted (printout 5) 1 1 Image inserted in appropriate place (printout 5) D 3.6 3 Any manipulation of the image (e.g. any evidence of crop, re-size, rotate,.) U 3.2 3 Presentation saved 1 1 1 1 Image re-sized (printout 5) Presentation saved as school recycling day U 3.2 4 Open the Recycling calculator 0 marks if guidance given 1 0 Guidance given to open file D 3.6 4 Enter 4 correct numbers in the spreadsheet 2 marks for 4 correct numbers 1 mark for 3 correct numbers 2 2 U 3.2 4 Spreadsheet saved 1 1 D 3.1 5 Open email software 0 marks if guidance given 1 1 Numbers entered correctly (screen shot 6) Spreadsheet saved as recycling school 16 july 2010 (screen shot 7) Email software opened without guidance (screen shot 8) D 3.8 5 Create new email 1 1 Email created (screen shot 8)

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 76 Functional Skills ICT Entry 3 Mark Sheet Centre Number: Candidate Name: Tony B Candidate Number: D 3.8 5 D 3.6 5 Marking criteria Add address (daviesa@myhighschool.sch.uk) 1 mark for attempt at entering an address Include subject heading 0 marks for heading not involving event Possible Mark Mark Awarded 2 2 1 1 Teacher Comments / Evidence produced Correct address added (screen shot 8) recycling calculator as heading (screen shot 8) D 3.6 5 Type in a suitable message including total number of items recycled (42 or their total) 1 mark for message involving recycling day but not including the numbers of items or message involving recycling day but displaying the (or their) incorrect total 2 2 Suitable message created including correct number of items (screen shot 8) D 3.8 5 Send email 1 1 email sent Total mark awarded out of a possible 45 marks. 45 40 Teacher signature: Mrs Teacher Date: xx/xx/xxxx

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 77

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 78

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 79

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 80

Functional Skills - ICT - Entry 1, 2 and 3 (Merged) SAMs 2010 / KB 27 May 2010 FUNCTIONAL SKILLS ICT ENTRY 1, 2 AND 3 SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS 81