Assessment is a process carried out to ensure that learning has taken place. It measures the learner’s knowledge and skills in their learning area, for me this area is Beauty Therapy. Assessment should encourage the learners to ask questions on anything they have not fully understood, as learners know that they will have to prove their knowledge and understanding to the standards of the awarding organisation. These standards and expectations vary depending on the chosen awarding organisation, some have a very rigid structure, whereas others take a more holistic approach to assessment and therefore look at the process as a whole. For beauty therapy my students are under VTCT, they use a holistic approach to learning and assessment and learners are given set outcomes and ranges they must complete in a timely manner.
During an initial assessment, as the assessor I will introduce myself to the learner and ensure they are aware of the course content, this is done by the learning looking through their assessment book which is thoroughly explained to them. As the assessor I will then go onto explain about the different units, outcomes a ranges of the
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This fits in well with the practical assessment methods and portfolio of evidence. As the assessor I will assist the learner at this stage by supporting them in choosing the correct assessment method most suited to them, ensuring I am adhering to the awarding organisation regulations. Once a learner has enrolled on the course, as the assessor I will explain to the candidate their assessment plan. This plan will include times and dates that have been set to meet with the learner as well as agreeing on the assessment methods and requirements of the course. This plan will also include individual targets and milestones (predicated unit end dates). This gives the learner a good sense of what they need to achieve and how long they have to achieve this
We interviewed the manager of Sally Beauty, whose name is Christina Simmons. Sally Beauty Supply LLC began as one store in New Orleans in 1964. Today, Sally Beauty is the world’s largest retailer of professional beauty supplies. Sally Beauty currently owns and operates more than 2,800 Sally Beauty Supply stores worldwide, including stores in every state in the United States; Puerto Rico and Canada. Sally Beauty Supply offers over 7,000 professional quality products for hair, skin and nails to retail customers and salon professionals. Their customers appreciate their knowledgeable sales associates who help them solve their hair and beauty frustrations.
According to 10 Weird and Wacky Beauty Facts by Andrea Lavinthal, in ancient Greece, the most sought-after hair color was blond. Not many Greeks were naturally blond, so light hair was probably perceived as beautiful because it was so exotic. Women would lighten their hair using plant extracts or arsenic. They also washed their locks with a mixture of ashes, olive oil, and water. She also explained how “it was a shame that extension weren’t available during the Heian period when a Japanese woman’s beauty was judges by the length of her hair, since the ideal was considered almost two feet longer than her waist. We’re assuming that ponytails were a popular hairstyle back then.” There are many other crazy facts about beauty facts like Vaseline makes your eyelashes grow and can take off makeup, or if your finger nails are discolored from using dark polish, use a slice of lemon on them and they will regain their color (The beauty magazine, Roselyn Miller, pg. 67). Going into the field of Cosmetology helps you express yourself and it brings out your inner creativity. That is one of the many reason I love this line of work, because when I do hair it lets me express myself while creating a hairstyle of my own. The first time I started doing hair was when I was about 10 or 11, I was a natural! I want to be able to know my clients and exactly what will look right on my clients and read people, so I would know what they do like just by talking to them. I need to learn to separate family from business. I do know some things about this field I before this assignment that cosmetology is not just about doing hair, it’s also about learning about the Skin; Doing make up, eye lashes, etc. You also learn about nails; doing a...
There a three main stages to assessment the start of a course when Initial and diagnostic assessments should take place these methods are used to identify the learners suitability learning levels and learning needs for their chosen course. The second stage would be the middle of the course where I would want to use continuous assessment methods such as peer assessment and self assessment too ensure that the learners are making the correct progress, all of these methods have formative assessment roles that allow the learner to improve whilst learning. Finally there would be a final assessment this could be a written exam end of module test or performi...
The American Heritage dictionary defines cosmetology as “The study of cosmetics and their use.” Cosmetology is more than just hair or nails. It’s a massive world of everything from cosmetics to skin care. Cosmetology opens not just one door, but multiple to other careers in this field of work.
Assessment has been the greatest challenge in my development as a professional. My coursework as supported my growth in this area, especially in understanding the broad range of assessments used to support students’ growth and development. My courses have also supported my understanding of how ongoing observational assessment and standards-based measures can be used to inform instruction and support the cycle of observation, reflection and planning. Coursework
In the context of education, testing refers to “a method to determine a student’s ability to complete certain tasks or demonstrate mastery of a skill or knowledge” (Danuri 2012). Assessment is “the process of gathering information to monitor progress and make any decisions necessary” regarding curriculum and teaching (Danuri 2012). Assessment is a process that measures growth over time whereas testing is a form of evaluating what a student knows at...
I always help students identifying their learning and progress and give them feedback. Students need to be aware of their achievement and progress. I adapt practice and plan further learning, this will make the assessment meaningful and effective as it will answer to the learner needs. 6.3 Use types and methods of assessment, including peer and self-assessment, to: - Involve learners in assessment - Meet the individual needs of learners - Enable learner's to produce assessment evidence that valid. Reliable.
Assessments allow for teachers to monitor the progress and growth of his/her students, help engage students and help guide teachers as well as students in their decision making. Teachers should know that tests are not the only way to assess students in the classroom. It is important for educators constantly assess their students on comprehension and progression.Teachers can take use of both formal and informal assessments so that they can engage students in their own learning, as well as monitor their comprehension and progress.
When one thinks of the term assessment, they will most likely think of a test. This is what we know as summative assessment. Summative assessment can be defined as evaluation of student learning at the end of a unit (Formative vs. Summative).
A beauty therapist is the main term for makeup artist/ nail technician/ hair colorist and many other different jobs that are beauty related. Beauty therapists can work in many different places such as: store cosmetic counters, salons/spas, photography studios, television and film.
This way the individual can have the knowledge on where they can improve to be more
People gravitate to beautiful things, especially those that are visually so. Why do you think beauty products such as facial cleansers (http://www.beautorium.com/natural-organic-face-care-114/cleansers-122/), toners, and moisturisers are so in demand? It's because people love beautiful things. Case in point, when people are asked about prospective partners, a criteria that involves a pleasant physical appearance would always be somewhere on top of the list. It doesn't matter whether you ask a man or a woman. Everybody prefers to be with beautiful people, if they could. The same rule applies in the professional world.
Through assessment students and teachers are able to determine the level of mastery a student has achieved with standards taught. Both formative and summative assessment should be purposeful and targeted to gain the most accurate data to drive further instruction (Ainsworth, 2010). While this syllabus does a good job of identifying the need for both formal and informal assessments, the way in which this is communicated does not provide enough detail for understanding. Simply listing assessment types does not give any insight into how these assessments fit in the learning process of this course. While some of the assessments mentioned could be common assessments chosen by the school or district to gain insight into the effectiveness of instruction, the inclusion of authentic assessments is most beneficial to students and demonstrates learning in a context closer to that of a work environment (Rovai, 2004). Unfortunately, this particular course, according to this syllabus, relies heavily on quizzes and traditional tests and essays to form the bulk of assessment opportunities. While other activities, such as formative assessments, journaling and discussions are mentioned as possible avenues for scoring, they are given a very low percentage of the overall grade. This shows that they are not valued for their ability to show progression and mastery. If this is indeed the case, this puts the students as a
I use assessments to assist me to identify and to develop their learning process. Assessment is not about the final grade, but the learning experience. I would rather have my students know how to look up information and apply knowledge than to memorize it and forget it ten minutes after the test. Learning is a life-long adventure and I want my students to know how to adjust and cope during their adventure. I want my students to have the skills for researching and finding the answer. It is not always that answer which demonstrates learning; it is in the process in which you find the answer that demonstrates learning.
allows teachers and students to keep up with things they learn or are taught by letting them try