This unit describes skills and knowledge required to produce written material for children and young adults. Written material includes a range of delivery media including print media, internet, radio, film, television, game consoles and podcasts.

It applies to individuals who produce written material relevant to children and young adults. These writers draw on their knowledge of children’s and young adults’ abilities and interests, as well as knowledge of the market for this type of written material.

Producers of children's and young adults' written works undertake work either as freelance or commissioned writers.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assingnment, checklist) and due date here

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Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice	Yes	No	Comments/feedback
Identify and document purpose, desired outcome and potential markets for written work
Identify and document research requirements and methods for gathering the required information
Document and assess social and ethical impacts of the written work to ensure alignment with the purpose
Determine and document copyright and intellectual property requirements for the written work
Document basic concept of the written work based on the purpose and desired outcome
Identify and assess constraints which may affect the feasibility of the written work
Research, adjust, and confirm audience and potential markets for the written work
Discuss concept with individuals from confirmed audience and refine the concept accordingly
Create proposal to develop the written work and present to interested stakeholders
Develop plan to reflect the developmental stages and timelines for the completion of the work and confirm with interested stakeholders
Determine the medium, production style, structure and length of work through research and consultation with individuals from the intended audience
Develop an outline of the work based on the purpose and desired outcome to meet the needs of the intended audience
Acquire the necessary resources to create the written work
Use safe work practices including addressing ergonomic requirements when undertaking work tasks
Develop draft written work based on the outline
Self-edit draft written work with reference to the purpose and desired outcome
Proofread and check formatting of draft written work
Review and modify written work according to copyright and intellectual property requirements
Review and evaluate draft written work to ensure that it delivers the purpose and desired outcome
Consult with individuals from the intended audience to obtain feedback on draft written work
Evaluate feedback and incorporate modifications, where necessary, within agreed timelines to produce final draft
Conduct final detailed review of work and distribute to interested stakeholders

Assessment Cover Sheet

CUAWRT508 - Develop children’s and young adults’ written works for publication

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Assessment Record Sheet

CUAWRT508 - Develop children’s and young adults’ written works for publication

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