Formats and tools
- Unit Description
- Reconstruct the unit from the xml and display it as an HTML page.
- Assessment Tool
- an assessor resource that builds a framework for writing an assessment tool
- Assessment Template
- generate a spreadsheet for marking this unit in a classroom environment. Put student names in the top row and check them off as they demonstrate competenece for each of the unit's elements and performance criteria.
- Assessment Matrix
- a slightly different format than the assessment template. A spreadsheet with unit names, elements and performance criteria in separate columns. Put assessment names in column headings to track which performance criteria each one covers. Good for ensuring that you've covered every one of the performance criteria with your assessment instrument (all assessement tools together).
- Wiki Markup
- mark up the unit in a wiki markup codes, ready to copy and paste into a wiki page. The output will work in most wikis but is designed to work particularly well as a Wikiversity learning project.
- Evidence Guide
- create an evidence guide for workplace assessment and RPL applicants
- Competency Mapping Template
- Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners. A template for developing assessments for a unit, which will help you to create valid, fair and reliable assessments for the unit, ready to give to trainers and students
- Observation Checklist
- create an observation checklist for workplace assessment and RPL applicants. This is similar to the evidence guide above, but a little shorter and friendlier on your printer. You will also need to create a seperate Assessor Marking Guide for guidelines on gathering evidence and a list of key points for each activity observed using the unit's range statement, required skills and evidence required (see the unit's html page for details)
- Self Assessment Survey
- A form for students to assess thier current skill levels against each of the unit's performance criteria. Cut and paste into a web document or print and distribute in hard copy.
- Moodle Outcomes
- Create a csv file of the unit's performance criteria to import into a moodle course as outcomes, ready to associate with each of your assignments. Here's a quick 'how to' for importing these into moodle 2.x
- Registered Training Organisations
- Trying to find someone to train or assess you? This link lists all the RTOs that are currently registered to deliver AHCARB607, 'Review and develop strategic tree policy'.
- Google Links
- links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
- Books
- Reference books for 'Review and develop strategic tree policy' on fishpond.com.au. This online store has a huge range of books, pretty reasonable prices, free delivery in Australia *and* they give a small commission to ntisthis.com for every purchase, so go nuts :)
Elements and Performance Criteria
Element | Performance criteria |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Analyse the system | 1.1 Identify stakeholders, consult and establish stakeholder needs 1.2 Research historic and current tree policies 1.3 Analyse statutory context and policy context of the current or proposed tree policy 1.4 Research current and historic tree management activities 1.5 Analyse current industry tree policy models 1.6 Evaluate comparative tree methodologies and systems 1.7 Research current policy and strategic information to inform and develop policy |
2. Define policy objectives | 2.1 Identify key management objectives and management metrics 2.2 Establish benchmarks 2.3 Analyse existing policies, procedures and systems for compliance with policy planning requirements 2.4 Evaluate conflicting stakeholder needs 2.5 Determine tree management strategies 2.6 Define policy reflecting strategic objectives of organisation 2.7 Define strategic objectives of the policy 2.8 Develop and communicate change management strategies 2.9 Make recommendations for policy options |
3 Define legal parameters | 3.1 Determine legal parameters, statutes and local planning laws 3.2 Determine if policy is included or referred to in statutory documents 3.3 Seek advice about legal implications of policy |
4. Define context and limitations of tree policy | 4.1 Determine parameters of policy 4.2 Determine and record localised soil types, rainfall infiltration and runoff 4.3 Compile database of local and indigenous tree species 4.4 Compile database of exotics that perform well 4.5 Create list of preferred and desired species 4.6 Determine extent and type of tree data from tree inventory 4.7 Set diversity goals for tree species and tree families |
5. Develop tree policy | 5.1 Develop tree policy to meet strategic objectives 5.2 Develop and communicate procedures to implement policy 5.3 Develop policy determinations for hazard identification and mitigation, significant trees, tree selection, tree replacement, street tree planting, tree removal, tree inspections and assessments, tree pruning operations, power line clearance, habitat protection, infrastructure protection and pest and disease control as required 5.4 Develop draft of strategic tree policy 5.6 Promote tree policy and expected outcomes to key stakeholders 5.7 Seek feedback from stakeholders 5.8 Review and amend policy 5.9 Develop tree policy documentation 5.10 Develop compliance programs in policy documentation 5.11 Implement strategies for continuous improvement |
6. Review tree policy implementation | 6.1 Publish final tree policy documentation 6.2 Use policy to guide development of operational tree management plans 6.3 Investigate and document implementation outcomes of policy 6.4 Provide feedback to key personnel and stakeholders 6.5 Monitor records for remedial action and to improve performance 6.6 Modify policy and or procedures as required |