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MODERATION INSTRUMENT BEFORE ADMINISTERING THE TEST/

EXAMINATION

NAME OF SCHOOL:____________________________

DATE: ___________________

SUBJECT:_____________________________

GRADE: ______________

EXAMINATION/TEST:_____________________

NAME OF MODERATOR: ______________________________

TERM: _____________________

CRITERION 1: LAYOUT OF THE PAPER

Y N Comments

1.1 The question paper is complete with relevant marking


grid and memorandum
1.2 The cover page has all relevant details such as time
allocation, name of the subject and instructions to
candidates
1.3 The instructions to candidates are clearly specified and
unambiguous
1.4The layout of the paper is candidate friendly

1.5 The paper has the correct numbering

1.6 Appropriate fonts are used throughout the paper

1.7 Mark allocations are clearly indicated

1.8 The paper can be completed in the time allocated

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1.9 The mark allocation on the paper is the same as that on
the memo
1.10 The paper adheres to the format requirements in the
CAPS
1.11 Is the test free of spelling/grammatical errors

CRITERION 2: CONTENT COVERAGE

Y N Comments
2.1 The paper adequately covers topics/skills & knowledge
as prescribed in the CAPS document.
2.2 The questions are within the broad scope of the CAPS
document.
2.3 The paper covers questions of various types e.g.
multiple choice questions, matching, scenarios, case studies
and essay-type questions according to the CAPS document.
2.4 The paper allow for the creative responses from
learners
2.5 The examples and illustrations are suitable, appropriate,
relevant and academically correct
2.6 There is correlation between mark allocation, level of
difficulty and time allocation

CRITERION 3: COGNITIVE SKILLS

Y N Comments
3.1There is an appropriate distribution of questions in terms
of cognitive levels (Bloom’s taxonomy), (Barrett taxonomy&
Tarrets Taxonomy) to assess the following:

-reasoning ability Adapt


-ability to compare and contrast
see causal relationship
-ability to express argument clearly according

-ability to see causal relationship to subject


-ability to express argument clearly
specific

3.2 Choice questions are of an equal level of difficulty

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3.3 There is a correct distribution of marks according to the
norms

CRITERION 4: MARKING GUIDELINE -MEMORANDUM/TOOL/INSTRUMENT

Y N Comments
4.1 The marking memorandum is accurate

4.2 It corresponds with the questions in the paper

4.3 The memo makes allowance for alternative responses

4.4 The marking memo is laid out clearly and neatly typed

4.5 The marking memo is complete with mark allocation and


distribution within the questions.

CRITERION 5: ADHERENCE TO ASSESSMENT POLICIES/GUIDELINE DOCUMENTS

Y N Comments
5.1The question paper is in line with the current
policy/guideline document, CAPS and supporting
documents.
5.2 The paper reflects the prescribed topics/skills &
knowledge – as in NCS/CAPS
5.3 The weighting and spread of the topics is appropriate as
NCS/ CAPS

CRITERION 6: OVERALL IMPRESSION

Y N Comments
6.1 The question paper is fair, valid and reliable

6.3 The question paper is of appropriate standard

6.4There is a balance between the assessment of skills,


knowledge and values
6.5 The paper is in line with the relevant current
policy/guideline documents

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OVERALL IMPRESSION OF THE TEST/EXAM

DECISION YES NO
The test/exam is approved
The test/exam is provisionally approved and needs some adjustments
The test/exam is not approved and must be re-submitted on the following date for
re-moderation and approval:

Comment/s

____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________

Checked by: ………………….

Sign: ……………………………

Date: ……………………………

SCHOOL STAMP

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