Assessment 2 Diversity Self Reflection Assessment Task
Assessment 2 Diversity Self Reflection Assessment Task
Qualification/Course CHC43115 Certificate IV in Disability
Unit CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
About the assessment
Task 2 of 4 Diversity Self Reflection Assessment Task
Assessor Email
Student Name:
Student ID:
Instructions to LearnerAssessment instructionsOverviewPrior to commencing the assessments, your trainer/assessor will explain each assessment task and the terms and conditions relating to the submission of your assessment task. Please consult with your trainer/assessor if you are unsure of any questions. It is important that you understand and adhere to the terms and conditions, and address fully each assessment task. If any assessment task is not fully addressed, then your assessment task will be returned to you for resubmission. Your trainer/assessor will remain available to support you throughout the assessment process.
Written workAssessment tasks are used to measure your understanding and underpinning skills and knowledge of the overall unit of competency. When undertaking any written assessment tasks, please ensure that you address the following criteria:
Address each question including any sub-pointsDemonstrate that you have researched the topic thoroughlyCover the topic in a logical, structured mannerYour assessment tasks are well presented, well referenced and word processed
Your assessment tasks include your full legal name on each and every page.
Active participationIt is a condition of enrolment that you actively participate in your studies. Active participation is completing all the assessment tasks on time.
PlagiarismPlagiarism is taking and using someone else's thoughts, writings or inventions and representing them as your own. Plagiarism is a serious act and may result in a learners exclusion from a course. When you have any doubts about including the work of other authors in your assessment, please consult your trainer/assessor. The following list outlines some of the activities for which a learner can be accused of plagiarism:
Presenting any work by another individual as one's own unintentionallyHanding in assessments markedly similar to or copied from another learnerPresenting the work of another individual or group as their own work
Handing in assessments without the adequate acknowledgement of sources used, including assessments taken totally or in part from the internet.
If it is identified that you have plagiarised within your assessment, then a meeting will be organised to discuss this with you, and further action may be taken accordingly.
CollusionCollusion is the presentation by a learner of an assignment as their own that is, in fact, the result in whole or in part of unauthorised collaboration with another person or persons. Collusion involves the cooperation of two or more learners in plagiarism or other forms of academic misconduct and, as such, both parties are subject to disciplinary action. Collusion or copying from other learners is not permitted and will result in a 0 grade and NYC.
Assessments must be typed using document software such as (or similar to) MS Office. Handwritten assessments will not be accepted (unless, prior written confirmation is provided by the trainer/assessor to confirm).
Competency outcomeThere are two outcomes of assessments: S = Satisfactory and NS = Not Satisfactory (requires more training and experience).Once the learner has satisfactorily completed all the tasks for this module the learner will be awarded Competent (C) or Not yet Competent (NYC) for the relevant unit of competency.If you are deemed Not Yet Competent you will be provided with feedback from your assessor and will be given another chance to resubmit your assessment task(s). If you are still deemed as Not Yet Competent you will be required to re-enrol in the unit of competency.
Additional evidence
If we, at our sole discretion, determine that we require additional or alternative information/evidence in order to determine competency, you must provide us with such information/evidence, subject to privacy and confidentiality issues. We retain this right at any time, including after submission of your assessments.
Confidentiality
We will treat anything, including information about your job, workplace, employer, with strict confidence, in accordance with the law. However, you are responsible for ensuring that you do not provide us with anything regarding any third party including your employer, colleagues and others, that they do not consent to the disclosure of. While we may ask you to provide information or details about aspects of your employer and workplace, you are responsible for obtaining necessary consents and ensuring that privacy rights and confidentiality obligations are not breached by you in supplying us with such information.
Assessment appeals processIf you feel that you have been unfairly treated during your assessment, and you are not happy with your assessment and/or the outcome as a result of that treatment, you have the right to lodge an appeal. You must first discuss the issue with your trainer/assessor. If you would like to proceed further with the request after discussions with your trainer/assessor, you need to lodge your appeal to the course coordinator, in writing, outlining the reason(s) for the appeal.
Recognised prior learningCandidates will be able to have their previous experience or expertise recognised on request.
Special needsCandidates with special needs should notify their trainer/assessor to request any required adjustments as soon as possible. This will enable the trainer/assessor to address the identified needs immediately.
Assessment requirementsThe assessment activities in this workbook assess aspects of all the elements, performance criteria, skills and knowledge and performance requirements of the unit of competency.
To demonstrate competence in this unit you must undertake all activities in this workbook and have them deemed satisfactory by the assessor. If you do not answer some questions or perform certain tasks, and therefore you are deemed to be Not Yet Competent, your trainer/assessor may ask you supplementary questions to determine your competence. Once you have demonstrated the required level of performance, you will be deemed competent in this unit.
Should you still be deemed Not Yet Competent, you will have the opportunity to resubmit your assessments or appeal the result.
As part of the assessment process, all learners must abide by any relevant assessment policies as provided during induction.
If you feel you are not yet ready to be assessed or that this assessment is unfair, please contact your assessor to discuss your options. You have the right to formally appeal any outcome and, if you wish to do so, discuss this with your trainer/assessor.
Diversity Self-Reflection Assessment Task
For this assessment tasks candidate are required to:
Demonstrate your ability to apply your knowledge of self and social awareness, including personal biases as it relates to concepts of diversity through a structured self-reflection process undertaken at three distinct phases (initial reflection, mid-unit reflection and post-unit reflection) during the completion of this unit.
The Project assessment criteria on the following page are used to guide you with the assessment.
Project assessment task criteria
The Project must include the following:
Initial Reflection What did I understand diversity to be i.e. BEFORE starting this unit?
PE1
Initial Reflection What experiences do I have with working and/or interacting with diverse groups of people?
PE1
Initial Reflection Identify personal beliefs, biases, or experiences regarding a group of people that may impact my professional practice to work with diverse people.
PE1, KE 11
Initial Reflection How do I think my knowledge of diversity will impact my professional and personal practice?
PE1
Reflections during the unit What topics discussed during this unit prompted me to think further? (Choose three [3] topics).
PE1
Reflections during the unit For EACH topic selection in the question above, answer the following:
What did I learn about diversity from this topic?
What aspects of my understanding of diversity have changed or been challenged?
How do I feel about this?
Topic 1 Topic 2 Topic 3
1.What did I learn about diversity from this topic? 2.What aspects of my understanding of diversity have changed or been challenged? 3.How do I feel about this? PE1
Post-unit reflection What do I understand diversity to be now?
PE1
Post-unit reflection What experiences can I draw on as I reflect on my cultural and social experiences to work more effectively when interacting with diverse groups?
PE1, KE 10
Post-unit reflection How would I resolve cultural differences now that I have a better understanding of cultural diversity?
PE1
Post-unit reflection How can I contribute to the development of workplace and professional relationships based on appreciation of diversity and inclusiveness?
PE1, KE 11
Post-unit reflection What knowledge did I gain from this unit - Work with diverse people?
PE1
Post-unit reflection What do I need to work on?
PE1
Post-unit reflection With the improvements regarding self, social awareness and personal challenges, how will you implement a personal change to improve your practice?
PE1, KE 11
Assessment 3: Diversity Research Assessment Task
Qualification / Course CHC43115 Certificate IV in Disability
UnitCHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
About the assessment
Task 3 of 4 Diversity Research Assessment Task
Assessor Refer to Unit Plan
Email Refer to Unit Plan
Student Name:
Student ID:
Instructions to LearnerAssessment instructionsOverviewPrior to commencing the assessments, your trainer/assessor will explain each assessment task and the terms and conditions relating to the submission of your assessment task. Please consult with your trainer/assessor if you are unsure of any questions. It is important that you understand and adhere to the terms and conditions, and address fully each assessment task. If any assessment task is not fully addressed, then your assessment task will be returned to you for resubmission. Your trainer/assessor will remain available to support you throughout the assessment process.
Written workAssessment tasks are used to measure your understanding and underpinning skills and knowledge of the overall unit of competency. When undertaking any written assessment tasks, please ensure that you address the following criteria:
Address each question including any sub-points
Demonstrate that you have researched the topic thoroughly
Cover the topic in a logical, structured manner
Your assessment tasks are well presented, well referenced and word processed
Your assessment tasks include your full legal name on each and every page.
Active participationIt is a condition of enrolment that you actively participate in your studies. Active participation is completing all the assessment tasks on time.
PlagiarismPlagiarism is taking and using someone else's thoughts, writings or inventions and representing them as your own. Plagiarism is a serious act and may result in a learners exclusion from a course. When you have any doubts about including the work of other authors in your assessment, please consult your trainer/assessor. The following list outlines some of the activities for which a learner can be accused of plagiarism:
Presenting any work by another individual as one's own unintentionally
Handing in assessments markedly similar to or copied from another learner
Presenting the work of another individual or group as their own work
Handing in assessments without the adequate acknowledgement of sources used, including assessments taken totally or in part from the internet.
If it is identified that you have plagiarised within your assessment, then a meeting will be organised to discuss this with you, and further action may be taken accordingly.
CollusionCollusion is the presentation by a learner of an assignment as their own that is, in fact, the result in whole or in part of unauthorised collaboration with another person or persons. Collusion involves the cooperation of two or more learners in plagiarism or other forms of academic misconduct and, as such, both parties are subject to disciplinary action. Collusion or copying from other learners is not permitted and will result in a 0 grade and NYC.
Assessments must be typed using document software such as (or similar to) MS Office. Handwritten assessments will not be accepted (unless, prior written confirmation is provided by the trainer/assessor to confirm).
Competency outcomeThere are two outcomes of assessments: S = Satisfactory and NS = Not Satisfactory (requires more training and experience).Once the learner has satisfactorily completed all the tasks for this module the learner will be awarded Competent (C) or Not yet Competent (NYC) for the relevant unit of competency.If you are deemed Not Yet Competent you will be provided with feedback from your assessor and will be given another chance to resubmit your assessment task(s). If you are still deemed as Not Yet Competent you will be required to re-enrol in the unit of competency.
Additional evidence
If we, at our sole discretion, determine that we require additional or alternative information/evidence in order to determine competency, you must provide us with such information/evidence, subject to privacy and confidentiality issues. We retain this right at any time, including after submission of your assessments.
Confidentiality
We will treat anything, including information about your job, workplace, employer, with strict confidence, in accordance with the law. However, you are responsible for ensuring that you do not provide us with anything regarding any third party including your employer, colleagues and others, that they do not consent to the disclosure of. While we may ask you to provide information or details about aspects of your employer and workplace, you are responsible for obtaining necessary consents and ensuring that privacy rights and confidentiality obligations are not breached by you in supplying us with such information.
Assessment appeals processIf you feel that you have been unfairly treated during your assessment, and you are not happy with your assessment and/or the outcome as a result of that treatment, you have the right to lodge an appeal. You must first discuss the issue with your trainer/assessor. If you would like to proceed further with the request after discussions with your trainer/assessor, you need to lodge your appeal to the course coordinator, in writing, outlining the reason(s) for the appeal.
Recognised prior learningCandidates will be able to have their previous experience or expertise recognised on request.
Special needsCandidates with special needs should notify their trainer/assessor to request any required adjustments as soon as possible. This will enable the trainer/assessor to address the identified needs immediately.
Assessment requirementsThe assessment activities in this workbook assess aspects of all the elements, performance criteria, skills and knowledge and performance requirements of the unit of competency.
To demonstrate competence in this unit you must undertake all activities in this workbook and have them deemed satisfactory by the assessor. If you do not answer some questions or perform certain tasks, and therefore you are deemed to be Not Yet Competent, your trainer/assessor may ask you supplementary questions to determine your competence. Once you have demonstrated the required level of performance, you will be deemed competent in this unit.
Should you still be deemed Not Yet Competent, you will have the opportunity to resubmit your assessments or appeal the result.
As part of the assessment process, all learners must abide by any relevant assessment policies as provided during induction.
If you feel you are not yet ready to be assessed or that this assessment is unfair, please contact your assessor to discuss your options. You have the right to formally appeal any outcome and, if you wish to do so, discuss this with your trainer/assessor.
Diversity Research Project Assessment Task
For this assessment tasks candidate are required to:
Complete two parts (Part A and Part B) of a research project which requires them to demonstrate their ability to apply their knowledge of people from diverse cultural and social backgrounds, comparing to own cultural and social group and document findings in a report.
Part A: Research Cultural and Social Groups they will demonstrate their ability to apply their knowledge of people from diverse cultural and social backgrounds, by undertaking in-depth research into three (3) different cultural or social groups, comparing these to their own cultural or social group and documenting the findings in a report.
Part B: Research Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander Peoples by demonstrating their ability to apply their knowledge of people from diverse cultures by undertaking in-depth research into the cultural, social, political, economic, mental and physical wellbeing and the influence of western systems on their culture and document the findings in a report.
The Project Marking Guide on the following page is used to guide you with the assessment. Results will be entered into the candidates Assessment Task Feedback form. Each point in the marking Guide needs to be deemed satisfactory for the task to be satisfactory.
Project Assessment Task Criteria
Part A: Research Cultural / Social Groups
The Project must include the following:
Research and list three (3) different cultures or social groups that you are likely to work with or are currently working with.
PC 2.1
Identify source information for each of the three (3) cultures or social groups on the following:
Traditions
Language/s
Beliefs
Political
Economic
Social perspectives
Culture
/ social group 1 Culture
/ social group 2 Culture
/ social group 3
Traditions Language/s Beliefs Political Economic Social perspectives KE 3
Consider your own culture in comparison to the three (3) you have researched. Identify clear points of difference on EACH of the following topics:
Traditions
Language/s
Beliefs
Political
Economic
Social perspectives
KE 3
How might these points of difference affect the way you interact professionally with someone from these diverse backgrounds or social groups?
PC 3.1 - 3.4
Considering the three (3) different cultural and/or social groups already identified, detail potential misunderstanding which may arise for each of these, and provide appropriate and sensitive responses in effectively dealing with them.
PC 4.1 - 4.4
In relation to the potential misunderstandings identified above, provide details of services or support available to assist with the issues raised.
PC 4.4
Research your local area/s and list at least one (1) translation service available that would be suitable for the identified social/cultural groups researched.
PC 4.4
Project Assessment Task Criteria
Part B: Research Aboriginal / Torres Strait Islander peoples
The Project must include the following:
Research your local Aboriginal / Torres Strait Islander community and answer the following:
What are the social issues affecting this culture?
What are the political issues affecting this culture?
What are the economic issues affecting this culture?
What are the main health and wellbeing issues affecting this culture?
KE 6
2. How does your own culture and that of western systems and structures impact on Aboriginal people and their engagement with services?
KE 6
