Which term corresponds to evaluations based on established assessment criteria?

• A. Lead Assessor
• B. Observation Records
• C. Synoptic Assessment
• D. WJEC Level 3

Answer: (B)

Evaluations that follow established assessment criteria are captured in Observation Records. These records are designed to document how a learner’s performance aligns with each specific criterion, often including notes, rubrics, and any evidence collected. This structure makes judgments transparent and consistent because assessors refer directly to the predefined criteria when recording what the learner did and how it meets the standards. In the context of a WJEC Level 3 qualification, Observation Records provide a clear trail from observed performance to grade, supporting fair feedback and accountability.

The other terms describe different ideas: a Lead Assessor is the person overseeing the process, not the method of recording evaluations; Synoptic Assessment refers to a broad, integrated assessment approach across units, not the standard documentation of criterion-based evaluations; and WJEC Level 3 is the qualification itself, not the tool used to document evaluation against criteria.