Which term means proof that evidence was produced by the learner?

• A. Annotation
• B. Authentication
• C. Feedback Report
• D. Principal Moderator Report

Answer: (B)

Authentication is the process of proving that the evidence was produced by the learner, confirming its origin and authorship. In practice, this means ensuring the work truly comes from the student—through declarations, signatures, dates, or other markers that tie the evidence to the learner and show it hasn’t been altered or copied for someone else. This credibility is essential for the assessment and moderation process.

Annotation involves adding notes or comments to the evidence to explain thinking or provide context, but it doesn’t by itself prove who produced the work. Feedback reports focus on comments to guide improvement, not on proving authorship. Principal Moderator Reports are used to document and explain moderation decisions, not to establish who produced the evidence.