Standardisation
Training markers or teachers to apply a mark scheme or standard in the same way, usually by marking sample work together before marking begins.
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- All four UK nations (details may differ)
- Topic
- Assessment
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Related terms
- Moderation All four UK nations (details may differ) International
- Checking that marks or teacher judgements are consistent and accurate, often by comparing samples of work with other teachers or with an external moderator.
- Mark scheme All four UK nations (details may differ)
- The document examiners use to mark an exam paper, showing acceptable answers and how marks are awarded. US equivalents include a rubric or answer key.
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