Clarification details
Updated May 2015. This document has been updated in its entirety to address new issues that have arisen from moderation.
The purpose of clarifications
We create clarification documents to help people understand the current requirements of achievement standards. Clarifications do not introduce new criteria, change the intent of the standard, or change what we expect from assessment.
These documents unpack and explain the language and intent of the standard so people interpret and apply the standard consistently. We provide examples or guidance as illustrations only. They are not prescriptions or requirements.
For official requirements, always refer to the current version of the achievement standard as published by NZQA.
Key messages for demonstrating understanding
- A minimum of two management practices are required at all levels.
- Two behavioural responses are required for each management practice.
- Livestock behaviour refers to observable response(s) to stimuli. Types of behaviour include; maternal, social, agonistic, ingestive, eliminative, investigative, territorial, and sexual.
- For Excellence, comparing and/or contrasting or justifying needs to be done with all of the following; quality, quantity, genetic potential, timing, and the economics of production. The answers will depend on the techniques chosen, and not all are equal. There will be aspects that are more important than others and therefore require greater focus.