Clarification details
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.
Assessment guidance
For each level 2 and 3 Education for Sustainability standard, the basis of a sustainable future is outlined in Explanatory Note 3 (EN3). Students should be aware of this and use it when responding to all standards.
Several standards require or permit students to work in groups (AS 90810, 90815, 90828, 90832). It would be helpful for moderation purposes if teachers included information on the size and formation of the groups. Experience indicates that groups of four or fewer are more effective.