Step 1: Initial Assessment
A dynamic and intelligent online assessment that accurately identifies a learner’s current working level for English and maths. Ideal for use at the start of a programme of learning, the Initial Assessment uses complex algorithms to select the most suitable questions for each learner.
Written for the reformed functional skills standards
Identifies from Pre-Entry to Level 2
All learners have a bespoke set of questions
Accessible from the bksbLIVE 2 learning platform
Step 2: Diagnostic Assessment
When a learner completes the Diagnostic Assessments, designed to be taken after the Initial Assessment, in English and maths, it provides them with an accurate level for the elements of:
Reading
SPAG and Writing
Number
Measure
Shape and Space
Statistics and Data
Along with each of the chapters within. It also shows the distance they are from progressing to the next level.
Written for the reformed functional skills standards
Identifies from Pre-Entry to Level 2
All learners have a bespoke set of questions
Accessible from the bksbLIVE 2 learning platform
Step 3: Learning Resources
After initial and diagnostic assessments, learners are sign-posted to relevant resources from their individual learning plan to work on skill gaps.
This includes engaging content and exercises which can be accessed on any device.
Fully interactive and self marking
Provide the essential underpinning knowledge base for Functional English and maths
Suitable for tutor-led and independent learning – ideal for classroom, workshop, work-based and distance learning
In-depth tracking and reporting
Step 4: Progress Check
The Progress Checks evaluates a learner’s advancement at the end of a learning module. The results then link to the learner’s learning plan and reports.
The Progress Checks are fully interactive and self-marking, giving learners immediate feedback and invaluable in providing progression data for tutors.
Written for the reformed functional skills standards
Identifies from Pre-Entry to Level 2
All learners have a bespoke set of questions
Accessible from the bksbLIVE 2 learning platform
At the end of the tests and training, you can apply for an exam with us at Direction Learning if you choose to, or learn with one of our tutors.