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Explain how an assessor should determine a level when using the mark scheme.
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- The assessor should start at the lowest level and compare the work with that level's descriptor.
- If the work meets the descriptor, the assessor should move to the next level and repeat the comparison.
- This continues until the descriptor and the work match.
- The assessor should judge the overall quality rather than isolated weaknesses.
Explanation
Why this works
The process is sequential: begin at the lowest level, use the descriptors as a ladder, and continue upwards until a suitable match is found. The decision should reflect the overall quality of the work, not just a small part that falls short.
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