2024 RTO Roundtable Series: Part 1 - with Lauren Boon-Hollows and Maree Thorne - Standard 1.3 to 1.4 All about Assessment

In this riveting episode of the RTO Superhero Podcast, we delve deep into the upcoming shifts in the Standards for RTOs, set to come into effect on January 1, 2025. Joining forces with Lauren Hollows of Aniwaya Education Services, and seasoned consultants Maree Thorne from Compliance Assist and the effervescent Angela Connell-Richards from Vivacity Coaching and Consulting, we unpack the nuances of assessment—the cornerstone of RTO operations.Our conversation kicks off with a warm welcome from Lauren, followed by insightful introductions by Angela and Maree, who share their extensive experience and perspectives on the evolving landscape of vocational education and training. As we dissect the proposed changes to assessment standards, particularly the transition of 1.8 to 1.3, our experts debate whether these modifications signal a transformation in approach or a mere linguistic reshuffle.Maree highlights the emphasis on assessment systems over tools, and the nuanced requirements for pre-use testing of assessment tools, underscoring a potential shift towards a more holistic assessment strategy. Angela brings to the table her concerns regarding the practicality of these changes, especially for smaller RTOs, and muses on the broader implications for the sector amidst ongoing qualifications reform.Lauren raises critical questions about the operationalization of these standards, including the role of AI and technology in testing and validating assessment tools, and the importance of tailoring assessment practices to diverse learner cohorts.This episode is a must-listen for RTO professionals seeking to navigate the forthcoming standards with confidence and creativity. Stay tuned for the continuation of this enlightening discussion in our next episode, where we will dive even deeper into the implications and implementation strategies for RTOs.Don't miss this deep dive into the future of vocational education and training standards. Subscribe and follow the playlist for more insights from the frontline of RTO management and compliance.Send us Fan MailSupport the showThank you for tuning in to the RTO Superhero Podcast! This podcast supports RTOs to operate with clarity and control under the 2025 Standards. Each episode breaks down compliance into practical actions you can apply in your RTO.📘 Want deeper insight into governance under the new Standards?Explore The Governance Shift: https://governance-shift.vivacity.com.au/and the 8 Critical Drivers to RTO Success: https://8-critical-drivers-book.vivacity.com.au/ Stay connected with the RTO Community: RTO Job Board FacebookRTO Job Board LinkedInRTO Community Facebook📌 Don’t forget to:✔ Subscribe so you never miss an episode✔ Share this episode with your RTO network🎙 Listen now and stay ahead of the Standards📢 Want more compliance insights?Subscribe to our EduStream YouTube Channel for FAQ sessions on the 2025 Standards🔗 Subscribe now: EduStream by Vivacity Coaching✉️ Email us at [email protected] 📞 Call us on 1300 729 455🖥️ Visit us at vivacity.au