Personal histories as a component of an ethnography of expert assessment practice in the workplace.
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2012-03-12
Authors
Msimango, Sindiswa Nontembiso
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This research report describes the learning histories of computer
assistants and expert assessment practice. This takes place in a workplace
where computer training, specifically the fixing of hardware (CPU)
occurs. It is hoped that the evidence collected might contribute towards
the recognition and understanding of tacit assessment on the National
Qualifications Framework, (NQF).
In uncovering these learning histories and expert assessment practices, a
component of ethnography which involves case history interviews and
discussions was used. The theoretical framework used was situated
learning theory and the legitimate peripheral participation of the
computer assistants. This framework is itself embedded in the theory of
constructivism. Case histories used as a component of ethnography is part
of a bigger ethnographic project developed by the South African
Qualifications Authority (SAQA). This particular study will contribute
along with other projects in the University of Witwatersrand research
group, to make up a full ethnographic account of learning and assessment
in the workplace.
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Legitimate peripheral participation, Communities of practice, Tacit knowledge, Explicit knowledge, Assessment, Constructivism