Introduction
Assessment of the quality of open and distance learning offered by a provider takes snapshots of the work of the provider from various angles, and builds them into a coherent picture. This is then presented to Council, who meet towards the end of each quarter. The main components of the assessment process are:
- Surveys of learners and tutors
- References from third parties
- Course assessment by specialists
- Overall assessment of the provision, based on a self-assessment undertaken by the provider
- Samples of marketing and administrative materials
- Visit by the reporting assessor
- Review by the Council
This process usually takes between one and three months to complete.