This page explains how Programme Committees record and discuss moderation, including guidance on reports, agenda items, and motions.
Recording Moderation in Programme Committees
Moderation outcomes are recorded in two ways in your Programme Committee minutes:
- Academic Lead Quality (ALQ) Report
- Lists moderation completed since the last report and any upcoming moderation.
- Includes copies of MP & TT outcomes at the report date (a snapshot in time).
- Important: The ALQ report is tabled; it is not for discussion during the meeting.
- Motion Wording:
- ALQ report is received by the Programme Committee.”
- Moderation Agenda Item
- This is the section of the meeting for discussion. It covers:
- Successful moderation outcomes
- Moderation that did not meet requirements
- Action plans to address issues
- Recommendations from the moderator
- Responses from assessors or assessment writers
- Updates on previous moderation with outstanding actions
- Motion Wording:
- “Programme Committee accepts the outcomes of the moderation reports.” or
- “Programme Committee makes recommendations based on the moderation discussion.”
Hints and Tips
- Prepare in advance: Review the ALQ report and any previous moderation outcomes.
- Focus on discussion: Use the moderation agenda item to highlight issues, successes, or areas needing follow-up.
- Record clearly: Ensure minutes reflect recommendations and accepted outcomes.
- Follow up: Track action plans and updates from previous moderation.