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Learners are taught the same content at Level 3 and 4 rather than sitting optional units.  \n Flexibility: the summative assessment determines the level of the qualification learners will gain. This allows you to determine, through formative assessment, whether to assess them at level 3 or 4 for the final grade, and provides  \nopportunity to stretch learners to achieve more.  A common assessment criteria grid: features  \none simple and intuitive assessment grid which captures six fundamental creative skills essential to university progression.  \n Fair and compensatory assessment:  \nrewards learners for exceptional performance in some areas without requiring it in all areas, so grade  \noutcomes reflect a fair balance.  \n Current and accessible: up to date content integrates art, design, and media practices to reflect advances in technology, working methods, and growing areas in the creative industries, such as games development and fashion communications.  \n Support visit: we’ve included a supportive visit in your first year of delivery to make sure you are confident in all aspects of planning, teaching, and assessment.  \n100% internalanlyd  \ncaaresAsSdllpLeveointsl 3  \nApproved for 16–18 funding  \nA1691  \nFind out more about the Pearson BTEC Level 3 and 4 Foundation Diploma in Art, Design and Media Practice:  \n[quals. pearson.com/BTEC-FADM](quals. pearson.com/BTEC-FADM)  \nWhat skills will learners gain?  \nAll teaching content and assessment has been designed around six fundamental skills areas, which are essential for preparation and progression to degree level study in the creative sectors.  \nHow will my students be assessed?  \nAll evidence produced for assessment is based on practical portfolios of work. 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