1. Assess demonstrated competencies
The assessment evaluates demonstrated competencies across relevant domains and records structured item level evidence that remains available for subsequent review.
2. Structure evidence by competency
Response evidence is associated with the competencies it is intended to measure, enabling identification of consistently demonstrated attainment, mixed evidence, and areas requiring further assessment or instruction.
3. Align evidence with Portugal's National Curriculum
Demonstrated competencies are aligned with the relevant Aprendizagens Essenciais by year and subject. The broader Perfil dos Alunos à Saída da Escolaridade Obrigatória provides additional context for interpreting attainment within Portugal's National Curriculum.
4. Preserve evidence traceability
Families can review assessment items and response outcomes. Evaluators can inspect questions, response options, designated correct answers, and associated competencies, preserving traceability from source evidence to reported conclusion.