toetsplan

A toetsplan is a document used in Dutch education that describes how a course or programme will be assessed. It specifies the assessment methods, the moments when assessments take place, and how these assessments contribute to the final grade.

The toetsplan aims to ensure transparency and fairness in assessment, and to align the testing approach with the intended learning outcomes and the goals of the programme. It also supports quality assurance and accreditation processes by making the assessment design explicit.

Typical components of a toetsplan include the learning outcomes to be tested, the assessment methods (such as written exams, essays, projects, presentations, practical work), the weighting of each component, and the pass criteria or grading scale. It also lists the schedule for assessments, deadlines for submissions, policies on retakes, timelines for feedback, and rules regarding academic integrity and plagiarism.

Process-wise, the toetsplan is usually developed by course coordinators or an assessment committee, reviewed within the department, and published at the start of the course or module, often in the learning management system. It may be updated if requirements change. Students use the plan to prepare and plan their study activities and to understand how their performance will be judged.

In relation to the curriculum, the toetsplan maps assessments to the programme’s learning outcomes and, where applicable, to national qualifications frameworks. It is used across educational levels, though the terminology can vary between secondary and higher education. Clear and accessible toetsplans support consistent assessment practices and student success.