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What's the latest fashion in assessment? Everyone is talking about integrated assessment. Does your wardrobe of multiple and seemingly unrelated assessments need co-ordinating into a stylish, practical and versatile new look? This session shows how an integrated assessment makeover can transform traditional assessment. The modules 'Garment technology' and 'Pattern development' from the Bachelor of Arts (Fashion Technology) are used to illustrate how assessments can be integrated to encompass the learning outcomes of two modules. The acceptance of diverse forms of evidence enables both first year degree students and experienced practitioners in the fashion industry, seeking recognition of prior learning, to be accommodated by this approach. Issues pertaining to competency based assessment and the development of capabilities are discussed within this context. Show less