Using sign language in exams
Exemplar exam questions translated into BSL
In conjunction with the Scottish Sensory Centre we have produced some exemplar questions from the 2014 National 5 examination questions in:
Mandatory guidelines
Our mandatory guidelines and additional advice (with templates and checklists) for using sign in assessments.
- Using Sign in SQA Assessments (193 KB)
Assessing deaf candidates
Please note the above information must be read alongside:
Assessment Arrangements Explained: Information for Centres.
Related Information
- Guide to Reasonable Adjustments in Regulated Qualifications (121 KB)
- Understanding Standards of the talking and listening components
- Support in National Literacy Units
- Supporting candidates in Literacy assessments
- Reasonable Adjustments for SVQs and Related Qualifications (84 KB)
- Section 96(7) Equality Act 2010
Contact Information
- Assessment Arrangements
- 0345 213 6890
External Web Links
Information, guidance and training on Digital Question Papers and Speech Recognition Software
SSC BSL Glossary of Curriculum Terms
A list of subject-specific terms in British Sign Language.