Remote Examining Self-Evaluation Form | The Royal Conservatory of Music

Examiner

Examinations Reviewed

Level

Confirmation #

Level

Confirmation #

After reviewing your Zoom exam videos, please evaluate your own examining skills by offering a YES or NO response and brief additional comments as appropriate:

Part 1 - Examining Skills

The examiner was punctual and appeared comfortable and at ease within the Zoom environment.

Yes
No

The examiner introduced themself by name at the start of the exam.

Yes
No

The examiner greeted the student by name at the start of the exam.

Yes
No

The examiner took time to establish a rapport and to help the student feel comfortable at the start of the exam.

Yes
No

The examiner conducted a brief sound check before beginning the exam.

Yes
No

The examiner followed remote examination procedures as outlined in the Remote Examining Resources booklet.

Yes
No

The examiner offered clear instructions to assist the student in making any necessary camera adjustments.

Yes
No

The examiner’s workspace was professional and free of distractions.

Yes
No

The examiner conducted the examinations within the time blocks allotted.

Yes
No

The examiner was efficient in organizing and utilizing the examination materials.

Yes
No

The examiner gave clear instructions that were easy to follow.

Yes
No

The examiner followed established procedures in conducting Technical Tests.

Yes
No

The examiner followed established procedures in conducting Ear Tests.

Yes
No

The examiner followed established procedures in conducting Sight Reading.

Yes
No

The examiner was effective in special situations (i.e. special needs, adults, or any other unusual situations).

Yes
No

The examiner showed respect and courtesy for the students throughout the examination process.

Yes
No

General observations on examining style

Part 2 - Report Writing Skills

The reports are written in well-crafted prose, free of grammatical or spelling errors and typos.

Yes
No

The language is clear and easy to understand.

Yes
No

The comments are level appropriate.

Yes
No

The written comments for repertoire and etudes fall within the established guidelines for length and structure.

Yes
No

Reports include an appropriate balance of praise and criticism.

Yes
No

Reports include both general and specific comments, with references to musical details as appropriate.

Yes
No

Reports do not include references to technical issues related to the Wifi connection or Zoom platform.

Yes
No

Reports avoid direct comments related to the absence of dynamic contrast or tonal variety.

Yes
No

The reports are positive and encouraging, celebrating the students’ achievements.

Yes
No

General observations on report writing

Summarize the aspects of your examining that you think are most effective, and the aspects you would like to change or improve.