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Interview 1: The purpose of the first CAS interview is to ensure that students begin their CAS/SL journey with a clear understanding of the program's requirements and expectations. It is also to check that students are engaging in CAS/SL and have created a habit of engagement.
NOTE: Your Mentor needs to APPROVE your Project on your Learner Passport during this interview .
NOTE: Your Mentor needs to APPROVE your Project on your Learner Passport during this interview .
You ONLY need to get advance approval for your Collaborative Project. That is so you and your Mentor are both happy that it fits the Collaborative Project Criteria before you get started.
Questions your Mentor might ask you during Interview 1:
Questions your Mentor might ask you during Interview 1:
Understanding CAS / SL Requirements
- What do you understand about the overall CAS / SL requirements?
- Can you describe how you plan to balance Creativity, Activity, and Service in your CAS journey? (DP)
Personal Interests and Goals
- What are some personal interests or skills you hope to explore through CAS / SL?
- Do you have any goals for personal growth that you’d like to achieve through your CAS / SL experiences?
Initial CAS / SL Experience Ideas
- What are some initial ideas you have for CAS experiences in each of the three strands? (DP)
- Are there any specific community issues or needs that interest you and might shape your CAS / SL experiences?
Engagement and Documentation
- How are you logging your experiences on the Learner Passport?
- Are you finding it easy to document your eperiences? Is there anything you need support with?
Collaborative Project
- Tell me about your collaborative project. What need did you identify in the community, and how did you conduct your research?
- How do you envision collaborating with others for this project?
Future CAS / SL Plans
- Do you have a plan for experiences that cover all three CAS Strands (Creativity, Activity, and Service)? (DP)
- How do you plan to incorporate the 5 Service Learning stages (Investigation, Preparation, Action, Reflection, Demonstration) into these experiences?
Reflection and Feedback
- How do you plan to reflect on your experiences and keep track of your personal growth?
Accountability
- Do you understand that the Evidence and the Reflections on your Learner Passport is the EVIDENCE that supports your CAS / SL programme and - along with your final interview - will be your success indicators for the CAS / SL? Without this evidence, we cannot prove that you have fulfilled the CAS Criteria. Successful achievement of the criteria is essential to pass the Diploma Programme.
CAS Interview 1 Rubric
CAS Interview 1 Rubric
Handy Checklist to help you prepare for your first CAS / SL Interview
Handy Checklist to help you prepare for your first CAS / SL Interview
☐ Demonstrate Understanding of CAS Requirements
- Show that you understand the overall CAS expectations and how to balance Creativity, Activity, and Service.
☐ Demonstrate Familiarity with CAS Stages
- Explain the CAS stages (Investigation, Preparation, Action, Reflection, Demonstration) and how they apply to your experiences.
☐ Discuss Your Personal Interests and Goals
- Explain your personal interests and any goals you have for growth through CAS.
☐ Share Initial Ideas for CAS Experiences
- Present some initial ideas for experiences in each CAS Strand: Creativity, Activity, and Service.
☐ Show Engagement and Documentation
- Be actively engaged in CAS experiences and have each one logged in the Learner Passport.
☐ Present a Collaborative Project
- Have one collaborative project logged, with evidence of initial research showing the need for this project in the community.
☐ Outline Future CAS Plans
- Provide a clear idea of the experiences you plan to undertake across all CAS Strands.
☐ Confirm Supervisor Permissions
- Show that you are in the process of obtaining permissions from supervisors for your planned CAS experiences.
☐ Reflect and Seek Feedback
- Be prepared to discuss how you plan to reflect on your experiences and be open to feedback from your Mentor.
Ensure your Learner Passport is up-to-date, and be ready to discuss each item during the interview to set a strong foundation for your CAS journey!
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