IGNOU Psychology Practical Grading System

Understanding IGNOU's internship evaluation system is crucial for maximizing your grades in the MAPC (Master of Arts in Psychology) program. At Adhyayan Adhayayan Academy, we've decoded the assessment patterns of 150+ successful interns. This 1000-word guide reveals:

The exact weightage of each component

How supervisors create your final score

Common grading pitfalls (and how to avoid them)

Adhyayan's proven A+ strategies used by our top students

1. The 3-Pillar Evaluation Framework
IGNOU evaluates your internship performance through:

1. Supervisor's Assessment (50% Marks)
Clinical Competence (30%)

Administration of psychological tests

Case conceptualization skills

Intervention techniques

Professionalism (20%)

Punctuality & attendance

Ethical compliance

Team collaboration

Adhyayan Insight: Most supervisors use the "SLR Method" - they Score, Label, and Rank interns against peers.

2. Written Report (30% Marks)
Content Depth (15%)

Quality of case studies

Theoretical integration

Formatting (10%)

IGNOU guideline compliance

Referencing accuracy

Originality (5%)

Plagiarism check (must be <10%)

Pro Tip: Our students add visual case timelines to boost scores in the report section.

3. Viva Voce (20% Marks)
Case Discussion (10%)

Depth of analysis

Alternative approaches

Theoretical Q&A (7%)

Linking practice to MAPC coursework

Self-Evaluation (3%)

Honest growth assessment

Adhyayan Prep Tool: We conduct 3 mock vivas with actual IGNOU examiners.

2. Decoding the Grading Scale
IGNOU's 10-point grading system for internships:

Marks Range Grade Performance Level
80-100 A+ Outstanding
70-79 A Excellent
60-69 B+ Very Good
50-59 B Good
Below 50 C Needs Improvement
Critical Note: Scoring below B grade may require re-internship in severe cases.

3. How Supervisors Calculate Your Score
The Hidden Rubric
Most supervisors assess using this unofficial point system:

Daily Performance (30 points)

5 pts: Preparation level

10 pts: Session execution

15 pts: Documentation quality

Final Case Presentation (20 points)

8 pts: Diagnostic accuracy

7 pts: Treatment planning

5 pts: Prognosis insight

Adhyayan Strategy: We train students to "play to the rubric" by:

Creating visible assessment binders

Using color-coded progress notes

Preparing pre-session research briefs

4. Common Mark-Down Reasons
Based on 87 evaluated internships at Adhyayan last year:

Clinical Errors (Cost 5-15 marks)
Misadministration of tests (e.g., wrong age norms on WAIS)

Over-reliance on single theoretical approach

Poor session structuring

Documentation Issues (Cost 10-20 marks)
Missing supervisor signatures

Illegible process notes

Incomplete consent forms

Viva Mistakes (Cost up to 30 marks)
Defensive responses to feedback

Cannot cite relevant theories (e.g., forgetting Beck's CBT model)

Poor time management in case discussion

Redemption Case: Adhyayan student Arjun improved from 52 to 78 marks after our:

Test Administration Bootcamp

Documentation Makeover

Stress-Mock Vivas

5. Adhyayan's Grade-Boosting Techniques
The 4-Week Prep Plan
Week 1:

Video-record 3 mock sessions

Complete our "Rubric Alignment Worksheet"

Week 2:

Create "Theory-Practice Bridges" (mapping MPC courses to cases)

Standardize all assessment forms

Week 3:

Conduct peer evaluations using IGNOU's criteria

Refine 2 showcase cases

Week 4:

Supervisor preview presentation

Final formatting check

Result: 94% of students following this system score A or above.

6. Appealing Evaluation Decisions
Valid Grounds for Rechecking
Mathematical errors in mark tallying

Oversights (e.g., unconsidered attachments)

Procedural violations (evaluator bias evidence)

The 3-Step Appeal Process
Informal Resolution: Discuss with supervisor within 7 days

Formal Application: Submit Form IG/REEVAL/2024

Committee Review: 21-day maximum timeline

Adhyayan Support: We provide free appeal drafting assistance for eligible cases.

7. Beyond Grades: Skill Transcripts
Smart interns request supervisors to document:

Specific competencies mastered (e.g., "Administered 15 Rorschach tests")

Client-type experience (e.g., "Worked with 8 PTSD cases")

Technology used (e.g., "Q-global digital assessments")

Career Impact: These details make your CV stand out for M.Phil applications.

Conclusion
Mastering IGNOU's internship evaluation system requires strategic awareness beyond clinical skills. By combining this guide's insights with Adhyayan Academy's targeted training programs, you'll transform from "just passing" to setting benchmark scores.