Module 14 is now live in the MoT Software Testing Essentials Certificate! In this module, you’ll explore different ways to approach test planning, how to adapt your plan when things change, and what to do when testing is seen as a blocker.
What’s in Module 14?
- Lesson 1: The many approaches to test planning
by Rahul Parwal
Rahul introduces different ways to create a test plan, from traditional documents to diagrams and dashboards. He breaks down when and why each format might be useful. You’ll look at different examples and reflect on which style might suit your context best. - Lesson 2: What to expect from modern test planning
with Callum Akehurst-Ryan, Kat Obring, Mark Winteringham, Jesper Ottosen, and Judy Mosley
Callum, Kat, Mark, Jesper and Judy share how their test planning approaches have changed throughout their careers. They talk about how in more Agile settings, planning often becomes lighter, faster, and more collaborative. You’ll pick up tips like how to speak up when time pressures affect quality and how asking questions can help shape a plan when there isn’t one yet. - Lesson 3: Managing test plans
by Mirza Sisic
Mirza explains what it means to keep a test plan living and relevant, especially when things move fast. He covers traceability, versioning, updates, and keeping stakeholders aligned. You’ll then try a hands-on activity comparing a more traditional plan with a one-page plan to establish what makes a test plan useful and what works for you. - Lesson 4: What to do when testing blocks progress
with Nat Burmei and Jenny Bramble
Nat and Jenny explore what’s really going on when people think “test is blocking us.” They talk through common causes of this misconception, how to respond constructively, and ways testers can help keep moving forward. You’ll learn how to spot these situations early and how to have conversations that lead to shared solutions.
Happy learning!