Learning Module: Designing Student Assessments

The design of assessments within a course can have a significant impact on student learning and engagement. Effective assessments are developed as strategies for students to a) demonstrate achievement of course learning outcomes b) receive feedback on their progress, and c) structure their educational decision-making.

Creating meaningful student assessments in higher education poses both challenges and opportunities for instructors, yet it is possible to develop effective, rigorous and engaging assessments through intentional assessment and course design.

• Select appropriate assessment strategies that are aligned to the course learning outcomes
• Clearly communicate expectations around assessment to students
• Explain the differences between alternative forms of assessment 
• Implement strategies to mitigate the occurrence of academic misconduct in higher education courses

In this module, you will find: 

• 2 worksheets
• 5 templates
• 11 types of assessments
• Additional reading and resources

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