This workshop is an excellent introduction into the vital topic of assessment, and will be very useful to anyone involved in marking student work or setting assessments. It considers what the purposes of assessment are, and describes a number of different assessment methods. Key issues are identified for the designing of assessments which are 'constructively aligned'. The workshop covers assessment strategies, marking criteria and good practice in giving feedback to students.
Learning Outcomes:
Upon completion of this workshop, participants should be able to:
Outline the use and purpose of assessment
Identify the key issues in designing constructively aligned assessments
Explain the benefits of using assessment criteria
Provide better feedback to students
Describe different types of assessment
Who Should Attend?
Those who are involved in marking student work or setting assignments. This is suitable for both experienced and inexperienced teachers.
UK Professional Standards Framework (UKPSF):
This workshop is particularly relevant to these dimensions of the framework: