This is an optional unit in the Discovering Teaching Pathway 

Pre-Requisite 

It is recommended to complete the online course “How Students Learn" (available mid Sept 24) before taking this course. 

Overview 

You will understand and apply foundational assessment principles whilst exploring how to apply marking criteria and rubrics tailored to higher education standards. Additionally, the course highlights the crucial link between assessment practices and the quality assurance process within higher education institutions. Join us to build a solid foundation in assessment and enhance your teaching effectiveness. 

It is recommended that this course is taken in conjunction with Discovering Feedback in Higher Education  

Learning Outcomes  

At the end of this session you will be able to:  

• Identify a variety of assessment types to use in a range of instructional settings 
• Describe and apply marking criteria and rubrics that are relevant to HE 
• Describe how assessment links to the quality process within HE

Who should attend?  

Staff and PGR’s who are at the beginning of your teaching journey. You may be a:  

• Newly appointed Post Graduate Teaching Assistant (PGTA’s) 
• Demonstrator 
• Technician 
• Anyone who has aspects of delivery or support of teaching and learning in their role and is new to teaching. E.g. roles such as: librarians, careers advisors, education and student engagement, residential experience, support and wellbeing, and counselling.
• Post Graduate Research student (PGR’s)

This course is delivered by a member of the Learning and Development Team