ASSESSMENT & FEEDBACK

Assessment and feedback are key parts of the learning cycle. Review the checklist and resources below for key ingredients to creating effective feedback and assessments online. These ingredients include: (1) Providing formative and summative feedback that is specific, timely, and purposeful. (2) Getting creative and blending opportunities for self-reflection with a mix of nonstandardized and standardized assessments. (3) Soliciting feedback from learners, and making adjustments as possible.

Assessment & Feedback Checklist

Clearly state course grading policies, including consequences of late submissions, in the course information area or syllabus. SAMPLE
Include frequent, low-stakes opportunities to assess learners’ growth in understanding.
Include summative assessments to assess learners’ mastery of content.
Communicate clear guidelines for the assessment of a graded assignment (rubrics, exemplary work). SAMPLE
Provide opportunities for learners to review their performance and assess their own learning throughout the course (pre-tests, automated self-tests, reflective assignments, etc.).
Inform learners when a timed response is required, with proper lead time to ensure there is an opportunity to prepare an accommodation.
Provide learners with easy access to a well-designed and up-to-date gradebook.
Give learners opportunities to provide descriptive feedback on course design, course content, course experience, and ease of online technology.