Six Characteristics of a Model Assignment
How many times have you had a student submit an assignment with few sources, poorly written and several days late? Probably happens more times than not. There are six characteristics…
Assessment
Basics of Online Assessment
Assessments refer to the activities students complete to demonstrate their competency in relation to predefined learning objectives. Broadly speaking, there are two types of assessments (formative and summative), but regardless…
Teaching With Instant Feedback in Automated Assessments
Assessments are core components of course design, comprising one of the three points of the course design triangle. They measure student knowledge, understanding, and skill, but can also provide insight…
The Benefits of Rubrics in Online Classes
Rubrics are an essential tool for any instructor, but they play an even more compelling role in online courses. By creating rubrics that describe different levels of student performance, instructors…
Creative Methods of Assessment in Online Learning
Typically when students and instructors hear the word assessment, they think of a long, arduous exam (or a long, repetitive night of grading!). However, an assessment can be any task…
Writing Quiz Questions
Quizzes are incredibly useful tools in any online course. They provide students with immediate feedback on their learning, build metacognitive skills, enhance motivation, and create a sense of accountability. As…