Aim

How to achieve an optimal balance of digital and traditional assessment techniques across a programme.

Objective

After completing this module, you will be able to:

• Create an assessment strategy to improve the quality of testing and feedback and reduce feedback times
• Balance digital and traditional methods to deliver the best outcomes and experience for learners in both formative and summative assessment

Digital Teaching Professional Framework

This module covers the EdTech component - E1a : Assessment and feedback strategies


• Use digital assessment tools to monitor the learning process and obtain information on learners' progress.
• Use digital technologies to enhance formative assessment strategies, e.g. using classroom response systems, quizzes, games.
• Use digital technologies to enhance formative and summative assessment in tests, e.g. through computer-based tests, implementing audio or video (e.g. in language learning), using simulations or subject-specific digital technologies as test environments.
• Use digital technologies to scaffold learners' assignments and their assessment, e.g. through ePortfolios.
• Use a variety of digital and non-digital assessment formats and be aware of their benefits and drawbacks.
• Critically reflect on the appropriateness of digital assessment approaches and adapt strategies accordingly.
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