Supporting student learning: the use of computer–based formative assessment modules

2002 ◽  
Vol 33 (5) ◽  
pp. 515-523 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mary Peat ◽  
Sue Franklin
Keyword(s):  
Formative Assessment ◽  
Student Learning ◽  
Computer Based

scholarly journals Do We Need to Redesign the Current Assessment System in Bangladesh? A Review of Theory and Practice

2019 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 37
Author(s):  
Faieza Chowdhury
Keyword(s):  
Formative Assessment ◽  
Student Learning ◽  
Reliability And Validity ◽  
Summative Assessment ◽  
Theory And Practice ◽  
Assessment System ◽  
Summative Assessments ◽  
Effective Manner ◽  
Current Assessment ◽  
Improve Student Learning

 In this current age of highly competitive global environment, teachers are under tremendous pressure to assess student learning in the most effective manner. Two tools that teachers commonly utilize to assess students in their classes are formative and summative assessment. In formative assessment, teachers gather data in order to improve student learning and in summative assessment they use the data to assess students’ learning at the end of a specific course of study. The scores on both types of assessment should meet the minimum standards of both reliability and validity. In this article we highlight the differences between the two forms of assessment, discuss the theories pertaining to summative and formative assessment, identify how educators at tertiary level in Bangladesh commonly utilize the two types of assessment and disclose opinions of teachers regarding whether the current assessment system is appropriate or need any further improvements. Findings from the study indicate that most teachers have an incomplete and unharmonious understanding about assessment often failing to clearly distinguish between formative and summative assessments.

TECHNOLOGY IN THE TEACHING OF NEUROSCIENCE: ENHANCED STUDENT LEARNING

2003 ◽  
Vol 27 (3) ◽  
pp. 146-155 ◽  
Author(s):  
John D. Griffin
Keyword(s):  
Student Learning ◽  
Group Learning ◽  
Education Technology ◽  
Technology Enhanced Learning ◽  
Teaching Tools ◽  
Use Of Technology ◽  
Hands On ◽  
Computer Based ◽  
Enhanced Learning ◽  
Enhance Student Learning

The primary motivation for integrating any form of education technology into a particular course or curriculum should always be to enhance student learning. However, it can be difficult to determine which technologies will be the most appropriate and effective teaching tools. Through the alignment of technology-enhanced learning experiences with a clear set of learning objectives, teaching becomes more efficient and effective and learning is truly enhanced. In this article, I describe how I have made extensive use of technology in two neuroscience courses that differ in structure and content. Course websites function as resource centers and provide a forum for student interaction. PowerPoint presentations enhance formal lectures and provide an organized outline of presented material. Some lectures are also supplemented with interactive CD-ROMs, used in the presentation of difficult physiological concepts. In addition, a computer-based physiological recording system is used in laboratory sessions, improving the hands-on experience of group learning while reinforcing the concepts of the research method. Although technology can provide powerful teaching tools, the enhancement of the learning environment is still dependent on the instructor. It is the skill and enthusiasm of the instructor that determines whether technology will be used effectively.

scholarly journals Priming Numbas for formative assessment in a first-year mathematics unit

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Vivien Challis ◽  
Roger Cook ◽  
Pranit Anand
Keyword(s):  
Formative Assessment ◽  
Mathematics Learning ◽  
First Year ◽  
Rigorous Evaluation ◽  
Assessment Design ◽  
University Of Technology ◽  
Computer Based ◽  
Mathematical Sciences ◽  
Automated Feedback ◽  
Computer Aided Learning

This paper outlines an initiative that involved implementing ‘Numbas’ as a computer-based tool to support mathematics learning. ‘Numbas’ was implemented within the existing learning management system at Queensland University of Technology, where students engaged in formative assessment activities independently and were provided with automated feedback along the way. An initial evaluation was undertaken by learning designers using the ‘Assessment Design Decisions Framework’, and although more rigorous evaluation is underway, results indicate positive outcomes, and appropriate adjustment is likely to be made before rolling it out to other units within the School of Mathematical Sciences. This paper will be of interest to other educators looking for ways to embed independent computer-aided learning of mathematics.

scholarly journals Evaluating computer-based simulations, multimedia and animations that help integrate blended learning with lectures in first year statistics

2011 ◽  
Vol 27 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
David L. Neumann ◽  
Michelle M. Neumann ◽  
Michelle Hood
Keyword(s):  
Blended Learning ◽  
Student Learning ◽  
First Year ◽  
Negative Attitudes ◽  
Learning Framework ◽  
Integration Of Technology ◽  
Statistics Course ◽  
Real World Applications ◽  
Computer Based ◽  
Enhance Student Learning

<span>The discipline of statistics seems well suited to the integration of technology in a lecture as a means to enhance student learning and engagement. Technology can be used to simulate statistical concepts, create interactive learning exercises, and illustrate real world applications of statistics. The present study aimed to better understand the use of such applications during lectures from the student's perspective. The technology used included multimedia, computer-based simulations, animations, and statistical software. Interviews were conducted on a stratified random sample of 38 students in a first year statistics course. The results showed three global effects on student learning and engagement: showed the practical application of statistics, helped with understanding statistics, and addressed negative attitudes towards statistics. The results are examined from within a blended learning framework and the benefits and drawbacks to the integration of technology during lectures are discussed.</span>

scholarly journals A report on the piloting of a novel computer-based medical case simulation for teaching and formative assessment of diagnostic laboratory testing

2011 ◽  
Vol 16 (1) ◽  
pp. 5646 ◽  
Author(s):  
Clarence D. Kreiter ◽  
Thomas Haugen ◽  
Timothy Leaven ◽  
Christopher Goerdt ◽  
Nancy Rosenthal ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Formative Assessment ◽  
Laboratory Testing ◽  
Diagnostic Laboratory ◽  
Medical Case ◽  
Computer Based ◽  
Case Simulation

Designing and Evaluating Technology-Based Formative Assessments

2019 ◽  
pp. 222-244
Author(s):  
Emtinan Alqurashi ◽  
Ariel R. Siegelman
Keyword(s):  
Formative Assessment ◽  
Student Learning ◽  
Learning Experience ◽  
Bloom's Taxonomy ◽  
Formative Assessments ◽  
Learning Goals ◽  
Revised Bloom's Taxonomy ◽  
Bloom’S Taxonomy ◽  
Technology Tool ◽  
Improve Student Learning

Formative assessments aligned with learning goals can improve student learning. Integrating technology into formative assessments can further enhance and transform the learning experience. This chapter focuses on how instructors can design and evaluate formative assessment activities that incorporate technology. It provides a practical guide for understanding how to apply the revised Bloom's taxonomy framework and the substitution, augmentation, modification, redefinition (SAMR) model to create meaningful technology-based formative assessments. This chapter includes evaluations of example technology-based formative assessments that align with learning goals based on Bloom's taxonomy. It determines if the technology used to either substitute or improve the functionality of the activity, enables the redesign of an entire activity, or yields a new activity that is impossible without the technology. This information can be applied to ensure the integrity of technology-based formative assessments and to determine if using a technology tool in a formative assessment is worthwhile.

Using Feedback on Formative Assessment to Support Student Learning and Improve the Curriculum for Material in a Civil Engineering Module

2019 ◽  
pp. 165-179
Author(s):  
Jonathan Oti
Keyword(s):  
Formative Assessment ◽  
Student Learning ◽  
Quantitative Data ◽  
Civil Engineering ◽  
Formative Feedback ◽  
Laboratory Report ◽  
And Performance

This chapter reports on the potential of using formative feedback on assessment to support student learning and improve the curriculum for material in a civil engineering module. Under this study, when the students were given the feedback of their assessment on a piece of coursework, they were asked to repeat the coursework taking on board all the comments and feedback provided by the lecturer in exchange for a better mark. The overall result from the quantitative data suggests that students overwhelmingly took the corrections on board and submitted a more improved laboratory report in order to have an improved mark. The students enjoyed the praise, progress, and critique comments on their feedback sheet. Their understanding of the module grew, and their motivation and performance increased. Generalized comments like referencing and citations unified the entire curriculum.

Self-Assessment in Building Online Communities of Learning

2009 ◽  
pp. 431-443 ◽  
Author(s):  
Karen Weller Swanson ◽  
Mary Kayler
Keyword(s):  
Online Learning ◽  
Formative Assessment ◽  
Student Learning ◽  
Learning Theories ◽  
Self Assessment ◽  
Online Learning Communities ◽  
Advance Student ◽  
Assessment Techniques ◽  
Evaluation Of Learning ◽  
Goals And Objectives

The incorporation of self-assessment techniques and opportunities within the online learning process can enhance student learning and support the development of self-directed learners. Formative assessment (evaluation of learning in process) enables students to take ownership of their learning and to also evaluate their learning in relationship to required course goals and objectives. Formative assessment use within online learning communities works to create strong communities of practice (student learning in relationship with peers); a constructivist orientation towards learning. Accountability for learning in conjunction with peers can support and advance student learning experiences, encourage active engagement, and provide authentic experiences that advance students’ understanding of their own developmental framework and the transformative nature of learning theories.

Adoption of Computer-Based Formative Assessment in a High School Mathematics Classroom

2011 ◽  
Vol 13 (4) ◽  
pp. 9-20 ◽  
Author(s):  
Zachary B. Warner
Keyword(s):  
High School ◽  
Formative Assessment ◽  
School Environment ◽  
Mathematics Classroom ◽  
School Mathematics ◽  
Limited Resources ◽  
High School Mathematics ◽  
Assessment Systems ◽  
Pros And Cons ◽  
Computer Based

This case follows a high school mathematics teacher who is new to the classroom and is looking to adopt computer-based formative assessment as a part of his curriculum. Working within the confines of the school environment, this requires navigating a shrinking budget, colleagues that do not share his value of technology, restricted time, student issues, and limited resources. He must examine all aspects of the available computer-based formative assessment systems and weigh the pros and cons to insure the best academic outcomes for his students.

Teaching Routines to Enhance Collaboration Using Classroom Network Technology

2011 ◽  
pp. 224-244 ◽  
Author(s):  
Angela Haydel DeBarger ◽  
William R. Penuel ◽  
Christopher J. Harris ◽  
Patricia Schank
Keyword(s):  
Middle School ◽  
Collaborative Learning ◽  
Formative Assessment ◽  
Student Learning ◽  
Earth Science ◽  
Network Technology ◽  
Implementation Challenges ◽  
Empirical Basis ◽  
Perceived Utility ◽  
Assessment Of Student Learning

This chapter presents an argument for the use of teaching routines (pedagogical patterns) to engage students in collaborative learning activities using the Group Scribbles classroom network technology. Teaching routines are a resource for structuring student opportunities to learn within lessons. They address known challenges associated with making the most of classroom network technology by scaffolding teacher enactment, enabling contingent teaching, and providing an anchor for expanding practice. In this chapter, the authors articulate the theoretical and empirical basis for using teaching routines to support diagnostic interactive formative assessment of student learning. The authors describe the goals and features of routines, types of collaboration instantiated in the routines, technological aspects of Group Scribbles, teachers’ perceived utility of the routines, and anticipated implementation challenges of the routines within lessons designed for middle school Earth science.

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