scholarly journals Collaborative Evaluation Designs as an Authentic Course Assessment

2021 ◽  
Vol 35 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Michelle Searle ◽  
Cheryl Poth
Keyword(s):  
Authentic Assessment ◽  
Learning Opportunities ◽  
Final Evaluation ◽  
Evaluation Design ◽  
Graduate Courses ◽  
Post Secondary ◽  
Course Assessment ◽  
Authentic Assessments ◽  
Institutional Structures ◽  
Collaborative Evaluation

Strategies for optimizing evaluator education is an ongoing discussion in the field of evaluation. While several options exist, formal post-secondary courses are limited in Canada. Graduate courses offered at post-secondary institutions must navigate institutional structures while creating learning opportunities that bring together the theoretical and practical competencies required for evaluators. In this practice note, we advance evaluation designs as a useful authentic assessment. First, we provide a brief look at the literature related to authentic assessments, followed by a description of the contexts where we apply the evaluation design. Next, we offer details of four processes spanning planning and implementation through to final evaluation. Finally, we conclude with insights from our experiences of utilizing the evaluation design as an authentic assessment.

Understanding How Students Learn: Preparing Students to Become Professionals

2009 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 16-23
Author(s):  
Lizbeth Curme Stevens
Keyword(s):  
Service Learning ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Communication Disorders ◽  
Learning Opportunities ◽  
Graduate Courses ◽  
Speech Language Pathologists ◽  
Community Partners ◽  
Scholarship Of Teaching ◽  
Academic Service Learning

Abstract The intent of this article is to share my research endeavors in order to raise awareness of issues relative to what and how we teach as a means to spark interest in applying the scholarship of teaching and learning to what we do as faculty in communication sciences and disorders (CSD). My own interest in teaching and learning emerged rather abruptly after I introduced academic service-learning (AS-L) into one of my graduate courses (Stevens, 2002). To better prepare students to enter our profession, I have provided them with unique learning opportunities working with various community partners including both speech-language pathologists (SLPs) and teachers who supported persons with severe communication disorders.

scholarly journals Students as Designers of E-book for Authentic Assessment

2019 ◽  
Vol 16 (1) ◽  
pp. 23
Author(s):  
Raja Maznah Raja Hussain ◽  
Khalid Khamis Al Saadi
Keyword(s):  
English Language ◽  
Methodological Approach ◽  
Authentic Assessment ◽  
English Language Teaching ◽  
Postgraduate Students ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Authentic Assessments ◽  
Peer Reviewers ◽  
Collaborative Learning Environment ◽  
Positive Experiences

Purpose â€“ The purpose of this study is to examine the elements that determine students’ success as designers of an e-book by means of an authentic assessment in a collaborative learning environment. A total of 11 English Language Teaching (ELT) postgraduate students were involved as designers, writers and peer reviewers of the e-book project. Methodology â€“ Data was gathered based on a qualitative methodological approach, via face-to-face discussions, WhatsApp groups, Moodle classes and reflections from students’ e-portfolios. The data was analyzed using content analysis procedures where it was read carefully to understand emerging themes. It was then coded and labeled manually in relation to the aims of the study and its theoretical framework. Findings â€“ The analysis suggested that the students had positive experiences where they became self-publishers while engaged in designing learning experiences via integrating technology. The use of authentic assessments enabled them to develop teamwork, to become motivated and self-directed learners with autonomy. Significance â€“ The outcome of this research will help course designers and program developers to integrate authentic assessments that are relevant to the current needs of students. 

Design, implementation and academic perspectives on authentic assessment for applied business higher education in a top performing Asian economy

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Mohammadreza Akbari ◽  
Hung Manh Nguyen ◽  
Robert McClelland ◽  
Kristof Van Houdt
Keyword(s):  
Student Satisfaction ◽  
Cognitive Skills ◽  
Tertiary Education ◽  
Educational Institution ◽  
Authentic Assessment ◽  
Active Role ◽  
Teaching Staff ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Authentic Assessments ◽  
Asian Economy

PurposeThe purpose of authentic assessment can enrich students with a set of skills that can have a significant impact on their employability. The key aim of these actions is to equip students with the practical skills to be work ready. The focus here is to demonstrate effects on student satisfaction and observations from teaching staff accrued over several semesters in an educational institution after introducing authentic assessments.Design/methodology/approachThis paper used a set of scaffolded authentic assessments for students in logistics and supply chain management (LSCM). A combination of literature and expert input was used to design and implement the authentic assessment. A multi-phase systematic approach using cyclical model steps articulated the course learning outcomes (CLOs).FindingsReinforced evidence that authentic assessments create options for divergent learners and provide opportunities for applying practical and higher-order cognitive skills in tertiary education system of an emerging economy. With the focus on student ability in doing things, students with diversified backgrounds and abilities in Asia can be encouraged to take an active role in their own learning. The formats of the newly redesigned assessments allow multidimensional cognitive capabilities such as art development (posters and video tasks) and reflective exercises. Importantly, formative types of authentic assessments help to decrease the level of anxiety by emphasising the aspect of doing and lead to better student satisfaction with the courses. All of these effects are shown to be repeatable in an Asian economy.Practical implicationsAuthentic assessments prepare students for the new world of work through a more focused scaffolding of their learning.Originality/valueStimulation of deeper learning in tertiary education students is relevant for a top performing Asian economy.

Evaluative analysis of authentic thematic learning assessment at Indonesian Islamic primary school

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Abdul Kadir ◽  
Kharis Sulaiman Hasri
Keyword(s):  
Planning Process ◽  
Authentic Assessment ◽  
Learning Assessment ◽  
Process Implementation ◽  
Authentic Assessments ◽  
Assessment Guidelines ◽  
Assessment Techniques ◽  
Authentic Evaluation ◽  
Present Case Study ◽  
Thematic Learning

While several research papers on authentic assessment have been extensively explored, few have addressed the evaluation of authentic assessments starting from the stages of planning, process/implementation, and outcome. To fill the research gap, the purpose of the present case study is to investigate the authentic evaluation of thematic learning enactment. To collect the data, observations, in-depth interviews, and documentation were conducted. The results of this study indicate that the teacher's comprehension of authentic assessment is generally good. However, several assessment techniques did not work as planned. Based on this, the enactment of authentic assessment is still in the poor category. Processing and reporting resulting from the type of assessment are executed according to procedures. However, some did not follow the assessment guidelines of the elementary school level's learning outcome assessment, especially the effective one.

Varieties of Authentic Assessment

2011 ◽  
pp. 936-942
Author(s):  
Karen R. Juneau
Keyword(s):  
Public Education ◽  
Technology Assessment ◽  
Real World ◽  
Authentic Assessment ◽  
Feedback System ◽  
Assessment Methods ◽  
Education Student ◽  
Testing Methods ◽  
Instructional Feedback ◽  
Authentic Assessments

The need for effective assessments has been recognized since the earliest days of public education. Student testing provides rationales and support for many activities, including instructional feedback, system monitoring, appropriate selection and placement of students, and certification of skills (U.S. Congress, Office of Technology Assessment, 1992). With the growing recognition that learning is an individual accomplishment and that learning takes place in context, traditional testing methods need to be supplemented to accurately assess achievement (Brown, Collins, & Duguid, 1989; Eisner, 1999). Authentic assessments are designed to accurately reflect the real world situations in which the skills and knowledge that students developed would be applied. Although there are a variety of authentic assessment methods, each method encourages linkages between the classroom experience and real world applications. This does not mean that traditional forms of testing are obsolete, rather that these methods should be supplemented by information gathered from more situational methods.

Anonymous Online Learning in Korea and Integrating Anonymous Learning Elements

2021 ◽  
pp. 984-1000
Author(s):  
Alan Cromlish
Keyword(s):  
Online Learning ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Online Courses ◽  
Learning Opportunities ◽  
Traditional Learning ◽  
Post Secondary ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Specific Teaching ◽  
Collaborative Learning Opportunities ◽  
Learning Issues

This paper explores anonymous online learning as a tool to overcome specific teaching and learning issues within Korean post-secondary institutions. The chapter utilizes a survey of a small group of ESL students at a single Korean university to better understand student preferences and opinions about non-traditional learning options and opportunities in Korea. While many students in Korea have not been exposed to online learning, the students surveyed expressed interest in learning online and they were especially interested in collaborative learning opportunities. As more online classes and online learning opportunities start to become available in South Korea, this study explores anonymous online learning as an effective tool to overcome some significant and distinct teaching and learning challenges at Korean post-secondary institutions. The anonymous online learning suggestions and approaches in the paper can be implemented within fully online courses and blended classes but they can also be used as stand-alone online components of traditional face to face and ESL courses.

Concept MAP as Scaffolding for Authentic Assessment

1997 ◽  
Vol 81 (3) ◽  
pp. 734-734 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hoi K. Suen ◽  
Brian Sonak ◽  
Dawn Zimmaro ◽  
Dennis M. Roberts
Keyword(s):  
Concept Maps ◽  
Concept Map ◽  
Authentic Assessment ◽  
Assessment Design ◽  
Authentic Assessments

We propose the use of concept maps in a 3-step assessment design to maximize the validity and generalizability of authentic assessments.

scholarly journals Authentic Assessment Analysis Based on the Curriculum 2013 at SMP Negeri 7 Muaro Jambi

BIODIK ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 135-144
Author(s):  
Mia Rima Agustina ◽  
Suraida Suraida ◽  
Alfian Alfian ◽  
Boby Syefrinando
Keyword(s):  
High School ◽  
Junior High School ◽  
Junior High ◽  
Authentic Assessment ◽  
Biology Teachers ◽  
Curriculum Assessment ◽  
Authentic Assessments ◽  
Long Time ◽  
The Many ◽  
Collection Methods

The 2013 curriculum requires the use of authentic assessment, where students are assessed for their readiness, process, and learning outcomes as a whole. This research was conducted at Muaro Jambi 7 Junior High School which aimed to find out the implementation of authentic assessment  subjects at Muaro Jambi Junior High School and to find out whether authentic assessment was carried out properly or not. Data collection methods used in the study are documentation studies, interviews and questionnaires. Subjects used in this study were biology teachers who used the 2013 curriculum and VIII grade students at Muaro Jambi 7 Junior High School. The results obtained showed that all biology teachers had carried out authentic assessments. The teacher has carried out an authentic assessment during the learning process which includes three aspects of assessment namely attitudes, knowledge, and skills. However, in the process of authentic assessment there are still some obstacles, namely the number of assessment formats that must be made by the teacher with limited availability of time so that the teacher is not optimal in carrying out authentic assessments. The many aspects that must be assessed in the 2013 Curriculum assessment, so that the teacher takes a long time to make an assessment.   Keywords   : analysis, authentic assessment, 2013 curriculum.   Abstrak: Kurikulum 2013 mensyaratkan penggunaan penilaian autentik, dimana siswa dinilai kesiapannya, proses, dan hasil belajar secara utuh. Penelitian ini dilakukan di Sekolah Menengah Pertama Negeri 7 Muaro Jambi yang bertujuan untuk mengetahui pelaksanaan penilaian autentik di Sekolah Menengah Pertama Negeri Muaro Jambi dan untuk mengetahui apakah penilaian autentik dilaksanakan dengan baik atau tidak. Metode pengumpulan data yang digunakan dalam penelitian adalah studi dokumentasi, wawancara dan angket. Subjek yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini yaitu guru mata pelajaran biologi yang menggunakan kurikulum 2013 dan siswa kelas VIII di Sekolah Menengah Pertama Negeri 7 Muaro Jambi. Hasil penelitian yang diperoleh menunjukkan bahwa seluruh guru biologi sudah melaksanakan penilaian autentik. Guru sudah melaksanakan penilaian autentik pada saat proses pembelajaran yang meliputi tiga aspek penilaian yaitu sikap, pengetahuan, dan keterampilan. Namun, pada proses pelaksanaan penilaian autentik masih ada beberapa kendala yaitu banyaknya format penilaian yang harus dibuat oleh guru dengan ketersediaan waktu yang guru miliki terbatas sehingga membuat guru kurang maksimal dalam melaksanakan penilaian autentik. Banyaknya aspek yang harus dinilai dalam penilaian Kurikulum 2013, sehingga guru membutuhkan waktu yang lama untuk melakukan penilaian.   Kata kunci: analisis, penilaian autentik, kurikulum 2013.  

scholarly journals Network-Based Approach to Assessment of Cognitive Skills

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Natalie Simper ◽  
Brian Frank ◽  
Nerissa Mulligan
Keyword(s):  
Skill Acquisition ◽  
Undergraduate Education ◽  
Cognitive Skills ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Standardized Test ◽  
Challenge Course ◽  
Course Assessment ◽  
Assessment Of Learning ◽  
Authentic Assessments ◽  
Valid Assessment

Cognitive Assessment Redesign (CAR) project is an institution-wide, network-based approach to the development of cognitive skills in undergraduate education. This project aims to encourage first and fourth-year instructors to align skill development through the design of course assessments, to enhance cognitive skill acquisition and provide a measurement of learning. The learning outcomes for the project are framed and operationalized using the language and dimensions from the Valid Assessment of Learning in Undergraduate Education (VALUE) rubrics. An assessment redesign network was created, matching assessment facilitators who have disciplinary and educational expertise with instructors to develop authentic assessments of student learning. One of the goals of the network is to encourage sustained participation and collaboration, and to build progression in teaching and learning throughout the institution. The project also includes a standardized test for comparison to course assessment outcomes. Testing at the fourth-year level has been dependent on the use of incentives for student participation. Although recruiting instructors from the faculty of Engineering and Applied Science was initially a challenge, course instructors have reported various successes stemming from participation in the project.

scholarly journals Asesmen Otentik sebagai Pendukung Desain Instruksional Jaringan Komputer Berstrategi Blended-Learning dengan Pendekatan Konstruktivistik

2017 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 82
Author(s):  
Nyoman Sugihartini ◽  
Ketut Agustini
Keyword(s):  
Instructional Design ◽  
Blended Learning ◽  
Learning Strategy ◽  
Computer Network ◽  
Authentic Assessment ◽  
Performance Assessments ◽  
Constructivist Approach ◽  
Development Models ◽  
Lecture Material ◽  
Authentic Assessments

This study aimed to develop instructional design of computer network courses packed with blanded learning strategy, and presented with constructivist approach of subak concept. The method used in this research is the method of research and development (R & D) using the Instructional Development Models (MPI) steps that adapt the Dick & Carey model. Each Chapter, equipped with an evaluation packed with authentic assessment. The authentic assessments used include: performance assessments, essays, products and portfolios. Based on the analysis of needs and instructional that has been done can be concluded that according to the syllabus used, there are 11 Chapter with twenty-three special instructional purposes computer network lecture material that can be analogy in subak concept. Three chapters have not been successfully analysed: internet protocol material, internetworking and naming protocol and directori.

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