Self Assessments
What is it? Students are asked to reflect on their own pieces of work, learning and their level of skills using a module specific grading rubric. This encourages students to […]
Short Answer Questions (SAQ)
What is it? Students are asked to give brief answers to questions. This measures students analysis, application of knowledge, problem-solving abilities and evaluative skills.
Wiki
What is it? A wiki (Wikipedia) is an online writing space that multiple contributors can share and edit. A student or group of students can use it to create and […]
Poster
What is it? Students are asked to produce a poster on a particular topic. These can be used individually or groups to assess a wide range of activities. Posters can […]
Practical Examination
What is it? Assessment of practical skills developed through a module. Students are asked to perform tasks that demonstrate their skills, techniques and/or competencies whilst being observed.
Presentation
What is it? Students are asked to give an oral/video presentation on a particular topic for a specified length of time and could also be asked to prepare associated slides […]
Quiz
What is it? This is a form of assessment where students are presented with a range of questions either formatively or summativley. A range of question types can be incorporated […]
Report
What is it? Students produce an account of an experience, activity or experiment which may include a description, summary of findings, observations, and conclusions and recommendations. This encourages students to […]
Role Play/Simulations
What is it? An assessment in which students assume the roles of characters and develop a script and short demonstration to show understanding of topic/subject. This assessment type enables students […]
Essay Plan
What is it? The skeleton of an essay including arguments, main points, and conclusions. Students demonstrate their preparation, planning and reading on the topic instead of having to write a […]