Effective Efficient Grading Guide
Instructional Design Recommendations
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- Create a large pool of questions
- Randomize questions and distractors
- Implement a time limit on each exam or quiz
- Include open-ended or essay questions
- Require students to submit quiz answers immediately and overnight any supporting work done on paper
- Consider grading student contributions to course forums (discussion boards)
- Call attention to the “Academic Integrity” block that is located on every course site at the beginning of the semester
- Be explicit about what behaviors are allowed and not allowed during an online activity, especially if they vary
Library Guide to Designing Research Paper Assignments
http://libraryguides.lehigh.edu/citlworkshop_assignments
| Think beyond the exam. There are many ways to assess student learning: | ||
| case write ups computer case simulations online interactive testing faculty feedback during task performance | formal presentations of cases formalized faculty observations journaling laboratory report | multiple choice examinations observation of skills oral exams one-minute essay |
| presentations procedure logs reading quiz self-reflection | short essays or reports simulations video projects/digital storytelling written exams | papers peer feedback and evaluation performance checklists portfolio |
Assessment Recommendations
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