AFLSep12 introduction to the module week 1

ASSESSMENT & FEEDBACK FOR

LEARNING MODULE

PGCAP ProgrammeInduction

27 September 12

Chrissi Nerantzi @chrissinerantiDr Martyn Clark

@pgcap

LEARNING OUTCOMES SUMMARY

evaluate and apply theories of assessment and feedback

formative and summative approaches to assessment

assessment policies and practice in HE: QA & QE

peer- and self-assessment approaches to feedback

tools and technologies available for assessment and feedback

CURRICULUM DESIGN APPROACH

Problem Based Learning (PBL) scenarios

Module Tutor facilitates groups and guides reading

3 PBL introduction sessions: Weeks 2, 4 and 7

Input sessions with guest speakers

Celebrating learning in week 10 ‘tasting’

THE PGCAP AND THE UK PSF

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Areas of Activity (WHAT)

• Design and plan• Teach/support• Assess/give

feedback• Develop effective

learning environments and approaches to student support/guidance

• Engage in CPD incorporating research, scholarship and evaluation of professional practices

Core Knowledge (HOW)

• Subject• Appropriate

methods of teaching and learning

• How students learn• Use and value

appropriate learning technologies

• Methods for evaluating effectiveness of teaching

• Quality assurance and quality enhancement

Professional Values (WHY)

• Respect individual learners and learning communities

• Promote participation and equality of opportunities

• Use evidence-informed approaches and the outcomes from research, scholarship and CPD

• Acknowledge the wider context in which HE operates recognising implications for professional practicefor Fellowship of HEA - evidence engagement with all of

these http://www.heacademy.ac.uk/assets/York/documents/ourwork/rewardandrecog/ProfessionalStandardsFramework.pdf

Also NMC

accreditati

on Nurse

Teacher

WEEKLY PLANactivities location

week 1 Introduction to the module and PBL CW Seminar Room

week 2 PBL scenario 1 CW Seminar Room

week 3 input session: Marking and rubrics webinar

week 4 PBL tutorials CW Seminar Room

week 5 PBL scenario 2 ThinkLab (booked)

week 6 input session: Inclusive assessment and feedback (Dr Leslie Robinson and Heather Davidson)

evening webinar

week 7 PBL tutorials CW Seminar Room

week 8 PBL scenario 3 CW Seminar Room

week 9 PBL tutorials CW Seminar Room

week 10 Assessment and Feedback consultancy event TBC

Competence and engagement within an area(s) of relevance to the module (and, as appropriate, to the UK Professional Standards Framework) 

Engagement with, and application of, relevant research literature and theory

Reflection on your learning and the development of your practice

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PGCAP assessment criteria

ASSESSMENT EPORTFOLIO BASED

2x Group PBL reports (2000 words, 40%) PBL scenario 1 and 2 Peer assessed Use Google docs and link to your e-portfolio

Individual reflection on the PBL process and key points learnt around assessment and feedback including impact on practice(3000 words, 60% - posts 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6) PBL scenario 3 useful Tutor assessed capture in your e-portfolio

Media-rich approach encouraged!

PBL APPROACH Step 1: Explore the problem Step 2: Discover known and

unknown, plan your approach Step 3: Carry out your research

and share with your group Step 4: Apply – The research that

you do is then applied to the problem and your own practice.

Step 5: Present

Remember to rotate roles!

STRUCTURE OF A SCENARIO Introduction to Scenario in F2F session

Complete steps 1 & 2Check with tutor

2 weeks (suggest at least a weekly meeting)

Complete steps 3 – 5Review other groups report, provide

feedback

REPORT

Can be in any electronic formatHow easy is it for groups members

to use / edit?Can you share with peers for review?

Basic structureoutline the potential issuessummarise the literature propose possible solutions

POSSIBLE TOPICS Assessment methods Effective feedback Formative assessment Inclusive assessment Marking / grading Quality assurance and quality

enhancement in assessment and feedback

Self and peer assessment Summative assessment Use of technology for assessment /

feedback Work-based / practice-based

assessments

RESOURCES Books Journals Blackboard VLE

QUESTIONS AT THIS STAGE?

MINI - PBL A first year ‘long-thin’ module was assessed by

four 15 min summative practical assessments throughout the year; two end of semester summative practical exams lasting 30 mins each and a summative assignment. As this course leads to a professional qualification every component has to be passed. In this format the following issues arose, many students were trailing failure from early in the first semester, the ability to catch up marred the students ability to keep up with the new information and skills, students became disillusioned with themselves and the module. High stress levels for students on an ongoing basis and for staff the ongoing summative assessments were extremely time-consuming.

APPROACH Clarify your understanding of this scenario

with your group (and the tutor if necessary). Explore the issues as a group. Indentify what you know about this from

your own experience and any reading that you have done.

Indentify something you don’t know and find one piece of relevant literature.

From what you know, discuss possible solutions.

Prepare a ‘presentation’ on your possible solutions.

Pair up with another group to ‘present’ your solutions.

REPORT TECHNOLOGY

Text-based Google Docs

Other formats video (YouTube, welcome to use PGCAP

account)

PERSONAL TUTOR Your first contact Provides general

advice, support and guidance

Pastoral support Face-to-face and

remote tutorials (web-conferencing)

Signposts when further assistance required

For the whole programme

Cristina Costa Pete Whitton

EXTRA RESOURCES The wheel of assessment and feedback “Food for thought” series on YouTube

http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1F87994463B50301&feature=plcp

Blackboard

THE WHEEL OF ASSESSMENT AND FEEDBACK: WHERE ARE YOU NOW? DATE:

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SOS to change labels for (summative, formative) assessment, feedback, marking, moderating, using technology, theories around assessment and feedback etc.

First name Surname

Role College/School/Service

EmailTelMobileTwitter

Teaching experience

Mentor Good time for tutorials

Optional module (pick one)

Assessment and Feedback Strategies

Application of Learning Technologies

Curriculum Design and Programme Leadership

Flexible, Distance and Online Learning

Anything else you would like to share with your tutor?

Please note, all information provided are confidential.

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