The Higher Learning Commission (UW’s accrediting body) offers this definition of assessment: “Effective assessment is best understood as a strategy for understanding, confirming, and improving student ...

Classroom Assessment Techniques ... their instructor cares about their learning. You may also bring out friendly (no losers) competition, peer support, and make it okay to be wrong. Activity: ...

Regular assessment helps determine where students are on the learning continuum. These allow for Evaluation of participation and engagement Opportunities for feedback Demonstrable learner progress ...

Self-assessments encourage students to reflect on their skills, knowledge, learning goals, and progress in a course. These practices can range from quick, low-stakes check-ins on lecture content to in ...