Assessment
Overview
OAS supports effective and inclusive assessment practices that promote academic excellence and enhance student learning and success. We collaborate with faculty to design assignments and assessments that align with course objectives and promote critical thinking, creativity, and practical application of knowledge. Through workshops, resources, and consultations, we provide guidance on diverse assessment methods such as exams, essays, projects, podcasts, portfolios, and presentations, ensuring they are robust, fair, transparent, and accessible to all students in classroom settings or online. Our office also assists with integrating feedback mechanisms to foster continuous learning and improvement, creating a supportive and equitable assessment environment across the university.
Example Assessment Methods and Best Practices
Classroom Assessment
- Mid-semester teaching feedback
- Assignment design
- Assessment design
- Alternative assessment formats
- Classroom assessment techniques
- Online assessment design and tools
- Accommodated assessments
Program Assessment
- Support with survey design and analysis
- Learning outcomes articulation and assessment
- Curriculum mapping
- Program assessment
- Canvas analytics