Is there clear information available for students that will unambiguously inform them of which aspects of their performance they are being assessed on?
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Learning outcomes, assessment and grading details, and examples from past students (if applicable) are available to students.
Students also receive clear and timely feedback on their assignments so that they can use the evaluation of their past performance to indicate expectations for their current performance.
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Are a variety of assessment methods used depending on the learning outcomes, aims and objectives?
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Your programme includes a variety of assessment methods that are aligned to the learning outcomes, aims, and objectives, of individual modules.
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Students are offered choices such as essay or presentation; series of worksheets or an exam etc. so that they can choose the method that suits their learning style, timetable or strengths.
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Are grading criteria published well in advance in the handbook / website / VLE ?
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Do you strive to spread exams across the examination period to avoid burn out and fatigue?
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Are students offered clear, productive feedback on assignments?
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Feedback is legible, and it tells students what they did right as well as wrong, and where they can improve. It encourages them to improve.
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Are students offered timely feedback on assignments?
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There is a fast turn around on submitted assignments with the aim that students can use feedback in their next assignment.
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