Assessment is a continuous process that is embedded in the culture of the institution and curriculum (at the program and course-level), as opposed to a course component meant solely to finalize a specific unit of student learning
Reflect on how assessment results can contribute to critical analyses that help identify bottlenecks or gaps to enhance a course or program learning experience.
Examples:
Low-Stakes Assessments (Interview with Ken MacMillan)
Learning Through Assessments (Interview with Ben Stephenson)
Inquiry Project (Interview with Kristine Bauer)
Ongoing Inquiry Investigation (Interview with Jesse Hendrikse)
Literature:
Assessment for learning: Sally Brown (2004)
Core principles effective assessment: James, McInnis and Devlin (2002)
Accountable for what?: Martha L.A. Stassen (2012)
Defining Critical Thinking in Higher Education: Determining Assessment Fit: Martha L. A. Stassen, Anne Herrington and Laura Henderson
