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153: Alternative Assessment in Intro and Gen Ed Courses
Mar 26, 2024
Stephanie Kratz discusses transforming assessment in intro and gen ed courses to focus on students' learning, not grades. She explores alternative assessments, ungrading, feedback-centered assessments, and student self-assessment. Stephanie shares challenges, successes, and ongoing reflections on implementing new assessment strategies to foster student growth and motivation.
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- Alternative assessments focus on student learning progress over traditional grades.
- Starting small and involving students in assessment criteria definition are crucial steps.
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Stephanie's Journey Towards Alternative Assessment and Grading
Stephanie, a college English professor, shares her six-year journey of transforming assessment and grading in her courses. She transitions from using detailed rubrics to experimenting with complete/incomplete grades to focus on students' learning, not just grades. Stephanie emphasizes the importance of starting small, involving students in defining assessment criteria, and continuously redefining assessment approaches.
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