How to design an assessment plan for your course

Introduction

Research shows that testing has an important influence on the learning process of students. However, there is no such thing as a best form of testing. So how can you choose the most suitable test format for your subject? To achieve this, it is valuable to have knowledge of the assessment vision and assessment policy. In addition, making an assessment plan is also valuable in arriving at a suitable test format for your subject. An assessment plan provides insight into whether the test formats match the learning objectives and whether they are covered. In addition, the assessment plan can help in assigning weight to the various test components and how the final grade is arrived at.

Target group and required prior knowledge

In this MicroLab we ask you to bring your own assessment plan. If this is not possible, please contact us. No specific prior knowledge is required to participate in this MicroLab.

Content, form and investment

In the online environment of this MicroLab, online videos are offered about constructive alignment, formulating good learning objectives, selecting test formats using the utility formula and how to make an assessment plan. Watching these videos and the accompanying assignments takes about three hours.

During the Lab (4 hours), various themes will be worked on, such as the foundations of testing, vision and policy on testing, formulating learning objectives and making an assessment plan. There are also several interactive moments where you get the chance to discuss your plan, learning objectives and vision with peers.

The total time investment for preparing and following the MicroLab amounts to approximately 10 hours (including the proof of competence).

Earn an Edubadge

If you made the preparation and participated in the session, you can earn an Edubadge. This is a digital, visual certificate which you can share on e.g. LinkedIn. Interested parties can immediately click on the certificate to find out what you have done to achieve the Edubadge.

Registration

Register for this MicroLab via the registration system. Do you work as a lecturer at Erasmus MC? Then sign up by sending an email to training@risbo.eur.nl.