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Standard #4: Effective Assessment

To better support student success in your online course, watch this video that explores Effective Assessment using real-world connections, multiple ways to demonstrate learning, and clear expectations.

Best Practices

Level 1: Beginner

  1. Authentic & relevant assessment: Opportunities to connect learning to real-world experiences and personal interests
  2. Varied assignment types: Opportunities for students to demonstrate learning in different ways
  3. Explicit & transparent guidelines: Highlight the purpose and skills met by the task and clearly define steps and evaluation criteria

Level 2: Advanced

  1. Problem-based learning: Opportunities to develop transferable skills applicable to a variety of workplace environments
  2. Self-assessment opportunities: Develop metacognitive skills and practices
  3. Personalized learning supports: Offer supplemental materials or personal supports to help students achieve learning objectives

Resources and Guides

Below is a list of curated resources pertaining to Standard #4: Effective Assessment. These resources include those created by our office and other units and departments across Ohio State.

DELD Resources

University-Wide Resources