Poster
What is it? Students are asked to produce a poster on a particular topic. These can be used individually or groups to assess a wide range of activities. Posters can […]
Practical Examination
What is it? Assessment of practical skills developed through a module. Students are asked to perform tasks that demonstrate their skills, techniques and/or competencies whilst being observed.
Presentation
What is it? Students are asked to give an oral/video presentation on a particular topic for a specified length of time and could also be asked to prepare associated slides […]
Quiz
What is it? This is a form of assessment where students are presented with a range of questions either formatively or summativley. A range of question types can be incorporated […]
Report
What is it? Students produce an account of an experience, activity or experiment which may include a description, summary of findings, observations, and conclusions and recommendations. This encourages students to […]
Role Play/Simulations
What is it? An assessment in which students assume the roles of characters and develop a script and short demonstration to show understanding of topic/subject. This assessment type enables students […]
Self Assessments
What is it? Students are asked to reflect on their own pieces of work, learning and their level of skills using a module specific grading rubric. This encourages students to […]
Short Answer Questions (SAQ)
What is it? Students are asked to give brief answers to questions. This measures students analysis, application of knowledge, problem-solving abilities and evaluative skills.
Wiki
What is it? A wiki (Wikipedia) is an online writing space that multiple contributors can share and edit. A student or group of students can use it to create and […]
Annotated Bibliography
What is it? Students produce a list of citations from texts, primary sources and internet sites on specific topics followed by a brief descriptive and evaluative paragraph, the purpose of […]
