Student Perceptions on Feedback and Assessment “Is it really that bad?”

Student Perceptions on Feedback and Assessment“Is it really that bad?” Gavin Lee Vice President (Learning and Development)

Overview • Feedback • Assessment • Student Perceptions

Feedback • Meaning • “The return of information about the result of a process or activity; an evaluative response” • “a high pitched whine”

Feedback - Meaning • Written • Oral • ‘On request’

Feedback – Problems • Student expectations • Examinations • Staff time

Assessment • Purpose • To show knowledge • Formative information • Award credits for degree classification

Assessment - Reality

Assessment – Opportunities • Strategies • Internationalisation strategy (still at draft stage) • Learning and Teaching Strategy • Learning and Technology Strategy (still at draft stage) • Employability Strategy • Graduate Attributes

Student Involvement • Consultation • Design • Ongoing review

“Is it really that bad?” • Yes

Way forward • Managing expectations • Exam scripts • Personal development planning • Technology

Student Perceptions on Feedback and Assessment“Is it really that bad?” Any questions?

Student Perceptions on Feedback and Assessment “Is it really that bad?”