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