I learned to continue to research ways of using the technology. Whether that be learning, communicating and educating. You can always use different technology tools to reach the students. I will also plan on evaluating the students on how their learning from the systems we use. Everyone is different. Technology is always growing like everything else. I want my students to learn their best way, not mine. What I mean by that is some students strive just by reading on their own time and doing assignments while others need more interaction. I want to continue to reach everyone, so I will continue to research the best tools that can achieve this
As in other courses in this series, it assumes the instructor has autonomy to choose tools for a class and experiement with the effectiveness. I don't know about everyone else on this board, but that isn't an optioni at my university. I will look into WebQuests and make suggestions to improve courses though.
Make sure the right tools are used to be effective. Data gathered from students is the best way to ensure the quality of assessment.
I have learned that there are several ways to assess students knowledge and skills. I also learned that it is important to not use the same method every time to ensure those that struggle with that one particular assessment has a chance to be assessed at their learning style. I also learned that it is important to gather feedback from instructors and students regarding testing methods so that improvement can be made for the next course.
Robin Johnson
The information abut performance assessment functions were very helpful and can be utilized in my teaching.
This module taught me about the importance of electronic tools to help teach and assess students in their program.
Feedback from students, peer instructors and personal observation of what works and what doesn't all contribute to worthwhile revision of assessment criteria when necessary.
understand the proper tool and impliment
Choosing and assessing the assessment tools will help you and your students to reach their goals.
I have taken many online courses and participated in some, during the past 2 years. I really loved how this course is focusing on the importance of choosing the right tools rather than using them becasue they are just there! Also, it is important to keep in mind that as students differ in their learning styles, we need to choose different tools to make sure we are assessing the students correctly and appropriately.
In this module, I have learned that obtaining feedback from students about the assessment process provides information on whether or not the technology assessment tools helped the instructor provide meaningful feedback and whether or not the technology caused difficulty in the assessment process. Feedback from the students' point of view provides valuable information to analyze before teaching the course again so that any changes to the assessment methods can be made.
I learned the differents tools of assessment that you can use in the class. Use the differents types of evaluation to measures the learning.
In this module I have review assessment objectives and different strategies end assessment tools for these evaluations.
Technology tools used for assessment are only as good as the foundation upon whuch they are built. They must be flexible and explained to students. They must be able to be revised as needed. They must be used for the right job.
The plethora of possible technology tools for assessment intrigues me. I would like to move into different assessment techniques instead of just relying on examinations and end of unit assignments. WebQuests and simulation labs are two areas I would like to investigate further.
Feedback from students are as important as the breadth of knowledge of the iinstructor
I have learned that the tools used to assess the students needs to be reviewed to make sure it helps to reach the goals intended. Student feedback is important to assess the effectiveness of the tools utilized by the instructors.
This unit reinforced the idea that instructors must take several points into consideration before selecting a tool. Student feedback is important, but so is the usefulness of the tool overall.
Good reminder to use a variety of tools, even when I feel lazy.
To take my time to pick an appropriate tool rather than trying to make due with whatever is at my disposal.
