Different ways to asses the students with different tools !
The information that I have learned from this training is that it is improtant to test out different technology tool before applying as a learning tool. It will aslo help to get the feedback of the student.
Mostly, this module has expanded my concept of "assessment" - I had never thought of track changes as an assessment tool.
There are numerous ways to assess students using many of the technical tools designed for each individual assessment. Tests, quizzes, virtual labs, and web based projects are all great tools used for assessing students. Providing adequate feedback to each student and communication is essential for a successful outcome. All tools must be carefully researched to ensure you're using the best tools for you and your students. You don't have to use all of the features of all tools, pick out what works for your teaching in whichever/however many tools you decide to use.
Instructors must choose the appropriate type of assessment that will provide the most feedback to detect whether the students are meeting the class objectives. This module gave me some new ideas about using online technology tools for assessment - although we use the Word TrackChange function within the department, I had not thought about using them for formative assessment of student projects. I am also interested in exploring more about the use of WebQuests for assessment. This module also emphasized the importnace of using various types of assessment from the following categories: knowledge-based, performance-based, portfolio-based, and project-based. Students may perform with different levels of success depending on the type of assignment and assessment used, given their different strengths and learning styles. Finally, this module provided a good template for assessing tool effectiveness on end-of-course evaluations. If the assessment tool isn't adequately measuring the students' progress towards obtaining class objectives, or is difficult to use, instructors must consider using a different type of assessment.
When it comes to online assessments of students you want to take stock of the options you have and then choose the evaluative tool that will be the most accurate for your students as well as be able to accurately assess them on the information you have provided in the class.
Be sure to carefully assess the tool before administration to students to ensure a high rate of success. In addition to this solicit feedback from students to assess further effectiveness.
Selecting the tool that will give me feedback from the students specific to their understanding of presentation and their skill and/or knowledge base is imperative.
Evaluation form the students is critical to the development of a good learning situation on line.
I learned that it is important to know the function of technology assessment before selecting and using it to assess student performance. Second I learned to obtain feedback from the students so that appropriate changes, if necessary, can be made. Last, I learned to consider investigating more than one technology assessment tool and functions in order to avoid selecting one that would not correctly assess students.
I currently use the tracking tool. It has rendered good results in tracking the progress of the student. I am excited about implementing the audion tool. I can see this as having a positive impact during the feedback process.
It is important for online instructors to select and use assessment tools effectively.
I learned that understanding the assessment tool is just as important as using the assessment tool. One must know how it works and if it is the best assessment tool for your course/class. Also knowing your audience/students better so you can utilize the best assessment tool possible.
There are different technology tools that instructors can use to assess that students have learned something from the class. The effective use of these tools can be done in a LMS that the school uses. It is important to get the feedback from students about the different technology tools that were used during the course of the semester, so that whatever tools worked can be used for the next semester, and whatever did not work can be replaced by another technology tool.
Identifying technology tools to assist in the assessment of student learning is essential in the online environment.
I learned that there are many variables that need to be addressed when creating online lessons including the learner and the types of assessments being used.
1. Always choose the best tool for the job.
2. Always test out the tool with as many use cases as possible.
3. Only choose the functions you need and do not add bells and whistles just because you can.
With the continuous evolution and development of new technology, instructors have a wide selection of assessment tools. All tools can be beneficial, however, it is the instructor's responsibility to select the best one for their course. It is also critical that they ask students for feedback on new tools being utilized.
I learned about the different types of assessments instructors can offer in their online courses. I learned about the advantages and disadvantages of each type. The content I especially enjoyed learning about was the type of assessments I primarily use, (performance) their advantages, and disadvantages. I had not previously considered the disadvantages of performance-based assessments.
I have learned how to use technology for evaluation and how to assess the effectivness of technolgy tools.
