Assessing Learning - DHM3135

Assessment 1: Written draft

A critical evaluation of assessment tools and/or measuring instruments used in educational contexts, reflecting on their effectiveness in supporting learner progress and achievement.
Contribution to group discussion on methods of assessment with examples of current practice. Max. 1000-word draft of report.

Written Draft

Assessment 1: Written Assignment

A critical report that reviews the use of assessment tools and/or measuring instruments (min. 1 tool or instrument, max. 3 tools or instruments) in an education context to support learning. The report will consider how the tool(s)/instrument(s) have been developed and used in relation to theory underpinning effective assessment, and will include critical reflection on how this practice can be further developed.

Written Assignment

<p>This module will develop your understanding of the ways in which assessment contributes to learning and raises achievement. You will explore different methods and applications of assessment and the ways in which current practice changes to incorporate new or changed methods of assessment. The assessment task for this module takes the form of a single report evaluating resources and tools used for assessing learning in educational contexts.</p>

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DHM3135 - Assessing Learning

Assessing Learning

Critically apply assessment tools for particular purposes and analyses the likely impact of their use.

Presents a critical analysis of the links between assessment, and progress and achievement.

Critically evaluates appropriate assessment theory in relevant educational contexts.

Develops and sustains a coherent, critical argument about how practice can be improved.

Critically analyses a range of relevant assessment methods and tools relating to practice.