Introduction to Effective Assessments

Effective assessment design is one of the most powerful ways instructors can support student learning. Yet many educators inherit assessment practices that emphasize grading rather than learning. This five-part series explores how thoughtful assessment design can help instructors create clearer expectations, support student success, and align assignments with meaningful learning outcomes. The articles in this playlist examine the role of assessment in learning, strategies for designing aligned and effective assessments, how grading formulas communicate course priorities, and how evolving technologies such as generative AI are encouraging instructors to rethink how students demonstrate their understanding.

You can explore the full series below:

1. Part 1: Moving Beyond Grades: Rethinking Assessment in Higher Education
2. Part 2: What Makes an Assessment Trustworthy?
3. Part 3: Choosing the Right Assessment Strategy for Your Context
4. Part 4: What Your Grading Formula Really Communicates
5. Part 5: Designing for Integrity in the AI Era