Embracing the future of assessment at the University of Sydney
byIn an era where generative artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping the educational landscape, Sydney is pioneering a refreshed approach to assessment and feedback. This…
Assessment
Building language and communication skills with strategic assessment and feedback
byDo we assume our students come to university with the language and communication skills to succeed in their studies? Writing well is a crucial…
It’s no mean feat! Assessing medical student research projects at scale
byThe University of Sydney Doctor of Medicine (MD) Program includes a mandatory 14-week, individual student research project in Year 3 of the 4-year postgraduate…
Supporting students through pre-census assessment and feedback
byThe role of early assessment and feedback The strategic use of formative or low-stakes assessment during the initial weeks of a unit of study…
Engaging students on placement through asynchronous online modules
byAsynchronous online learning is a key part of many degrees at Sydney, but one that students often struggle to engage with. Add in professional…
Designing for diversity – inclusive assessment
byInclusive assessment in higher education refers to the design and implementation of assessment practices that accommodate the diverse learning needs, backgrounds, and abilities of…
Rethinking assessment design one small step at a time.
byThis year our monthly UDL Chats continue to host colleagues from around the University, willing to share their stories about using Universal Design for…
Transforming a pharmaceutical compounding unit using competency-based assessment and Universal Design for Learning (UDL)
byPharmaceutical compounding is recognised as a core pharmacy skill, both in Australia (1) and internationally (2). As part of their accreditation requirements, Australian University…
What is a rubric?
byWhy use marking rubrics? Assessments are important educational tools, but they can cause confusion and stress if academic expectations are not clear. Some students…
What to do about assessments if we can’t out-design or out-run AI?
byGenerative AI is improving at a rapid pace and is increasingly integrated into software that we use daily. It is becoming increasingly clear that there…