Student Perceptions on Feedback and Assessment

“Is it really that bad?”

Gavin LeeVice President (Learning and Development)

Overview

Feedback Assessment Student Perceptions

Feedback

Meaning “The return of information about the result of a

process or activity; an evaluative response”

“a high pitched whine”

Feedback - Meaning

Written Oral ‘On request’

Feedback – Problems

Student expectations Examinations Staff time

Assessment

Purpose To show knowledge Formative information Award credits for degree classification

Assessment - Reality

Assessment – Opportunities

Strategies Internationalisation strategy (still at draft stage) Learning and Teaching Strategy Learning and Technology Strategy (still at draft stage) Employability Strategy Graduate Attributes

Student Involvement

Consultation Design Ongoing review

“Is it really that bad?”

Yes

Way forward

Managing expectations Exam scripts Personal development planning Technology

Student Perceptions on Feedback and Assessment

“Is it really that bad?”

Any questions?