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ASSESSMENT BASICS
Designing and conducting an assessment
project can seem overwhelming when you are first beginning
the project. This page provides links to helpful information
that can make designing your project less intimidating.
If you have questions that aren't answered below, we
encourage you to contact one of the assessment
staff members.
Effective
Assessment
In this section, read about the characteristics of an
effective assessment as well as the issues that arise
when conducting assessment (including Miami Plan assessment).
Designing
Learning Outcomes
Writing good learning outcomes can be difficult and
time-consuming. This page provides detailed tips and
suggestions for designing well-written outcomes.
Frequently
Asked Questions (FAQs)
Answers to frequently asked assessment qustions are
provided in this section.
Glossary
The glossary defines commonly used assessment terms,
terms specific to Miami University or Miami University
Liberal Education, and acronyms of the surveys conducted
at Miami University.
Learning
Systems Design Model
The Learning Systems Design model is a useful context
for thinking about assessment. The model connects instructional
planning, implementation and assessment for purposes
of improving student learning. A description of the
model is provided in this section of the website.
Rubrics
A rubric is a guide that describes the criteria that
will be used to score or grade an assignment. Sample
rubrics for your use are provided in this section.
Useful
Links
This section provides links to other Miami University
offices as well as outside websites that can provide
useful assessment-related information.
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