Assessments that maintain fairness and authenticity without AI
In-person, reflective and analytical tasks require students to apply their learning in real-world ways that AI can’t easily replicate. Here are eight…
All’s fair in large-class grading
When courses have so many students that multiple tutors are required for marking, consistency with assessment grading is a…
What makes an effective microcredential programme?
Short, flexible and skills-focused, microcredentials must balance the needs of students and industry. Here are tips on how to develop courses that…
Assessment tasks that minimise students’ motivation to cheat
Academic dishonesty occurs for reasons that include students’ fear of missing deadlines, being overwhelmed and lack of language skills. Here are…
Successful group work is all in the selection process
For students, group work can boost learning, critical thinking and problem-solving skills, but the benefits of collaboration may depend on how…
Three features that will make your Mooc stand out
Learning designers and educators should focus on creating value for learners that goes beyond Mooc content. In this article, Temesgen Kifle and Ben…
Can online oral exams prevent cheating?
Online checking tools often flag non-suspicious behaviour along with suspected academic misconduct. Here, educators share lessons…
Cut the copying: tips to discourage plagiarism
Plagiarism is a growing problem for higher education institutions. Temesgen Kifle and Parvinder Kler share tips for instructors (and…
Tips to make student evaluation fairer for teachers
Factors unrelated to an instructor’s ability to enhance student learning can influence student evaluation of teaching. So, Temesgen Kifle shares …
