Assessments and Student Feedback in Online Courses

Interested in adding variety to your assessments? 

Ask yourself these questions and then explore our list of Assessment Alternative Ideas. The U of M Center for Educational Innovation has developed an online resource that explores the advantages and challenges of different types of assessments.

Have you been using exams to assess student learning? 

Here is our Guide to Online Exams.

Rubrics make assessment more transparent. 

They communicate expectations and connect student performance to feedback. Canvas Rubrics can be added to all graded activities including assignments, discussions, and quizzes, and can be used to make grading faster and easier. Explore our recommendations for rubrics and feedback in Canvas.

Where to go when you need help

Contact CEHD Digital Education and Innovation at deiteam@umn.edu.