Measure Outcomes with a Variety of Learning Assessments

You can align your class competencies with outcomes through using different assessment strategies. Formative assessments, for example, do not involve assigning grades to students. Rather, they use surveys, discussion boards, and reflective journals to gauge students’ comprehension of course material. This not only helps students identify their own knowledge gaps, but also allow you to reflect on your own teaching styles.

You can also use summative assessments to directly assign student grades and make conclusions about whether students are hitting course learning objectives. Examples of this type of assessment include projects, portfolios, and presentations.

Traditional classroom experiences don’t always translate exactly to online learning environments. That’s why it’s important to focus on implementing online learning practices to help engage and connect with your students no matter the location.