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\r\nAssessment vs. Assignment<\/p>\r\n\r\n<\/header>\r\n
\r\n\r\nIn some cases you may notice assessment used instead of assignment. There are key differences between these two terms. Learn more about their differences below:\r\n
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- An assessment refers to the process by which an instructor evaluates the learner's knowledge against the learning objectives. An assessment is often an interactive process the focuses on both teaching and learning. Formative and summative assessments are the two main types of assessments; summative is generally at the end of a unit or course (example: midterm and final exams). Where formative evaluations are throughout the learning process to check in on progress and provide feedback.<\/li>\r\n \t
- An assignment tends to refer to a learning activity that is primarily intended to foster or consolidate learning, such as a discussion forum.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nLearn more about Types of Assignments and Assessments<\/a> with this resource from University of Waterloo.\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_165\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\"]
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This image was developed using Canva Generative AI.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nWhenever possible, consider open pedagogy as an assessment strategy to build real-world relevance into the course.\r\n\r\nOpen pedagogy is an instructional strategy for building public-facing assessments that are relevant to the community, be it locally or globally. Open pedagogy offers students a tangible way to connect what they are learning in class to real-world examples, which can stimulate interest, motivate students, and engage them in more critical thinking opportunities.\r\n\r\nHere are some examples of assessments that would align with different levels of Bloom\u2019s taxonomy.\r\n
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This is a screen capture from trine.edu\/library website of the content type filters.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nIf you are on a library website here are some steps to locating the Open Source filters. Begin your search with relevant search terms and then filter by content type, selecting \"Open Access\". This will eliminate resources that are not open.\u00a0 ![\"a](\"http:\/\/pressbooks.palni.org\/designandshine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/71\/2024\/09\/3361695865_2a5212b4a4_m.jpg\" "\\"\"St")
\"Google Doodle - St Patrick's Day 2009\" by markhillary is licensed under CC BY 2.0.[\/caption]\r\n\r\nPlease note: <\/strong>the filter will not remain after the window is closed nor transfer to other tabs. You will have to reset the filter with each new search or tab.\r\n![\"Open](\"http:\/\/pressbooks.palni.org\/designandshine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/71\/2024\/09\/Open-textbook-library@2x-300x199.jpg\")
Open Textbook Library logo[\/caption]\r\n\r\nThe last way to find open content is to go to the large repositories available around the world. While this will likely take longer to parse through, this can still be an effective way to find resources. Remember: <\/strong>OER can be adapted to fit your needs and\/or created where there are gaps! You may also want to connect with a librarian to help you with this if you are unfamiliar.\r\n![\"An](\"http:\/\/pressbooks.palni.org\/designandshine\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/71\/2024\/09\/Course-Design-with-OERP-Integrations-1-e1726075435844-300x137.png\")
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