Formative and Shared Assessment to Promote Global University Learning

Formative and shared assessment (F&SA) is a radical shift in understanding the meaning and function of university learning, focusing on what and how students learn and how this learning can be used successfully in the future. This premier reference source provides an updated and comprehensive review of F&SA in university teaching from an international perspective, covering topics such as feminist pedagogies, learning-oriented tasks, and student engagement.

Format: Hardback
Length: 335 pages
Publication date: 20 March 2023
Publisher: IGI Global

The concept of formative and shared assessment (F&SA) represents a significant shift in our understanding of the purpose and nature of university learning assessment. In this perspective, assessment becomes an integral part of the learning process, encompassing not only the acquisition of knowledge by the student but also the manner in which they acquire it. This means that every learning activity involves fostering students' awareness of their learning strategies, techniques, and the potential applications of their knowledge in the future.

Formative and Shared Assessment to Promote Global University Learning provides a comprehensive and up-to-date exploration of F&SA in university teaching from an international standpoint. In this regard, this publication offers a comprehensive update of the concepts, approaches, and methodologies associated with F&SA, while also examining the various methods, techniques, and instruments employed in this assessment approach. Additionally, it delves into the conditions of validity and reliability necessary to ensure the production of high-quality F&SA outcomes.

The book addresses a range of topics relevant to F&SA, including feminist pedagogies, learning-oriented tasks, and student engagement. It serves as a valuable resource for educational administrators, librarians, educators at all levels, pre-service teachers, government officials, researchers, and academicians. By providing a comprehensive overview of F&SA, this publication facilitates the exchange of ideas, promotes best practices, and contributes to the advancement of university learning assessment worldwide.

Dimension: 279 x 216 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781668435373