Evaluating student performance is a crucial part of instruction. UCSF provides access and support for a variety of tools to help you build and deliver online assessments. The steps outlined here will help you determine the most appropriate assessment tool to meet your needs.
Step 1: Identify your assessment objective/type.
Types of Assessments
- Student Self-Evaluation: Students monitor their own learning and understanding.
- Formative Assessments: Monitor student learning and provide ongoing feedback.
- Summative Assessments: Evaluate student learning at the end of an instructional unit.
Step 2: Evaluate available tools and consider the following:
- How complex is the assessment?
- Necessary features and the pros and cons of each tool.
- What is the start up effort or learning curve for the tool?
- Easy = ~2-5 hours
- Moderate = ~5-10 hours
UCSF-Supported Tools
Tool |
Use Cases |
Features |
Ease of Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| CLE Quiz |
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Easy |
| Media@UCSF |
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Easy |
| GoReact |
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Moderate |
| Feedback Fruits |
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Moderate |
| H5P |
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Easy |
Step 3: Consider piloting the tool with a small group of students.
- Gather feedback and evaluate the effectiveness.
- Make necessary adjustments before full implementation.
Support and Training
Assessments are critical for measuring student understanding, providing feedback, and improving the learning experience. The right tools can streamline these processes and enhance the educational experience for both instructors and students.
Contact the UCSF Library Instructional Design Team for support.