Multi-dimensional Assessment for eLearning

Why go to a session on online MBAs by Thomas Downey? Well, I ended up in the wrong session and can't get out of the room. But there are always take aways . . .

• Online learners are a different market than those who seek face to face, so remember that you aren't replacing anything (though we may want to try for scalability).
  
• We assess learners through authentic tasks, eLearning portfolios (employers want more than resumes and transcripts), and 360 degree evaluation
• Instructors need mentoring
• Reflection is one way to assess online learning, and to check with alignment with learning objectives.
  

So for us . . .

1. Define learning objectives (what are the objectives for each AUCC workshop/learning activity?)
   
2. Align curriculum with goals, including internships (tell departments)
   
3. Identify instruments and measures (including longitudinal evaluation to see if students "get it" over time) and evaluate all four levels: reaction, learning, behavior, results (did you like this, what did you learn, did you apply it, what happened?)
4. Analysis and dissemination of data
5. Use assessment data for continuous improvement
   

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