Assessment for Learning

ESSEC Business School via Coursera

Overview

Explore the comprehensive course on "Assessment for Learning," where educational assessment's evolving role becomes the focal point amidst escalating demands for teacher and school accountability. This detailed exploration dives into the intricacies of large-scale standardized assessments and the subsequent impact on education reform discussions. Delve into the nuanced debates surrounding testing, assessing both its strengths and weaknesses across various approaches. Further, the course unveils the latest in assessment technologies, including advances in computer adaptive testing, natural language processing in assessments, and the integration of formative assessments within digital curricula. Subjects such as data mining, learning analytics, and artificial intelligence's role in educational platforms are also thoroughly examined, with a critical eye on data privacy and the ethical challenges presented by 'big data.'

Designed for a broad audience, including those new to the education field, practicing teachers, and community or workplace leaders with an educative mission, this course aims to shed light on future educational directions. Access valuable resources and join vibrant online communities through CGScholar, Facebook, and Twitter to further engage with the material and the global educational community.

For those interested in formal accreditation, this course aligns with the content delivered to graduate certificate, masters, and doctoral students in the Learning Design and Leadership Program at the College of Education, University of Illinois. Participation options range from casual engagement, like viewing course videos and joining discussions, to formal enrollment for course credit through the University of Illinois, with details available for prospective students.

As part of the Learning Design and Leadership Series by Bill Cope and Mary Kalantzis, this course joins a suite of MOOCs offered at the University of Illinois, covering a range of topics from e-Learning Ecologies to Multimodal Literacies. Discover innovative teaching and learning approaches within the digital age and contribute to the broader conversation on education's future.

Online resources for further exploration are available at https://newlearningonline.com, including options to take this course for credit at the University of Illinois detailed at https://ldlprogram.web.illinois.edu/overview/ and application information at https://education.illinois.edu/epol/programs-degrees/ldl. Join us in this enlightening journey through the landscapes of educational assessment and its critical role in shaping future learning environments.

University: ESSEC Business School. Provider: Coursera. Categories: Education & Teaching Courses, Data Mining Courses.