What is a rubrics?
September 11, 11:30 – 12:30
Online
Presenters: Lauren Schlesselman and Sally Chamberland
Audience: new faculty or faculty considering adding a rubric to their grading structure
Level: Introductory
Learning objectives
By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
1. Identify the value and role of rubrics in measuring student learning
2. Discuss the types of rubrics, including pro’s and con’s of each
3. Recognize the steps in creating a rubric
4. Connect rubrics with outcomes and learning data
Description
Rubrics are an assessment tool that promotes consistent and reduced bias grading. helps instructors and students focus attention on the important aspects of an assignment. They are designed to help students understand what is at stake in an assignment, what to work toward, and how they will be assessed. For instructors, rubrics can serve as feedback on assignments, focus revisions, and motivate students to improve. This introductory workshop explores the elements of a rubric, methods for developing effective rubrics, and how to apply them within your courses.
Register - https://fins.uconn.edu/secure_inst/workshops/workshop_view.php?ser=3571
For more information, contact: Stacey Valliere at stacey.valliere@uconn.edu