December 2013
December 5 - Exam Writing 101
Location: Taylor Hall 306Activity Type: Workshop
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In this workshop, faculty will focus on the degree to which their exam writing process reflects course content, learning objectives, and student learning. Participants will explore how tools such as learning taxonomies and formative assessments can inform exam construction and format. Participants will have the opportunity to discuss and revise their own exam questions using evidence-based strategies.
This workshop is designed for faculty to make progress toward the following outcomes:
- Apply learning taxonomies to current exam questions;
- Align exam questions to specific learning objectives; and
- Develop one or more formative/summative assessment item.
Facilitator: Carol A. Hurney, Ph.D, Department of Biology & Center for Faculty Innovation
December 6 - Exam Writing 101
Location: Rose Library 5211; lunch will be provided at noonActivity Type: Workshop
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In this workshop, faculty will focus on the degree to which their exam writing process reflects course content, learning objectives, and student learning. Participants will explore how tools such as learning taxonomies and formative assessments can inform exam construction and format. Participants will have the opportunity to discuss and revise their own exam questions using evidence-based strategies.
This workshop is designed for faculty to make progress toward the following outcomes:
- Apply learning taxonomies to current exam questions;
- Align exam questions to specific learning objectives; and
- Develop one or more formative/summative assessment item.
Facilitator: Carol A. Hurney, Ph.D, Department of Biology & Center for Faculty Innovation
December 6 - Friday Writers' Lockdown
Location: Rose Library 3311
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Friday Writers' Lockdowns encourage faculty writers to dive into projects with concentrated time and effort. Held on Fridays, these mini-lockdowns will help you create a regular writing pattern during the academic year. Peace of mind provided -- faculty writers provide the words. Coffee is available for purchase at Starbucks.
Note: Consultations must be requested in advance.