A variety of perspectives is necessary to gain an understanding of the course's efficacy from the inside out. As the instructor, we understand the intention of what is included in a course and for what purpose. However, the message may not deliver as we intended. The students and outside perspectives allow us to make improvements we may not have seen before.
Again, using this course to help drive my ability to improve my faculty on-boarding process, so certainly the idea of curricular review is something I am already leveraging. However, I do appreciate the methods/areas of revision presented - I find this a nice way to chunk a revision/review into a smaller piece that faculty might take more ownership over.
In an online course teaching approach, performing evaluations require careful thought on the part of the online teacher. This is possible with the help of multiple online tools and multiple stakeholders.
There are many evaluation methods for students. As a teacher, we have to adjust to students' capability and comprehension skills. All methods are good and effective to be measured.
I will use question tools to know about student learning and other various evaluation tools.
"Kumpletos Rekados"
In Filipino, we have this term "kumpletos rekados", which in English means "complete ingredients" whenever we cook. Also, in everyday slang, whenever this term is used we mean that to perfect something, all the necessary and essential parts should be there.
When I came to this module, I have realized that in order to improve and revise a course, "with multiple stakeholders come multiple sources of data, and multiple evaluation methods." We cannot just have one or two factors to look into, but we need a variety for our evaluation to be effective and efficient.
Therefore, it had to be "kumpleto rekados" consisting of Course Grades, Syllabus Scan, Assignments and Examinations, Portfolio, just to name a few.
Learnt about the importance of course revision and improvement. I will try to implement the concept of continuous evaluation taking feedback from multiple stakeholders
Closing the loop is necessary to achieve our teaching goals, I learned the importance of this process in our teaching practice.
Evaluation is important for us Intructor to make also continuous improvement (use a PDCA model) on our course.
The process should include some Key Performance Indicators from different sources, defined with the different stakeholders, so we can always have a look on our courses and how students assimilate them.
To improve an online course, it's important to review and reflect on it. This process, known as "closing the loop," involves evaluating various aspects of the course to improve student learning experiences, the curriculum, professional development, quality assurance, and personnel decisions. Using both quantitative and qualitative data from multiple sources is crucial, and involving students, institutions, and teaching communities is important. Closing the loop requires effective linkages between student learning outcomes and planning to drive the academic learning process.
We must close the loop and evaluate in multiple ways.
By evaluating the effectiveness of the modifications made as a consequence of a previous assessment, you are closing the loop and going beyond your initial assessment efforts. Courses should close the loop by not only using assessment data to direct action but also looking back to see if the activity improved student learning.
Dear colleagues,
I am taking the "three clear points, three muddy points" to evaluate my online sessions.
Usually, I keep what I think works, but it is essential to have an external opinion.
Regards.
From this module, I have learned that evaluating an online course is a complex process involving multiple stakeholders and data sources. It is insufficient to rely on one evaluation method or stakeholder perspective to improve the course.
I have also learned about various evaluation methods that can be used, including course grades, syllabus scans, assignments and examinations, portfolios, question tools, pretest/posttest, concept maps, structured interviews/focus groups, and peer observation/review of course materials. Each method has its strengths and weaknesses and can provide valuable feedback on different aspects of the course.
To apply this knowledge, I will use a variety of evaluation methods to get a complete picture of the effectiveness of my online courses. I will also involve multiple stakeholders, such as students, peers, and industry experts, to ensure that the course is meeting the needs of everyone involved. Finally, I will use the feedback from the evaluations to continuously improve the course and ensure that the feedback loop is closed.
I love the concept of closing the loop. Basically, it summarizes what evaluation is all about.
We evaluate to improve: student learning experiences and curriculum. It realigns focus on professional development, impacting both quality assurance and benchmarking as well as personnel decisions.
Multiple evaluations are effective means to ensure that all stakeholders are taken note of.
Closing the loop indeed shows that planning instruction, even in online education, is a never ending process of improvement.
Having multiple sources of evaluation is crucial as it provides a comprehensive and accurate picture of student learning and progress. Different evaluation sources can highlight various aspects of student performance, strengths, and weaknesses, thereby identifying areas that require additional support or guidance. It helps to get a better understanding of a student's overall performance as different assessments assess different skills and abilities. It can also help to reduce bias and increase fairness in the assessment process, ensuring that every student has an equal opportunity to demonstrate their learning and skills.
Additionally, multiple sources of evaluation help students to learn and improve more effectively. With feedback coming from various sources, students can identify areas of strength and weakness, allowing them to focus on areas where they need more support. It promotes student engagement and self-reflection, as students are more likely to take ownership of their learning when they receive feedback from multiple sources. Students can also better understand how their learning is progressing over time, rather than relying on a single assessment. All in all, multiple sources of evaluation provide a more accurate and well-rounded assessment of student performance and enhance their learning and development.
The first topic taught me a lot about the evaluation and revision processes. It is particularly novel to me that reviewing and learning technology can serve as the foundation for a professional development plan for teachers and personnel. Second, the importance of teamwork is emphasized by benchmarking and sharing best practices. Finally, assessment and evaluation are processes that are often viewed as daunting and challenging, but they foster growth and improvement. The previous chapter on Creating Multiple Evaluations introduced me to new and various online methods for assessing student progress: one-minute inquiry, three clear points, three muddy points paper.
What I have learned from this lesson is that always make reflection and review a part of the course evaluation as an educator and facilitator. And, to get the input you need to make ongoing adjustments that improve your online course and complete the loop, you will need a variety of tools from your diverse stakeholders.
I learned that effective evaluation of a course is the only provides a way to measure success against established learning goals/benchmarks.
Multiple evaluations are important tool to improve the knowledge in the students, and feedback specific and meaningful.
