Improving Learning Through Testing
Testing is a powerful means of enhancing learning by going beyond traditional assessment methods. This method of problem-based learning at scale emphasizes the limitations of autograding. EdX Edge features include grading flexibility, multiple attempts for iterative learning, and contextual help. Additionally, outcomes from a library assignment in Bio 1B show significant improvement in student engagement and understanding.
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Beyond Multiple Choice Autograded Questions on edX Edge Elliott Smith Emerging Technologies Librarian Koshland Bioscience Library Waves of Innovation May 2016
Testing is a powerful means of improving learning, not just assessing it. 1 Problem-based learning at scale Limitations of autograding
EdX Edge features: Grading flexibility Multiple attempts/iterative learning Contextual help
Bio 1B Library Assignment outcomes: 90% feel difficulty about right 61 92% report improvement Scaffolded bibliography assignment outcomes improved
Thank you! Elliott Smith epsmith@berkeley.edu Background photo credit American Institutes for Research. 2011. Project Talent. Retrieved April 18, 2016, from http://www.projecttalent.org/about/studydesign Reference 1. Roediger HL, Karpicke JD. 2006. Test-enhanced learning: Taking memory tests improves long- term retention. Psychol Sci. 17(3): 249-255.
