Learning Activities and Assessments
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The following table provides a list of assessment strategies that can be converted in an online environment using different tools (Online Alternative). Key considerations and useful tips are provided.
Note: When choosing an exam alternative, it is important to think about alignment and make sure that the assessment strategy aligns with the learning outcomes. In some cases, you may need to revise your learning outcomes.
Traditional Assessment Format |
Suggestions for Moving Online |
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Take-Home Exam
Students are asked to submit an essay response. The exam is submitted individually on paper. |
Canvas Assignments
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Quiz Exam
Students individually are asked to recall, summarize, connect information, and solve problems. |
Canvas Quizzes
An equation-based exam can be conducted within Canvas (using numerical answers) with Respondus Lockdown Browser to maintain Academic Integrity. Students complete their exam on scrap paper and enter the numerical answers on Canvas. Once they complete the quiz, they show the scrap paper they wrote at the end of the exam, and upload a photo of the scrap paper through Canvas as an Assignment. Note: We recommend using Classic Quizzes when creating a Canvas Quiz. Grading can be done using SpeedGrader. |
Case Study/2-Stage Exam
In class, students analyze a case study individually, with a peer, or in groups. When conducted in class, this activity can be completed collaboratively. |
Canvas Assignments, Canvas Groups, Canvas Discussions, Zoom (for real-time interactions between students)
Grading can be done using SpeedGrader. |
Oral Exam
Students do an one-on-one oral exam/test (e.g., in a language course) with an instructor. |
Real-time oral exam with Zoom
Recorded oral exam submitted through Canvas Assignments
Recorded oral exam submitted through Canvas Quizzes If an oral exam should be part of a Canvas Quiz, use the “Essay” question type, which allows students to access the “Embed Kaltura media” feature in the Rich Content Editor for recordings. Student submissions can be assessed using the SpeedGrader. Recorded oral exam submitted through the Collaborative Learning Annotation System (CLAS)
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Final Projects/Term Papers
Students are asked to submit a final project, which can take the form of a written assignment or multimedia presentation (e.g., essay, video, poster). |
Camtasia
Canvas Assignments (individual or in groups)
Collaborative Learning Annotation System (CLAS)
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Concept Map
Students write keywords and organize them into a flowchart. They can also draw the connections between concepts. |
Canvas Assignments (individual or in groups)
You can annotate the concept map from Speedgrader and provide comments and a final grade. An online rubric can also be used to assess the assignment.
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Discussions
Classroom or group discussions are utilized to facilitate peer-to-peer learning and build community. |
Canvas Discussions
Collaborative Learning Annotation System (CLAS)
Zoom Breakout Groups
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Student Presentations (individual or group)
Students present in front of the class. After the presentation, the instructor and/or peers provide feedback. |
Real-time presentations on Zoom
Recorded presentations on Canvas Kaltura or the Collaborative Learning Annotation System (CLAS)
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Portfolio (or Journal)
Students are asked to create a personal reflection or portfolio of work. |
Canvas Assignments or Discussions
UBC Blogs and UBC Arts ePortfolios
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Peer Assessment
Students share their work with each other, to view peer submissions, and provide share feedback. |
Canvas Peer Review
Collaborative Learning Annotation System (CLAS)
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Problem Sets/Simulation
Students are asked to solve a problem. Depending on the discipline, it may require an economic model, political simulation or a historical narrative. For example: “What do you think will happen?” |
Canvas Assignments (individual or in groups)
Grading can be done using SpeedGrader. |
Labs
Students perform an experiment or run a simulation and share their findings. |
Students run an online simulation on Canvas Kaltura or Camtasia
Instructors enact a sample lab for students on the Collaborative Learning Annotation System (CLAS) If the lab uses unfamiliar or relatively familiar equipment and processes (from the student perspective) or requires close-up views:
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Note: This document is adapted from the “Other Assessment Strategies” developed by UBC’s Centre for Teaching, Learning and Technology (CTLT), CC-BY-4.0, and was further edited by Arts ISIT to fit the Faculty of Arts context.