Project-based assessment promotes deeper learning Project-based assessment encourages students to engage with the material meaningfully and authentically, leading to deeper learning and a more thorough understanding of the concepts. Students hone their research skills and can also practice the application of theories in real-life situations. Project-based assessment can also measure the students’ collaborative skills while […]
High-dosage tutoring, also known as intensive tutoring, is a form of academic intervention that involves providing students with a high level of individualized support to help them catch up and succeed academically. This kind of high-impact tutoring is generally one-on-one tutoring or very small group tutoring (up to four learners) at least three times a […]
Mathletics is a comprehensive online math learning platform that can be an effective tool for helping students fill in knowledge gaps and improve their math skills. Mathletics can transform how students learn math through a comprehensive program that builds confidence through personalized learning, exciting games, and mastery challenges. How can Mathletics be used to fill […]
Virtual labs are helpful for educators looking to enhance their students’ learning experiences and provide hands-on, interactive learning opportunities. What are virtual labs? They are interactive digital simulations of activities in a traditional laboratory set-up which are created using the computer to design a 3D virtual environment for any lab. The virtual labs enable the […]
Maintaining honesty, trust, fairness, respect, and responsibility in an academic environment constitutes Academic Integrity. While academic integrity is often associated with students, it also applies to those associated with higher education- instructors, researchers, and administrators. With an increasing number of students looking to online education to broaden their horizons, Academic Integrity has assumed greater importance. […]
Triangulation of assessment using conversation, observation, and product to assess students Assessment is one of the key factors in education. It is the essential tool that educators use to measure, evaluate, and document students’ academic progress, attainment, and readiness. Therefore, we have different assessments targeting different aspects of students’ learning and academic progress. The Triangulation […]
Academic Integrity Month was celebrated in October 2022 at York University and featured a variety of seminars and panel discussions to foster student success. This celebration was an excellent chance for students to familiarize themselves with the school’s policies and resources and gain the necessary skills to master their education, career & life. Each week […]
The idea of “honesty, trust, fairness, respect, responsibility, and courage” in academic practice is known as academic integrity. It is a foundation that defends academic integrity against unethical practices like plagiarism, cheating, and other forms of dishonesty. Academic integrity for students is now under more scrutiny than ever due to the pandemic-induced shift to online […]
