Insights in Flexible Assessment from Students’ and Teachers’ Perspectives: A Focus Group Study

Norbert G. C. Huyer, Jeroen Dikken, Ellen Sjoer, R. I. Hutter, Anne Venema, P. G. Renden
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The advantages and drawbacks of components of flexible assessment have been studied mostly from the standpoint of students and, to a lesser extent, teachers. A gap persists in understanding the collective perspectives of teachers and students concerning flexible assessment. This study aimed to explore experiences and perspectives of students and teachers regarding flexible assessment within the specific context of nursing education. Seven focus groups comprised four sessions with teachers and three with students, each involving 5-8 participants. Results showed that students and teachers have a predominantly positive perspective towards flexible assessment. They acknowledge the opportunities that flexible assessment provides for diverse forms to present evidence. However, concerns were raised regarding the design of flexible assessments, issues of fairness in rating evidence, and the understanding among teachers and students regarding the assessment processes. Additionally, discussions focused on the perceived benefit of flexible assessments, particularly concerning the time investment required for their implementation and evaluation. In conclusion, the success of flexible assessments is contingent on the careful consideration of its design, ensuring equitable evaluation of evidence, and fostering comprehensive understanding among both teachers and students. Recognizing potential disparities in views of students and teachers offers valuable insights into the effectiveness of flexible assessment. Achieving a balance between the flexibility of assessment formats, aligned forms of evidence, and an appropriate rating methodology is crucial for effective implementation.
从学生和教师的角度看灵活评估:焦点小组研究
对灵活评价的优缺点的研究主要是从学生的角度出发,其次才是教师的角度。在了解教师和学生对灵活评估的集体观点方面,仍然存在差距。本研究旨在探讨在护理教育的特定背景下,学生和教师对灵活评估的经验和观点。七个焦点小组包括四个教师小组和三个学生小组,每个小组有 5-8 人参加。结果显示,学生和教师对灵活评估持积极态度。他们承认灵活评估提供了以不同形式展示证据的机会。然而,他们也对灵活评估的设计、证据评级的公平性问题以及教师和学生对评估过程的理解提出了担忧。此外,讨论还集中在对灵活评估的好处的认识上,特别是在实施和评估所需的时间投入上。总之,灵活评估的成功取决于对其设计的慎重考虑,确保对证据的公平评价,以及 促进教师和学生的全面理解。认识到学生和教师在观点上的潜在差异,可以为灵活评估的有效性提供有价值的见解。在灵活的评估形式、统一的证据形式和适当的评级方法之间取得平衡,对于有效实施评估至关重要。
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