Formative assessment in mathematics for engineering students
Ní Fhloinn, EabhnatORCID: 0000-0002-3840-2115 and Carr, Michael
(2017)
Formative assessment in mathematics for engineering students.
European Journal of Engineering Education, 42
(4).
pp. 458-470.
ISSN 0304-3797
In this paper, we present a range of formative assessment types for engineering mathematics, including in-class exercises, homework, mock examination questions, table quizzes, presentations, critical analyses of statistical papers, peer-to-peer teaching, online assessments and electronic voting systems. We provide practical tips for the implementation of such assessments, with a particular focus on time or resource constraints and large class sizes, as well as effective methods of feedback. In addition, we consider the benefits of such formative assessments for students and staff.
Item Type:
Article (Published)
Refereed:
Yes
Uncontrolled Keywords:
formative assessments; engineering mathematics; low-stakes assessment; assessment for learning