Multiple choice questions (MCQs) can be a useful time saver for academics as they are quick to mark, but they are only useful to the learners if they are planned well. Here are some pointers for you to consider when designing and implementing multiple choice quizzes, whether on paper or in Blackboard.
Providing feedback to students can be one of the most effective ways to help them learn. How, what and when feedback is delivered is key. Poor quality feedback provided at the wrong time can do more harm than good.
The characteristics of effective feedback.
Rubrics – What are they? Why and how should I use them?
This information is aimed at colleagues involved in setting up online assignments in Blackboard and Turnitin. It provides an overview of how to choose the right rubric for your needs.