Assessment Strategies for Effective Presentations

Overview of Assessment Options

Assessment methods vary depending on the nature of your presentation. Here, we explore different assessment options to consider integrating into your session.

Informing Participants About Assessments

Prior to delivering your presentation, it’s essential to outline the assessment process:

• Equality and Inclusivity: Treat every participant equally and accommodate any specific learning needs discreetly.
• Initial Discussion: Discuss assessment details at the session start and offer private consultation during breaks for those with learning needs.
• Accommodating Learning Needs: Plan adjustments such as verbal tests, extended time, or separate assessments as required.

Types of Assessments

Choose assessments that align best with your session objectives and participant needs:

• Initial Assessments: Conducted before the session to gauge individual skill levels and tailor content accordingly.
• Ongoing Monitoring: Continuously assess progress through open questions and other methods:
• Questioning: Informal yet effective for assessing understanding and inclusivity.
• Case Studies: Promote discussion and research, with outcomes discussed formally or informally.
• Observed Practical Tasks: Informal tasks assessing key learning outcomes.
• Written Work: Includes workbooks or assignments to gauge comprehension.
• Tests: Formal assessments ensuring comprehensive learning, adjusted for learning needs.

Criteria for Assessment

Define clear criteria for passing assessments, avoiding negative terminology:

• Criteria for Referral: Instead of 'fail', use 'refer' positively to outline additional steps needed to meet course requirements.
• Reassessment: Offer options for participants to re-sit assessments or courses to achieve successful outcomes.