Assessment and Evaluation: How Do I Know They Learned?

When we talk about assessment at the College of Veterinary Medicine, we’re usually referring to a test or an examination. This session will review the various definitions of assessment, distinguish between assessment and grading, examine the role of formative and summative assessment in courses, and suggest how to ensure learning outcomes, activities, and assessments align. Participants will also discuss assessment methods by which faculty and programs can collect data on student performance and curricular effectiveness.