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assignment design

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Great design leads to great assignments!

Designing Great Assignments 

Differentiation 

  • Students select from a "menu" of options for completing the assignment. 


  • Designing assignment options plays to student's strengths/interests. 

Clear Instructions 

  • Write assignment directions from a inexperienced user. 

  • Account for as many questions/issues as possible when writing instructions.  

  • Overly detailed instructions prevent questions or issues.  

Relevance

Well 

designed

include

these 

components: 

  • Bring real world applications and experiences into assignments.

  • Authentic assessment (real world application) connects learning to the student's world. 

Some Things to Consider

Alignment 

Feedback

Make sure the assignment aligns with course & module objectives. 

Helpful feedback is specific, measurable, and includes suggestions for improvement.