Assessing Groupwork

What are we assessing?

· Process

· Outcome

· Both

Who is assessing?

· Tutor

· Students (self and/or peer assessment)

· All

How are marks allocated?

· Group mark – all get the same

· On basis of individual contribution

· Combination mode

How is consistency of marking ensured?

Across multiple assessment methods eg oral presentation, report, artefact; and when using a number of assessors – including students

· Clearly defined assessment criteria/schemes

· Appropriate preparatory training

· Moderation

What happens in the case of a failed group project?

· Second project for re-submission

· Alternative assessment method

Do all students evidence all outcomes?

Project work can be divided up with students focusing on selected tasks

· Additional assessment to ensure coverage