Snackable Series: Authentic Assessments

snackable-logo-fall2013The Learning Technology Center (LTC) is pleased to invite faculty and instructional staff to attend the next free session in the Snackable Series “Solving Teaching Challenges One Byte at a Time.” In the “Snackable Series” sessions, a specific learning technology is spotlighted. The next session will be held November 20th and 21st and focuses on authentic assessments.

An authentic assessment is a type of assessment in which students perform “real world” tasks to demonstrate the application of essential knowledge or skills.  Authentic assessments can increase higher-order thinking, are forms of active learning, and help prepare students for their future careers.  This session will address common types of authentic assessments and will showcase faculty examples.

The dates, times, and location for this snackable are as follows:

Wednesday, November 20, 2013: Noon to 1 p.m.
Thursday, November 21, 2013: 11 a.m. to Noon
Location: iCIT Training Center, McGraw 112

Register online today for this “Snackable Series” session, seating is limited: http://signup.uww.edu

If you have any questions regarding the Snackable Series and its sessions, please contact the UW-W Learning Technology Center.