Advance HE Teaching & Learning Conference 2018: The bright side of assessments

Deep learning should be the core aim of all levels of education. However most students seem to focus on shallow and speedy learning (often last-minute) aiming merely to ensure that they pass the assessments rather than on actually being committed to learning and experiencing the joy of processing reflecting and consolidating new or updated learnings. Since the idea of assessment seems to be the driver for students then why not turn assessments into the peak of learning? Using reverse-psychology the model put forward aims to use assessments as an ideal tool to drive deep learning and enhance students’ experience.