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Curriculum and assessment

You will be asked to self-assess your capability within the Curriculum and Assessment domain by selecting the set of statements that best describes your current practice.

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	ONE	TWO	THREE	FOUR	FIVE
Curriculum design	I understand what constructive alignment is, and its importance for curriculum design. I am learning about the principles of curriculum design, such as Universal Design for Learning (UDL). I am aware of MQ policies and processes that inform curriculum design.	I can explain different elements of curriculum design. I plan my teaching using constructive alignment. I regularly participate in moderation, and I know the processes for ensuring curriculum quality. I take opportunities to embed employability skills in the curriculum.	I propose and implement curriculum improvements. I can justify curriculum choices and evaluation methods. I systemically embed employability skills and inclusive teaching practices in the curriculum and/or assist colleagues in doing so.	I lead course life cycle, curriculum planning and/or curriculum evaluation projects in my department/faculty. I consider internal and external requirements when designing curriculum and assessment.	I initiate, contribute to and/or lead curriculum-related strategies, projects, and systems at MQ and beyond. I lead quality and benchmarking projects and/or accreditation processes at MQ and beyond.

Read the statements above and decide which number (1-5) applies to your current practice.

2.

	ONE	TWO	THREE	FOUR	FIVE
Assessment	I can explain the difference between assessment for/of/as learning. I understand what types of assessment tasks are suitable for different contexts. I can effectively use assessment rubrics.	I ensure assessment design is suitable for diverse learners. I adapt and/or design assessment rubrics. I participate in assessment moderation processes.	I regularly evaluate and improve assessment tasks and rubrics. I support colleagues in the design or improvement of assessment tasks, rubrics and moderation.	I lead evidence-based assessment initiatives in my department/ faculty.	I lead and evaluate assessment strategies, systems or initiatives at MQ and beyond.

Read the statements above and decide which number (1-5) applies to your current practice.

3.

	ONE	TWO	THREE	FOUR	FIVE
Feedback to students	I understand the difference between formative and summative feedback.	I have tried different formative feedback methods, and I can select the most effective for student learning.	I regularly evaluate the feedback methods I use, make improvements, and share results with colleagues and/or students. I support my colleagues in improving their feedback-related practices.	I contribute to/lead feedback initiatives at the department/faculty level.	I lead and evaluate feedback strategies, systems or initiatives at MQ and beyond.

Read the statements above and decide which number (1-5) applies to your current practice.

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