Summative Assessment & Reflection Prompts
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Understanding Portfolio Reviews
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Today, we're going to discuss how portfolio reviews work. These reviews are essential for assessing your understanding and the quality of your projects. Can anyone tell me what a portfolio review entails?
Is it when we showcase all our work and get feedback from the instructor?
Exactly, Student_1. It's an opportunity to receive structured feedback. We'll use a rubric checklist to ensure we cover various aspects of your work. What do you think is the value of receiving feedback in this way?
It helps us see our strengths and areas to improve.
Great insight, Student_2! Feedback helps guide your learning journey. Letβs remember the acronym 'REFLECT': Review, Evaluate, Feedback, Learn, Engage, Change, Track. This will help us remember the key steps of using feedback constructively.
Could you explain how the rubric works?
Sure! The rubric evaluates criteria like creativity, technique, and adherence to project guidelines. It ensures that the assessment is fair and focused. Always refer back to it while preparing your portfolio.
So, will we be graded on every aspect of our portfolios?
Yes, Student_4. Each aspect plays a crucial role in your overall assessment. Remember, constructive criticism is not only valuable for grades but for personal growth as well. Can anyone summarize what we've learned today?
We learned that portfolio reviews help us get feedback based on a rubric to improve our work.
Exactly right!
Reflection Questions
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Let's move on to reflection questions. Reflective practice is important in design. I'll share three key questions: How did bias affect initial ideation? Can anyone explain what we mean by cognitive bias?
Is it when we only see things from our perspective without considering others?
That's a perfect definition! Student_1. Cognitive bias can cloud our judgment. The first reflection question aims to make you aware of this. What do you think the second question might focus on?
Maybe how our tools affect our creativity, like whether we prefer sketching or using software?
Exactly! Assessing whether tools felt natural to you helps you understand your strengths. Now, what about the last question?
It's probably about how our concepts can change based on feedback, right?
Yes, Student_4. Evaluating the robustness of your concept is crucial. Reflection enriches learning and helps strengthen your final project. Remember, the acronym 'CRAFT': Consider, Reflect, Adjust, Focus, Track. Let's recapβwhat are the main themes we've discussed?
We discussed the importance of reflection, awareness of cognitive biases, and the effectiveness of tools used.
That's right! Keep up the excellent work!
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Focused on summative assessments, this section outlines methods for portfolio reviews and provides reflection questions that prompt students to critically evaluate their ideation process, the effectiveness of tools used, and the robustness of their chosen concepts. It emphasizes the importance of self-reflection in the development of ideas and overall learning.
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In this section, we explore methods for effective summative assessment and the use of reflection prompts to enhance student learning. The portfolio review process allows for instructor-led critiques, utilizing rubric checklists to provide structured feedback on student work. Alongside these reviews, we introduce three critical reflection questions designed to foster deeper insights into students' creative processes. These questions guide students in analyzing how biases influenced their ideation, assessing the naturalness of tools used (whether analog or digital), and evaluating the robustness of their chosen concepts in relation to weight adjustments in decision-making. By engaging with these reflective practices, students develop a more nuanced understanding of their design choices and the overall conceptual framework, culminating in a polished portfolio and sound rationale for their decisions.
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Portfolio Review
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Chapter Content
- Portfolio Review: Instructorβled critiques using rubric checklists.
Detailed Explanation
A portfolio review is a process where students present their work to an instructor, who provides feedback based on a checklist or rubric designed for evaluation. This type of assessment helps students understand their strengths and weaknesses and learn from their experiences. The instructor uses a structured approach to critique each element of the portfolio, which may include various projects and progress reports. This two-way interaction not only highlights the quality of the work but also encourages reflection on the learning journey that contributed to the final portfolio.
Examples & Analogies
Think of a portfolio review as a team meeting in a sports team. Just as a coach reviews players' performance in games to help them improve, an instructor reviews student portfolios. The feedback helps players recognize what skills to work on, similar to how critiques inform students where they excel and where they need to make adjustments.
Reflection Questions
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Chapter Content
- Reflection Questions:
- How did bias affect initial ideation?
- Which tool (analog vs. digital) felt most natural and why?
- How robust is your chosen concept under weight adjustments? Provide examples.
Detailed Explanation
The reflection questions encourage students to think deeply about their learning process and the choices they made throughout their project. The first question asks them to analyze how personal biases might have impacted their creative thinking during the ideation phase, promoting self-awareness. The second question helps them evaluate their comfort level with different tools, fostering a discussion on preferences and their effects on creativity. Lastly, considering the robustness of their chosen concept under weight adjustments relates to practical problem-solving; they need to think about how their concept holds up when faced with changes or challenges, providing a chance to showcase adaptability.
Examples & Analogies
Imagine you're preparing for an important presentation. Reflecting on these questions is like practicing in front of a friend before the big day. They might help you notice unconscious biases, like always using the same examples, and suggest you try different approaches or tools for your slides. Your friend can also challenge you to clarify how your main idea can adjust if a key point doesnβt resonate with others, ensuring you are ready for questions and feedback.
Key Concepts
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Portfolio Review: A method for structured feedback on student projects.
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Cognitive Bias: A systematic deviation in thinking that affects judgment and decision-making.
Examples & Applications
A student's portfolio includes project design sketches, final prototypes, and a reflective journal commenting on design choices.
Responding to a peer review with adjustments made to a project based on feedback received during a portfolio critique.
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Rhymes
In portfolios we seek the best, feedback helps us pass the test.
Stories
Once, a student feared sharing her designs. But when she received feedback, she learned and grew. Her portfolio became a journey of improvement!
Memory Tools
Remember 'PATCH' for the reflection questions: Perception, Awareness, Touchstones, Choices, Heuristics.
Acronyms
Use 'REFLECT' for the steps of feedback
Review
Evaluate
Feedback
Learn
Engage
Change
Track.
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Glossary
- Portfolio Review
A structured evaluation of a student's work where feedback is provided based on specific criteria.
- Reflection Questions
Questions designed to prompt critical self-assessment and understanding of the ideation and decision-making processes.
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