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ERIC Number: EJ1288590
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2021
Pages: 12
Abstractor: As Provided
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ISSN: ISSN-0307-5079
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Assessing and Assuring Learning: University Teachers' Reflections on Effectively Addressing Skills Deficits in Business Studies
Studies in Higher Education, v46 n3 p594-605 2021
Using data from a business school in a large research-intensive university in Australia, this study analyzes proposed teaching and learning changes with a focus on 'closing the loop.' Aspects of teaching and learning submitted by academic staff following assurance of learning (i.e. curriculum improvements) were analyzed using content analysis, spanning 382 program learning outcomes, 25 different degree programs, 117 subjects and 5828 pieces of individual student assessment (2009-2017). Analysis revealed six learning outcome themes, with 'use, application and evaluation of relevant theories, methods concepts, ideas or models' as most prominent. Suggested actions on each of the themes relate to various curricula changes, particularly (1) the move from teaching students 'what to think' to 'how to think,' (2) from developing fundamental to complex skills, and (3) providing more opportunities for feedback. Broader implications for teaching practice are discussed.
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Australia
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