An introduction to the Principles of Assessment Design
This section introduces you to the seven principles of assessment design at the University of Warwick.
Principle 1: Assessment tests intended learning outcomes.
Principle 2: Information about assessment should be explicit, accessible and transparent.
Principle 3: Assessment should be inclusive and equitable.
Principle 4: Assessment should enhance student learning.
Principle 5: The amount of assessment should be manageable.
Principle 6: Formative and summative assessment should be included in each programme.
Principle 7: Timely feedback that promotes learning and facilitates improvement should be an integral part of the assessment process.
You can explore details of each of the principles by expanding the tabs on the left of this page.
Within each principle, there are reflection points and recommended resources to help shape your thinking in the context of your own assessment design requirements.