1. Roger Sutton c.r.sutton@kent.ac.uk Assessment How will I be assessed? 1

2. School of Computing Formative Assessment is such that the assessment constitutes a learning opportunity in its own right. E.g. Writing an essay or undertaking a class presentation can be valuable as a means of acquiring knowledge as well as for developing research, communication, intellectual and organisational skills. By its very nature, students undertaking formative assessment might reasonably expect feedback on their work in a timely fashion. However, it should be remembered that formative assessment is not often included in the formal grading of work, and indeed many believe that it should not be.

3. School of Computing Summative Assessment is not traditionally regarded as having any intrinsic learning value. It is usually undertaken at the end of a period of learning in order to generate a grade that reflects the student's performance. The traditional unseen end of module examination is often presented as a typical form of summative assessment. Accordingly students should not expect feedback on such assessments.

4. School of Computing Assessment – cont’d Modules are assessed by coursework and examination, or 100% coursework If coursework and examination, weighting usually 50:50, although some are different: 20:80, 30:70 or 40:60 – consult module specification Aggregate score determines module result

5. School of Computing Assessment components Coursework In-class test/task On-line test Task completed in own time Presentation Examination Usually 2 hr Rubric varies, see past papers

6. School of Computing Assessment - example Coursework: 40% Module marks A1 Spreadsheets and databases Individual coursework task (34%)14 A2 Aspects of hardware WebCT test (33%) 13 A3 Computing practice “Driving Test” (33%) Pass/Fail 13 Examination:60% 60 Require 40 to pass.

7. School of Computing Exercise A student gains 53% for A1 7 out of 10 for A2, and passes A3 What is the lowest mark she must achieve in the examination to pass the module? 0.34 x 53 = 18 0.33 x 70 = 23 0.33 x 100 = 33 = 74 marks from cwk 0.4 x 74 = 30 marks reqd = 40 – 30 = 10 marks reqd from exam = 10/0.6 = 17

8. School of Computing Progression – Operation of Credit Framework To progress to Stage 2 pass non-compensateable modules, i.e. co320 fail no more than 30 credits less than 40 fail no more than 30 credits in 30 – 40 range fail no module with a mark less than 30 Accordingly If 15 or 30 credits failed, module mark must be at least 30 and overall average at least 40, to be compensated Obtain 120 credits with compensation if appropriate If performance: 70+ Pass with distinction 60-69 Pass with Merit appears on transcript.

9. School of Computing Recovery: if module(s) failed Each module has an agreed recovery mechanism Resits – 2 further attempts (at discretion of examination board) Resit examination August and following May – re-examination fee approx £40 per module to a maximum of £120 Resit in August at the discretion of examination board. If more than 50% failed, resits usually following summer. All modules must be passed to progress to next stage – no failed modules can be trailed. Retake failed modules: part-time, pro-rata tuition fees

10. School of Computing Examples Possible situations:

11. School of Computing Concessionary evidence E.g. Suppose a student fell ill during January such that they were unable to work effectively. What should they do? 1.Consult doctor – to determine nature of illness, likely treatment, time to recover. If recovery likely to be more than a week obtain medical certificate. 2.Ensure tutor is informed of likely absence and of any coursework due 3.If well enough, inform module lecturer who set work of incapacity 4.On recovery, obtain letter from doctor indicating you are well enough to return to study. 5.Complete concessionary evidence form, attach documentation and send to CAS Office (computing@kent.ac.uk)formcomputing@kent.ac.uk Forms to be found: http://www.cs.kent.ac.uk/LOCAL-ONLY/Medway/http://www.cs.kent.ac.uk/LOCAL-ONLY/Medway/

12. School of Computing Possible events Events which may well receive concession:  Serious, incapacitating illness – doctor’s note  Close family bereavement – copy of death certificate  Victim of crime – copy of police report  Etc. Some that will not:  Long standing disability, known at start of course – consult DDSS (Disability and Dyslexia Support Service )  Hard disk failure  Car breakdown  Train/plane cancelled  Events that may be considered ‘a fact of life’

13. School of Computing Cautionary Note Deadlines – hard and fast, no negotiation Electronic submission- deadline managed automatically Hard-copy – recorded late Late submission – zero marks Concessionary evidence to be submitted in a timely fashion Plagiarism and collaboration Use of other people’s work, material, etc. without citation – zero marks Work that is essentially the same as another student’s work – zero marks (Do not leave terminals unattended) Commissioned work Vetting software – Turnitin Right of appeal

14. School of Computing 14 Intermission/Withdrawal As a result of unforeseen circumstances (before February), a student might feel unable to continue with their studies. Discuss with academic advisor Complete intermission form to suspend studies, fees and financial support.intermission form Alternatively Complete withdrawal form to terminate registration and financial support.withdrawal form Forms to be found: http://www.cs.kent.ac.uk/LOCAL- ONLY/Medway/http://www.cs.kent.ac.uk/LOCAL- ONLY/Medway/