Student success at college is not just achieving high grades The National Forum for Teaching and Learning defines student success as the process by which students fulfil their potential and flourish at college and in society. This is a broader activity than simply achieving high grades. Psychosocial competencies are core to the definition of student success: these are the ‘soft skills’ or ‘non-cognitive skills’ that enable students to cope well with learning challenges, engage deeply in learning, and develop their identities as learners and as active citizens. Transitions are a key issue within this priority area, with transitions such as the move from school to college presenting both challenges and opportunities for students.
About this initiative
Assessment has a significant impact on student learning and success. Assessment for learning emphasises the role of assessment and particularly of feedback in enhancing learning. This initiative will build on previous enhancement initiatives and provide an opportunity for staff and students to focus on feedback, particularly within the context of remote learning and teaching. More specifically it will,
• Create space for staff to discuss feedback and share best practice.
• Enable staff and students to share experiences of ‘what works and why’ in terms of feedback.
• Build awareness, of and capacity in, current thinking and best practice in assessment and feedback.
• Promote student engagement with feedback.
These will be achieved through (i) partnership with students to share experiences of feedback, informing the development of resources to support assessment literacy among students, (ii) professional development opportunities to include a series of masterclasses and a ‘just-in-time’ online training resource for new staff, and (iii) development of a resource or ebook for staff and students to share experiences of ‘what works and why’ and offer practical advice.
Lead organisations
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Initiative details
Funding programmes SATLE
Themes Student Success
Award year
2020Funding amount (€)
7500Contributors
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