Assessment & Feedback in Placement Settings: Challenges & Solutions

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MTU researchers, together with national and international researchers, presented local, national, and global insights into the challenges and opportunities of assessment and feedback in work placement settings.

Benefit of this resource and how to make the best use of it

The resource is intended for those involved in designing new placement modules or redesigning assessment and feedback on existing placement modules. Common pitfalls are identified and a range of solutions are offered.

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Murphy, C. (17/11/2023). Assessment & feedback in placement settings: challenges & solutions. National Resource Hub (Ireland). Retrieved from: https://hub.teachingandlearning.ie/resource/assessment-feedback-in-placement-settings-challenges-solutions/ License: Creative Commons Zero (CC0).

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