Excellence in Assessment recognition
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Cal State East Bay’s Online Campus is committed to using assessment to improve student learning and support. This story highlights how faculty, programs, and the Online Campus team work together to gather evidence, reflect on results, and make changes that help students succeed in online and hybrid courses.
Focusing on meaningful assessment
Online and hybrid courses at Cal State East Bay are designed with clear learning outcomes and aligned assessments. Faculty and instructional designers collaborate to:
- Clarify course and module-level learning outcomes that students can understand.
- Connect assignments and activities directly to those outcomes.
- Use rubrics and transparent criteria so students know what success looks like.
- Review student work and feedback to identify areas for improvement.
Using assessment results to enhance support
Assessment is not just about grading. Online Campus partners with departments and student support services to turn results into action. Examples include:
- Adjusting course pacing and workload based on patterns in student performance.
- Refining rubrics and assignment instructions for clarity and accessibility.
- Adding resources such as short videos, practice quizzes, or checklists where students struggle.
- Connecting students with tutoring, advising, and accessibility services when additional support is needed.
What this means for students and faculty
For students, strong assessment practices mean clearer expectations, more timely feedback, and courses that are continuously improving. For faculty, it means having data, tools, and partners to support changes that align teaching strategies with student needs.
Learn more and get support
Faculty who are interested in strengthening assessment in online and hybrid courses can connect with Online Campus for consultations and resources.
Questions about assessment in online and hybrid courses? Email online@csueastbay.edu to connect with the Online Campus team.