Assessing with confidence
Jon Rosewell, The Open University
Confidence-based marking (CBM) is an assessment method which asks the student not only to provide the answer to a question, but also to report their level of confidence (or certainty) in the correctness of their answer. They need to consider this carefully because it affects the marks they are awarded: a student scores full marks for knowing that they know the correct answer, some credit for a tentative correct answer but are penalised if they believe they know the answer but get it wrong. There are several motivations for using CBM: it rewards care and effort so engendering greater engagement, it encourages reflective learning, and it promises accuracy and reliability.
CBM has had niche success in the past in the context of medical training and recently may have a found a new niche in the context of regulatory compliance; these are both areas where assessment of competency and mastery is expected. However, CBM has not been widely adopted in other areas of education.
In this talk I will review the CBM landscape and ask why CBM is not used more widely. What are the benefits claimed and how robust is the evidence? How should CBM be presented to the students? Do they need training to understand how the system works? Is it a fair method of assessment? Does it disadvantage any category of student? How does it fit with ideas around ‘assessment for learning’ and ‘reflective learning’?
Confidence-based marking could offer both the student and teacher greater insight into a student’s understanding than the standard fare of e-assessment, the multiple-choice quiz. It is a technique that we should therefore keep under consideration.
Assessing with confidence
Jon Rosewell, The Open University
Confidence-based marking (CBM) is an assessment method which asks the student not only to provide the answer to a question, but also to report their level of confidence (or certainty) in the correctness of their answer. They need to consider this carefully because it affects the marks they are awarded: a student scores full marks for knowing that they know the correct answer, some credit for a tentative correct answer but are penalised if they believe they know the answer but get it wrong. There are several motivations for using CBM: it rewards care and effort so engendering greater engagement, it encourages reflective learning, and it promises accuracy and reliability.
CBM has had niche success in the past in the context of medical training and recently may have a found a new niche in the context of regulatory compliance; these are both areas where assessment of competency and mastery is expected. However, CBM has not been widely adopted in other areas of education.
In this talk I will review the CBM landscape and ask why CBM is not used more widely. What are the benefits claimed and how robust is the evidence? How should CBM be presented to the students? Do they need training to understand how the system works? Is it a fair method of assessment? Does it disadvantage any category of student? How does it fit with ideas around ‘assessment for learning’ and ‘reflective learning’?
Confidence-based marking could offer both the student and teacher greater insight into a student’s understanding than the standard fare of e-assessment, the multiple-choice quiz. It is a technique that we should therefore keep under consideration.
Etude PwC sur les fusions-acquisitions en France et en Allemagne (mars 2015)PwC France
http://bit.ly/PwC-Fusaq-FR-ALL Dans sa dernière étude sur l’évolution du marché des fusions-acquisitions franco-allemandes, le cabinet d’audit et de conseil PwC révèle qu’en 2014, la France et l’Allemagne ont enregistré le nombre de fusions-acquisitions le plus élevé depuis 2008 et 2010 respectivement, avec 2 019 transactions comptabilisées sur le marché français et 1 601 opérations sur le marché allemand.
Méthodologie
Toutes les transactions (en volume) sont recensées par Zephyr et ont été extraites en février 2015.
Dear Madam/Sir
I have earned an associate Diploma in Information Technology, Certificate in ICT Pro and extensive knowledge of computer programs such as Microsoft Office, spread sheets, desktop publishing and word processing, Power-point, database and access to lectures secretarial diploma in the company. I gained experience performing general clerical work such as answering phones, greeting visitors and filing, business documentation, promoting, replying back emails from working contract with a local company.
I have experience organizing and scheduling conferences and it was my responsibility to inform all participants of the details, so they would be present and prepared for each meeting. I possess excellent research and writing skills needed to prepare reports and other promotional materials used in marketing campaigns. My experience also includes distributing flayers, newsletters and promotional items to potential clients to help increase sales.
I possess strong verbal and writing skills with the ability to work with and provide support to all departments and to work directly with clients to answer any questions or address any concerns they may have. I have the time management and organizational skills to work on multiple tasks with complete efficiency and I always maintain a positive and friendly attitude.
I have presentational, good communication, interpersonal and High I.T Technical Knowledge. I am an enthusiastic, well-organized and self-motivated individual with high level of professionalism. I have the ability to be creative and successful in whatever I do. I have developed and gained leadership skills through managing people at various levels and have acquired the skill and ability to lead people.
For arangements of interview you can contact me on 0790556619/0607974763
2. Jodene is a young, committed, highly motivated individual, whose aimis to use the skills
that she has acquired to be an asset to your organization. She has a strong belief in setting
goals and working extremely hard to achieve the objectives at the highest quality. Her
strengths lay in being able to communicate well with other individuals and she is able to
adapt to them in order to create a well functioning environment. She has a hunger to work,
learn, and gain experience as she aspires to grow with the company in hopes of achieving
each task that is given to her.
Ideally seeking a permanent position with a company that will allow me to develop within
their organization. I am negotiable on salary and will be willing to travel for the right
opportunity.
3. Name : Jodene
Surname : Kistadu
Age : 21
ID Number : 950324 0655 088
Date of Birth : 24-03-24
Gender : Female
Nationality : South African
Marital Status : Single
Religion : Christian
Cell Number : 060 713 9116
Email Address : jodene10@cellc.blackerry.com
Physical Address : 249 Ablet Street, Lotus Gardens
Pretoria West
Criminal Offences : None
Language : English, Afrikaans
Skills : Writing, Listening, Fast learner, Responsible
4. School : Lotus Gardens Secondary School
Grade : Matric (12)
Subjects : English
Afrikaans
Maths Literacy
Life Science
Business Economics
Economics
Year Completed : 2012
Company : United Business Solutions
Occupation : Frontline Receptionist and Meter Reading
Duties : Provide a front line service to the organization, as a Receptionist,
Provide support services to management and employees, such as
Carry out a variety of administrative duties which includes:
Taking messages, preparing filling (etc)
Call clients to get meter readings on their printers.
Duration : 5 Months
5. Company Name : United Business Solutions
Occupation : Directors Personal Assistant
Duties : Handle Directors Diary
Schedule Meeting Appointments
Book flights
Arrange Accommodation
Arrange Transportation
Duration : 5 Months
Reference : Ryan Lumley
Position : Director
Telephone : 011 239 8720
Reference : Candace Miller
Position : General Manager
Telephone : 011 239 8720