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David Baidoo-Anu, Ph.D. (Education),brings vast professional experience as a researcher, educator, and assessment specialist, particularly within the contexts of North America (especially Canada and the USA) and Africa. He has previously taught courses such as Educational Statistics, Educational Assessment, Educational Research Methods, Evaluation of Teaching and Learning, Psychological Foundations of Education, and several other educational courses. Dr. Baidoo-Anu has also worked as an educational and assessment specialist and consultant with international organizations such as the World Bank, Educational Testing Services (ETS), and others.
March 11, 2025

Understanding Multiple Choice Test Item Analysis Report from DataLink

Reading Time: 7 minutesAs faculty members, we all strive to create fair, effective, and meaningful assessments. But once a test is administered and the results are in, we’re often left wondering: Did my test truly measure student learning as I intended? If you’ve ever opened your test item analysis report from DataLink and felt overwhelmed by the numbers, statistics, and unfamiliar terms, you’re...
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January 29, 2025

Assessments with Purpose: Leveraging Test Blueprints to Organize Question Libraries and Optimize Question Pool Selection

Reading Time: 5 minutesAs educators, we all know how challenging it can be to design or select assessment questions for our courses. Whether it’s for quizzes, mid-terms, or final exams, deciding what content to include, how to format questions, and ensuring alignment with learning outcomes—while also maintaining equity—can feel overwhelming. If this resonates with you, you’re not alone. Research shows that many faculty...
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November 20, 2024

Fostering Positive Conceptions of Assessment Among Students

Reading Time: 8 minutesThe way students perceive assessments can significantly influence their engagement and overall experience in your course (Barnes et al, 2017). For many, assessments are seen as judgments of their worth rather than opportunities to improve their learning (Baidoo-Anu, 2023; Brown & Hirschfeld, 2008). How often have you observed students becoming disengaged or unmotivated as assessments approach? Now, imagine the possibility...
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October 9, 2024

Understanding your Students’ Conceptions of Assessment for a Better Learning Experience

Reading Time: 7 minutesHave you ever noticed that some students approach assessments with excitement and curiosity, while others seem overwhelmed with anxiety or disengaged? The way students perceive assessments significantly influences their experiences and learning, shaping how they engage with your course. By understanding the various student conceptions of assessment, you can better tailor your assessment strategies and support structures to meet diverse...
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July 31, 2024

Why Using Generative Artificial Intelligence Models for Grading High-Stakes Assessments is Problematic

Reading Time: 5 minutesGenerative artificial intelligence has undoubtedly proven to be a useful tool in education, especially in supporting teachers and students in the teaching and learning process (Baidoo-Anu & Owusu Ansah, 2023). Recognizing the valuable role of GenAI in enhancing learning, many educational institutions, including Conestoga College, have started exploring ways to ensure safe, responsible and ethical use of GenAI in promoting...
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June 5, 2024

Designing and Implementing Socio-Culturally Responsive and Equitable Classroom Assessments 

Reading Time: 5 minutesThis post was co-authored by Dr. David Baidoo-Anu and Dr. Monsurat Raji, Assessment of Learning Consultants. Given the increased diversities in our classrooms today, student assessment should recognize and value the unique perspectives and experiences of all students and help them demonstrate their learning in a more meaningful way. Therefore, instead of accommodating assessment to meet the specific needs of...
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February 6, 2024

Peer Feedback: Grading Tool vs. Assessment Tool  

Reading Time: 3 minutesPeer feedback is a powerful classroom assessment tool that you can leverage to support students’ learning (Patchan et al, 2015; Yu & Schunn, 2023). Particularly if your goal is to shift towards a more student-centered teaching approach. Are you interested in learning more about peer feedback? Consider reading these Faculty Learning Hub posts:  Post 1: Planning and Facilitating Effective Peer...
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January 30, 2024

Leveraging Peer Feedback as a Learning Tool

Reading Time: 4 minutesPeer feedback or review refers to a process where students review and make judgements about the work of their peers (Nicole et al., 2014). During peer feedback or review activities, students have the opportunity to both give and receive feedback on work in progress. Peer feedback can be a valuable classroom assessment strategy if you are aiming to integrate more...
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