Designing assessments that respect diversity, promote equity, and unleash student potential. 

Workshop Overview: 

This session invites educators to rethink traditional assessment models by exploring inclusive practices that accommodate diverse learners. We'll challenge assumptions about fairness, rigor, and academic success—moving toward designs that empower all students. 

In this workshop, you will begin to consider:  

• The principles of inclusive assessment in higher education 

• How to recognize and address systemic barriers within assessment practices 

• Alternatives to standard formats (e.g., exams and essays) that prioritize flexibility and choice 

• Ways to co-create assessment criteria with students to enhance transparency and agency 

Who is it for: 

• Academic staff revisiting course assessment strategies 

• Curriculum designers and learning developers 

• Inclusion advocates and student support professionals 

Why attend: 

• Discover inclusive approaches that boost engagement, confidence, and achievement 

• Align assessment with values of equity, accessibility, and authenticity 

• Leave with practical tools and real examples to adapt your own assessment design