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AssessTech: Revolutionizing Education Evaluation with OSU's Advanced Rubric System

Software
Platform
Software as a Service
College
College of Education & Human Ecology
Researchers
Gimbert, Belinda
Washington, Rebecca
Licensing Manager
Dahlman, Jason "Jay"
(614)292-7945
dahlman.3@osu.edu

T2011-172

The Need: In today's rapidly evolving educational landscape, the demand for streamlined assessment tools that efficiently evaluate student performance while providing valuable feedback has never been greater. Educational institutions and instructors seek comprehensive solutions that integrate seamlessly into their existing workflows, offering a reliable means of assessing student progress and facilitating informed instructional decisions.

The Technology: Ohio State University (OSU) has developed a cutting-edge assessment technology comprising meticulously crafted rubrics, encompassing questions, scoring systems, and online infrastructure. This innovative platform provides educators with a robust framework for conducting assessments with precision and efficiency. OSU's collaboration with industry leader LiveText further enhances the technology's potential for widespread adoption in educational settings.

Commercial Applications:

  • Classroom Assessments: Facilitate efficient evaluation of student performance in various academic disciplines.
  • Professional Development: Support educators in assessing their instructional strategies and refining their teaching methodologies.
  • Certification Programs: Provide standardized assessment tools for certifying bodies to evaluate candidates' competencies.

Benefits/Advantages:

  • Streamlined Assessment Process: Saves time and effort for educators by offering pre-designed rubrics and online infrastructure for conducting assessments.
  • Enhanced Feedback Mechanism: Enables instructors to provide timely and constructive feedback to students, fostering continuous improvement.
  • Scalability and Adaptability: Easily scalable to accommodate diverse educational environments and adaptable to evolving assessment needs.
  • Integration Capabilities: Seamlessly integrates with existing educational platforms, enhancing compatibility and usability for educators and administrators.