Onward in higher education: Business faculty perspectives on authentic assessment

Authors

Farah L. Kashef, University of Northern IowaFollow
Matt Townsley, University of Northern IowaFollow

Abstract

This mixed-method study explored business faculty’s perspectives on drawbacks and benefits associated with authentic assessment at 10 R1 Midwestern universities. In search of solutions, faculty were also asked to provide recommendations in implementing authentic assessment. Quantitative and qualitative findings suggest most business faculty are in favor of assessment strategies that promote higher order thinking and real-world practices. However, ongoing faculty professional development opportunities and reconsidering the assessment culture of higher education are needed to make this important shift towards authentic assessment.

Recommended Citation

Kashef, Farah L. and Townsley, Matt (2023) "Onward in higher education: Business faculty perspectives on authentic assessment," Journal of Research Initiatives: Vol. 7: Iss. 2, Article 8.
Available at: https://digitalcommons.uncfsu.edu/jri/vol7/iss2/8