Target Group:

– Educators and instructors teaching in hybrid classroom settings.

– Suitable for those who manage both in-person and remote learners

Duration: 60 min

Number of participants: 10 to 25

Resources and materials:

Access to an online collaborative platform (e.g., Jamboard, Miro, or Padlet) for remote participants.

Printed evaluation method cards (formative assessments, summative assessments, peer review, self-assessment, project-based learning, exams, and assignments) for in-person groups.

Projector for presenting examples and sharing the group’s work.

Internet-connected devices (laptops or tablets) for remote learners.

Objectives and learning goals:

Expected results:

To familiarize participants with different evaluation methods suitable for hybrid classrooms.

To analyze the risks and benefits associated with each evaluation type.

By the end of the activity, participants will be able to identify and discuss multiple evaluation strategies and apply these in hybrid learning contexts.

Participants will be equipped with strategies to address the challenges of evaluation in hybrid classrooms, particularly around fairness, technology access, and engagement.

• Participants gain a comprehensive understanding of various evaluation methods applicable to hybrid classrooms.
• They will collaboratively identify the strengths, weaknesses, and applicability of each evaluation method to different learning environments (in-person and remote).
• Participants will leave with actionable strategies for implementing effective and fair evaluation methods in their hybrid classrooms.

Step to step – HOW TO DO

1.        Introduction (10 minutes):

Begin with a brief presentation on the importance of diverse evaluation methods in hybrid classrooms.

Explain the types of evaluations (e.g., formative, summative, peer/self-assessment, project-based, exams, and assignments), highlighting their benefits and challenges.

2.        Group Division and Assignment (10 minutes):

In-Person Groups: Divide participants into smaller groups and provide each group with printed cards, each representing a different evaluation method.

Remote Groups: Use breakout rooms and assign a digital collaborative space for each group where they can discuss and add their thoughts.

3.        Discussion and Analysis (20 minutes):

Each group discusses their assigned evaluation method, focusing on:

Benefits: How does this method support learning and engagement in hybrid classrooms?

Risks: What challenges might arise, particularly for remote learners or with technology access?

Solutions: How can these challenges be mitigated or addressed?

Groups document their discussion points on their digital boards or write them on large sticky notes for in-person participants.

4.        Group Presentations (15 minutes):

Groups present their evaluation method and findings to the larger group.

Encourage remote groups to screen-share their collaborative board, while in-person groups can use the projector or physical presentation boards.

5.        Debrief and Reflection (5 minutes):

Facilitate a group discussion to reflect on what they learned:

Which evaluation methods seemed most effective for hybrid settings?

How do different methods ensure fairness and inclusivity across in-person and remote settings?