Monthly Archives: July 2026

Developing student self-assessment, reflection and confidence through progressive assessment design

Jon Powell (Assistant Professor in Engineering) What I did  I teach a Foundation Year Engineering module called Mechanics and Properties of Matter, a laboratory-based module that introduces students to experimental work and technical report writing. When I took over the module

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Students Lead Social Change Campaign

Katherine Kruger (Associate Professor in Community Engagement)   What I did  In this Level 4 Leading Social Change module students work collaboratively on a real social change campaign and are assessed on their ability to critically analyse and reflect on their

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New Education at Sussex newsletter

The new Education at Sussex newsletter, provides a way to keep colleagues connected with the latest news, opportunities, events, and inspiring practice from across the University and the wider sector. The newsletter is relevant to anyone at Sussex, whether in a professional

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Faculty Education Dialogue: Assessment of Participation – Possibilities and Challenges

 Assessment of participation remains one of the more complex and contested areas of higher education practice. While universities increasingly emphasise active learning, belonging, and student engagement, questions persist around what participation actually means, how it can be assessed fairly, and

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