Access Recording
Cultivating Belonging Through Assessments: Ensuring Every Student Feels Valued
Assessments are a powerful tool not only for measuring student progress but also for fostering a sense of belonging. This session explores how assessment strategies can be designed to ensure every student feels included, valued, and supported in their learning journey. You’ll discover how to use AI to create personalized, accessible assessments and provide feedback that encourages growth and connection. Leave with practical, actionable strategies to build an inclusive environment where assessments reflect the diversity of your students and help them thrive.
Speakers
Dr. Jill Dahlman
Associate Professor of English, California Northstate University
Dr. Jill Dahlman, PhD, is an Assistant Professor at California Northstate University College of Health Sciences, specializing in composition pedagogies and student self-efficacy in the first-year composition classroom. Her research interests include service-learning pedagogies, and the rhetoric of the Cold War era, particularly focusing on protest songs, comic books, and Star Trek. With a dedication to innovative teaching methods and a commitment to fostering student growth, Dr. Dahlman's scholarly pursuits reflect her passion for empowering students and exploring the intersections of composition, rhetoric, and popular culture.
Dr. Scott Cohn
Associate Professor of Psychology, Western Colorado University
Dr. Scott Cohn is an accomplished psychology professor at Western Colorado University, where he leverages Achieve’s adaptive tools to deliver dynamic and engaging learning experiences across in-person, outdoor, and online classes. Beyond teaching, he contributes to the development of high-quality assessment resources, supporting student success and academic excellence.
