Description of Event: 

Grading doesn’t need to be a source of stress, it can be a tool for growth. Learn how to use AI-driven feedback and blended assessment strategies that reduce student anxiety, foster a growth mindset, and enhance learning.

Facilitator: Natalie Kautz, Assistant Director, Faculty Center

Learning Outcomes: By the end of this session, participants will be able to: 

• Identify key principles of growth-focused assessment and their impact on student learning
• Compare traditional, ungrading, and blended grading approaches to evaluate their effectiveness
• Implement AI feedback tools to enhance student engagement and improvement
• Design assessments that promote continuous learning and reduce student anxiety
• Apply strategies for providing constructive, actionable feedback using AI and instructor input
• Develop grading policies that align with a growth mindset and support long-term student development

Enhancing and Supporting Teaching

This session is part of Enhancing and Supporting Teaching, a professional development series. More information.

Skill Level(s): No experience to extensive experience.

Special Requirements: None 

Pre-Event Survey: Before the workshop, please complete the Pre-Event Survey: https://forms.gle/h6Nwqqscvq59qTTy6