Innovations in Assessment, Student Experience and Professional Development in Higher Education presents a comprehensive and global study of the latest advancements in Higher Education (HE), featuring contributions from diverse disciplines and international views on innovations in assessment, student experience and professional development.

Critical issues such as how to develop student and staff assessment and feedback literacy, and the use of authentic and formative assessment are discussed. Chapters address quality issues, as well as deliberating the impact of COVID-19 and how it has changed strategies, modes of delivery, and assessment practices, which can be adapted beyond the pandemic. Student experience and the ways in which HE institutions are facilitating students' transitions, progressions, mental health and retention are considered. The book concludes by focusing on the innovative approaches adopted by HE institutions to support the ongoing professional development of staff, which is arguably the cornerstone of innovation.

About the Author

Gladson Chikwa is a Senior Lecturer in Academic Development at Manchester Metropolitan University.

Josephine Deguara is Senior a Lecturer in Early Childhood and Primary Education at the University of Malta.

Edwin Rajah is a Principal Lecturer at Otago Polytechnic (Auckland Campus) where he teaches Innovation & Entrepreneurship, Digital Marketing, and Research Methods.

Yanmin Zhao is Lecturer and a Programme Coordinator for the Doctor of Education course at the Graduate School of the Education University of Hong Kong.

Reviews

In this comprehensive edited volume, the experiences and perspectives of a range of experienced Higher Education (HE) practitioners from across the globe coalesce around the theme of 'innovation'. The book takes a threefold focus on the value of authentic assessment, formative feedback and assessment literacy in developing student agency and independence; relational approaches for enhancing student experience, sense of belonging and ensuring responsiveness in curricula; and, thirdly, the value of compassionate and person-centered professional development for educators. The book is a must read for all HE educators looking for creative inspiration and fresh ideas for building inclusive and empathic HE curricula and practices.

-- Dr Sophie Bessant, Manchester Metropolitan University

This book is a timely contribution to the increasingly complex higher education sector. It presents a well-curated exploration of how innovation in assessment, student support, and professional development can drive meaningful change in teaching and learning. What sets this book apart is its global, practice-informed perspective, drawing on a wide range of institutional and cultural contexts to offer strategies that speak directly to educators, academic developers, and policy-makers alike. Whether through formative feedback, student voice, or professional learning communities, the book offers inspiration and practical ideas for enhancing teaching and learning in sustainable and impactful ways. A must-read for those seeking to rethink and reenergize learning and teaching in higher education.

-- Sheau-Fen (Crystal) Yap, Professor of Marketing, Auckland University of Technology

This volume, Innovations in Assessment, Student Experiences and Professional Development in Higher Education, offers a compelling and timely collection of global perspectives that speak to the evolving landscape of higher education. The chapters are rich in practice-based insights, critical reflections, and innovative approaches that will inspire educators, researchers, and policy-makers alike. A valuable contribution to ongoing conversations about assessment, student engagement, and professional growth in diverse academic contexts.

-- Professor Colin Calleja, Dean Faculty of Education, University of Malta



Book Information
ISBN 9781835499597
Author Gladson Chikwa
Format Hardback
Page Count 288
Imprint Emerald Publishing Limited
Publisher Emerald Publishing Limited
Dimensions(mm) 229mm * 152mm * 20mm