A cheat-proof calculus exam?

Abstract: During remote instruction necessitated by the pandemic, many instructors tried to adapt their in-person, timed exams to a remote setting. As we know, this caused a host of issues. In this presentation, we will discuss an assessment technique that I developed to avoid many of the issues referred to above. We will consider an intro calculus assessment that: can be graded in same or less time as traditional written tests; evolves with semester content and student understanding; can be used in remote or in-person classes; moves students beyond rote computation; allows student choice and flexibility; allows for student creativity; and yes, is nearly cheat-prrof. Due to the success of this assessment, I will use it in my traditional in-person classes moving forward. As a group, we will discuss the pros and cons of this assessment technique and brainstorm ways to expand this approach into other courses.

mathematics education

Audience: researchers in the topic

Online Seminar On Undergraduate Mathematics Education

Series comments: Description: Seminar on university-level math education

OLSUME is an online seminar centered on mathematics education at the university level. Talks will cover curriculum, pedagogy, inclusiveness, professional development, blended and flipped classrooms, and other topics of interest.

ZOOM LINK: cornell.zoom.us/j/92415199317 Password: olsume