CredSpark Ideas & Innovations
Don’t underestimate the importance of a quick check-in during the learning process: and don’t neglect to include self-assessment questions, as well!
A mid-program assessment provides valuable feedback on learners' progress and understanding partway through a course or training.
A mid-program assessment helps identify areas where participants may need additional support or review before the program concludes. By making timely adjustments based on these insights, instructors can improve outcomes and ensure learners stay engaged and on track.
The CredSpark learning team has designed a sample mid-course assessment that takes questions directly from course content. In this case, the course is “Excel Essentials,” and this quick quiz takes just a few minutes to help participants gauge their understanding of topics already covered, as well as reflect on their own confidence and their participation in the course to date.
Excel Essentials: Mid-Course Knowledge Check
The Possibilities
- Early identification of learning gaps: a mid-program assessment helps pinpoint areas where learners may be struggling, allowing instructors to provide targeted support before the program ends.
- Improved learner engagement: Receiving feedback and being involved in their own progress can motivate learners to stay focused and committed.
- Opportunity for course correction: Instructors can use the assessment results to make adjustments to the curriculum or teaching methods, increasing the overall effectiveness of the program.
