| |NOVEMBER 202519EUROPEEUROPETECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS THAT DRIVE EDUCATION SECTORexception. Too often, assessment is treated as a compliance exercise for accreditation rather than a tool for improving learning. We are working intentionally to reframe it as a space for experimentation and innovation. Rather than focusing on reports and checkboxes, we ask faculty to test new approaches, reflect on what worked and adapt based on their insights.Through department-level conversations and the support of our new Center for Learning and Instructional Excellence, faculty are encouraged to treat assessment as a laboratory--designing activities and measures that not only align with program learning outcomes but also foster creativity in teaching practice. By positioning assessment as an opportunity to try new ideas, including integrating emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, we are shifting the culture from compliance to curiosity. Our goal is not just to document what students have accomplished, but to discover new ways of engaging them more deeply in their learning.Shaping the Next Era of Teaching and Learning in Higher EducationThe next era of teaching and learning in higher education will be shaped most significantly by artificial intelligence, transforming how courses are designed, how students are engaged and how personalized support is delivered. When applied thoughtfully, AI can reduce barriers to access, provide on-demand feedback and help close equity gaps, provided faculty receive the support needed to integrate it effectively into their teaching.This evolution aligns with the broader shift toward active, authentic and student-centered learning. Today's students expect more than lectures and exams; they seek interactive experiences, real-world applications and opportunities to demonstrate their skills in meaningful ways. To make this transformation possible, centers for teaching and learning and instructional designers will be essential in guiding faculty to experiment with new methods, learn from outcomes and scale what proves effective.Empowering the Next Generation of Education InnovatorsMoving forward, it is not enough to determine whether students are meeting broad objectives; we must look deeper to understand which students are thriving, which are struggling and why. Closing equity gaps requires both self-reflection and the courage to reimagine teaching in ways that make learning accessible to all.Faculty also need support and training to see the potential of digital assessment tools such as e-portfolios, not merely as grading mechanisms but as vehicles for timely, actionable feedback. When used effectively, these tools foster interactive, authentic learning experiences. Instructional designers and early-career educators play a vital role in helping faculty adopt and adapt these approaches, creating lasting impact. By positioning assessment as an opportunity to try new ideas, including integrating emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, we are shifting the culture from compliance to curiosity.
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