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VALUE Rubrics (AAC&U)

According to AAC&U, "VALUE (Valid Assessment of Learning in Undergraduate Education) is a campus-based assessment approach....The VALUE rubrics include Inquiry and Analysis, Critical Thinking, Creative Thinking, Written Communication, Oral Communication, Quantitative Literacy, Information Literacy, Reading, Teamwork, Problem Solving, Civic Knowledge and Engagement—Local and Global, Intercultural Knowledge and Competence, Ethical Reasoning and Action, Global Learning, Foundations and Skills for Lifelong Learning, and Integrative Learning."

Grading Exams

The University of Michigan's CRLT has a helpful guide called, "Best Practices for Designing and Grading Exams." Check out their site for helpful tips.