Innovative Assessment Strategies for Educators

This post is provided by guest blogger, Leah Koncir, graduate student University of St. Francis, MS

The article “61 Effective Assessment Strategies for Teachers to Use” from Indeed.com provides a comprehensive list of assessment methods designed to develop student learning and engagement. These strategies range from traditional methods like quizzes and polls to more interactive approaches such as interviews, reflective writing, and entry and exit questions. Each technique is tailored to assess different aspects of student comprehension and progress, providing educators with versatile tools to gauge learning outcomes effectively.

Indeed.com is a reputable platform know primarily for job listings and career advice, but it also provides valuable resources for educators. The article is well-structured, offering practical assessment strategies that teachers can readily implement. However, it lacks in-depth discussion on the theoretical foundations of these methods and does not provide realistic evidence of their effectiveness. Educators seeking to diversify their assessment techniques and improve student engagement would find this resource particularly useful.

Reference: Indeed, Editorial Team. (2025,March 8). 61 effective assessment strategies for teachers to use. https://www.Indeed.com/career-advice/career-development/assessment-strategies

Effective eLearning Instructional Design

This post is provided by guest blogger, Leah Koncir, graduate student University of St. Francis, MS

In “Effective eLearning Instructional Design: Strategies to Maximize Engagement and Retention,” Jack Edwards (2023) outlines key strategies for creating engaging and effective online learning experiences. These strategies include understanding learner needs, setting clear objectives, utilizing interactive content, promoting engagement through activities, providing timely feedback, ensuring accessibility, assessing outcomes, and iteratively improving the course. By implementing these approaches, instructional designers can enhance learner engagement and knowledge retention in eLearning environments.

The article is published on eLearning Industry, a reputable platform known for its focus online learning and instructional design. The strategies discussed are practical and align with current best practices in the field, making this resource valuable for instructional designers, educators, and eLearning professional seeking to enhance their course their design delivery.

Category: Instructional Design/Program Development

Reference:

Edward, J (2023, August 30). Effective eLearning instructional design: Strategies to maximize engagement and retention. eLearning Industry. https://elearningindustry.com/effective-elearning-instructional-design-strategies-to-maximize-engagment-and-retention

Revolutionizing Autonomous Medical Imaging

This post is provided by guest blogger, Leah Koncir, graduate student at the University of St. Francis in Joliet, M.S. in Health Administration

NVIDIA (2025) and GE HealthCare announced a partnership to advance autonomous diagnostic imaging using AI. This collaboration aims to develop autonomous ultrasound and x-ray technologies that can independently capture and analyze medical images without human intervention. By integrating NVIDIA’s AI computing platforms with GE HealthCare’s imaging devices, the collaboration seeks to enhance diagnostic accuracy and efficiency, potentially transforming medical imaging practices.

The information comes from press release by NVIDIA (2025), a reputable source in AI technology, indicating high reliability. The collaboration’s success depends on rigorous clinical validation to ensure safety and efficacy. If successful, this initiative could streamline workflows and improve patient outcomes.

Category: E-Learning, Education Technology, Artificial Intelligence

Reference:

NVIDIA. (2025, March 18). NVIDIA and GE HealthCare collaborate to advance the development of autonomous diagnostic imaging with physical AI. NVIDIA New. http://nvidianews.com/news/nvidia-and-ge-healthcare-collaborate-to-advance-the-development-of-autonomous-diagnostic-imagng-with-physical-ai [nvidianew.nvidia.com]