Online Assessments and Personal Response Systems

The recent showcase on using Online Homework Assessments and the Personal Response System for Developing Student Proficiency was very informative and engaging. Dr. Geller discussed how he uses homework assignments by having students review and prepare for Physics laboratory assignments effectively. Dr. Schreifels discussed how he uses homework and quizzes in the Chemistry and biochemistry discipline to engage students with laboratory assignments. Both Drs. Geller and Schreifels observed that homework assignments provided an effective way for students to engage themselves with the course materials and be better prepared for laboratory sessions. Dr. Ehrlick provided a quick overview of the pros and cons of using a personal response system in his Physics class and felt it was a great way to have student interaction in the classroom and increase classroom attendance. For more details visit: