Layna Groen, Mathematics and Computer Sciences
Most mathematics subjects fairly rigid.
"with tests and assignments there's little choice of tasks or where they want to take their learning, except in Honours."
Students work in groups on a project of their own choosing that applies the principles and skills taught in the subject.
"In general, students are totally responsible for applying the knowledge and skills they have learnt."
Students choose area of study
"This is based on consensus within the group and the lecturer confirms if their choices are appropriate or not and why."
Some degree of flexibility in assessment tasks.
"Not all students are good at a particular aspect, so a rigid assessment would disadvantage certain students because they might have skills in another area."
Degree of flexibility dependant on level of students.
"Honours and Postgraduate students can be given more responsibility."
Encouraging students to be responsible for their own learning. They feel more involved in their learning process from the assessment side.
Developing presentation skills
"one thing we do encourage is for students to be able to present their information, although it's normally a written report, some groups will chose an individual to present their report."
Flexibility allows Lecturer to see strengths and weaknesses of individual students.