Classroom assessment is a major source of student stress. Research suggests redesigning assessments around psychological needs may improve well-being.
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Senior Lecturer, School of Curriculum Teaching & Inclusive Education, Monash University
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Professor, Urban and Regional Planning, Toronto Metropolitan University
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Assistant Provost for Teaching and Learning and Executive Director, Center for Engaged Learning, Elon University
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Associate Professor in Education, University of Newcastle
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Senior Lecturer in Student Wellbeing, The University of Melbourne
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College Provost & Vice President for Academic Affairs, Valencia College
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Graduate Researcher and Lecturer/tutor - Master of Education, Student Wellbeing Specialisation (MGSE), Wellbeing Coordinator - Regional secondary school, The University of Melbourne
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Senior Lecturer, School of Curriculum Teaching & Inclusive Education, Monash University
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Associate Professor, Harvard University
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