PhD position on automated and alternate assessment in undergraduate mathematics

Thousands of students across many technical programmes are taught mathematics every year at the University of Twente, by teachers based in the Applied Mathematics Department. Assessment of mathematical proficiency is an important part of this process and requires substantial dedication of time and attention. Traditional assessment in the form of closed-book examination has its advantages. However, there exist many forms of alternate assessment, including automated approaches such as digital grading, offering different opportunities and advantages.

FERMAT (Fundamental Educational Research in Mathematics at Twente) is a new research group within the Applied Mathematics department with a mission to engage in practice-led research to benefit the teaching and learning of mathematics. FERMAT has made streamlining assessment one of its core interests.

We seek a PhD candidate who is passionate about mathematics education to engage in a project evaluating the affordances and constraints of different forms of automated and alternative assessment, comparing and contrasting assessment forms across mathematics courses and between courses in mathematics and other disciplines within the faculty and the UT. It is expected that the outcomes of the project will include practical implementation (or plans for implementation) of assessment reform which will have positive impact on teachers’ workloads, while maintaining, or even improving, the quality of assessment.

Are you interested in this position? Please send your application via the 'Apply now' button below before May 22 2024, and include:

• A cover letter (maximum 2 pages A4), emphasizing your specific interest, qualifications, motivations to apply for this position.
• A detailed Curriculum Vitae, including a list of all courses attended and grades obtained.
• Name and email addresses of at least two references who are willing to send a recommendation letter on your behalf.

For more information regarding this position, you are welcome to contact Tracy Craig, via [email protected]

The faculty of Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science (EEMCS) uses mathematics, electronics and computer technology to contribute to the development of Information and Communication Technology (ICT). With ICT present in almost every device and product we use nowadays, we embrace our role as contributors to a broad range of societal activities and as pioneers of tomorrow's digital society. As part of a people-first tech university that aims to shape society, individuals and connections, our faculty works together intensively with industrial partners and researchers in the Netherlands and abroad, and conducts extensive research for external commissioning parties and funders. Our research has a high profile both in the Netherlands and internationally. It has been accommodated in three multidisciplinary UT research institutes: Mesa+ Institute, TechMed Centre and Digital Society Institute.