Simplifying rubric design to improve marker efficiency and reliability in online assessment: An action research study

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Ahern, Tracey;Gooding, Tracey

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This paper reports on the methodology and findings of a course level action research project undertaken to design, trial, and refine a simplified assessment rubric aimed at improving marker experience, enhancing grading efficiency, and strengthening inter-rater reliability. The study outlines key insights gained through the iterative research process and presents the resulting streamlined rubric, which has since been adopted widely across the course.

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STARS Student Success Conference 2026

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Sunshine Coast, QLD, Australia

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Student Success Conference

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Maroochydore, QLD, Australia

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