Opgaveudformning

Opgaveudformning refers to the way an assignment or task is designed and communicated to students. It encompasses how the problem is formulated, the expected learning outcomes, the scope and constraints, and the practical requirements for completing the task. The purpose is to translate curricular objectives into a concrete, assessable student product.

Typical components include the problem statement or task description; learning objectives; required structure and format (for example, essay, report, poster, presentation); length or word count; required sources and how to reference them; allowed materials or resources; language and accessibility requirements; group size and collaboration rules; submission method and deadline; and assessment criteria, including a rubric or marking guide.

Process and best practices emphasize clarity and transparency. Effective opgaveudformning provides clear success criteria, examples or templates, and guidance on sources and citation style. It should be feasible within the course timeline and resources and aligned with the course’s assessment scheme. Feedback and revision opportunities, as well as policies on plagiarism, are often specified.

Impact and use: Good design reduces ambiguity, supports academic integrity, and clarifies expectations for students. It also aids teachers in consistent assessment and improves comparability across tasks and cohorts.

Variations exist between disciplines and institutions, but the core aim is to connect learning objectives with student work and evaluation. In Danish education, opgaveudformning is a central element of both formative and summative assessment, applicable from higher education to vocational training.