The LDT 715 stands as a cornerstone within the LDT program, serving as a pivotal course that seamlessly integrates theories with practical applications in the realm of online assessment and evaluation. This course is designed to empower learners with the essential capacities needed to navigate the intricacies of designing assessments and evaluations in online environments.

Central to its mission is equipping participants with the requisite knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary for crafting assessments that foster deep learning. This involves not only selecting and developing various technological tools tailored to assessment needs but also adeptly utilizing these tools to provide constructive feedback that facilitates meaningful learning experiences.

Throughout the course, a comprehensive exploration of assessment types is undertaken, encompassing diagnostic, formative, and summative approaches. These diverse assessment modalities are strategically employed to serve distinct purposes: assessment OF learning, assessment FOR learning, and assessment AS learning.

Yet, the pinnacle of achievement is realized when technology is seamlessly integrated into the assessment process, transforming it from a mere administrative task into a dynamic tool that enhances the efficacy of assessment practices. Thus, the course underscores the transformative potential of technology, positioning it as a catalyst for more effective and insightful assessment endeavors.