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Preparing students for hybrid working: The place and case for authentic assessment via synchronous online presentations

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Hughes, Helen Philippa Narelle
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Padgett, Rebecca C.
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Donald, William E.
Industry and Higher Education
Journal · Vol. 39 · Issue 2 · pp. 134-138
Abstract

Today’s students need to be prepared for hybrid working to thrive in the contemporary workplace, and traditional assessment methods need modification to remain fit for purpose. Framing this as our point of departure, we propose that synchronous, online presentations offer an authentic assessment method with significant potential for enhancing student employability. Our essay highlights the benefits of the approach for students, lecturers, and employers while acknowledging the challenges that play out through resistance from universities and students. We conclude with a call for empirical research and stakeholder engagement to facilitate the authentic and impactful deployment of synchronous, online presentations. © The Author(s) 2024.

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Higher education employability ChatGPT Authentic assessment Hybrid workplace socio-digital skills sustainable career

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Leeds University Business School, Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Southampton Business School, Southampton, Hampshire, United Kingdom, Donald Research and Consulting, Oakley, United Kingdom
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