How to Use Team-Based Assessments to Enhance Learning in Distance Education

Author: Dr. Hossein Talebzadeh
Faculty Member, Farhangian University
Date: February 24, 2025

Abstract

This article presents a teaching experience during the COVID-19 crisis, where traditional online examinations faced challenges such as cheating and lack of engagement. A new approach was implemented: team-based assessments designed to foster collaborative learning, critical thinking, and digital communication skills. Students were grouped into teams, analyzed scientific articles, and presented their findings through social media-style posts. The results highlighted the benefits of teamwork, process-oriented learning, and digital literacy, while also revealing challenges in time management and adaptation to innovative assessment methods.