The Continuing Professional Development of the Assessment through Research-based Learning in Higher Education of Thailand

Research-based learning is the key for the national research universities of Thailand. The indicator reflects the success of the study in assessing the learning outcomes of students. The development of the lecturers is the most important mechanism in driving. Nowadays the lecturers lacked the knowledge and skills of assessment for learning. Therefore, this study aims to develop the knowledge and skills lecturer's assessment through research-based learning in higher education. The target group were lecturers who teach in higher education from Khon Kaen University of Thailand. This study was a research and development involved the concept of continuing professional development. Research conducted in 3 phases: 1) to inspire one's thought, to accomplish both of knowledge and skill, 2) to focus on changes, and 3) to reflect the changes as well as suggest the guidelines for development. The results showed that the lecturers enhanced their knowledge and skill in assessment and emphasized on assessment for learning rather than assessment of learning. (C) 2014 Elsevier Ltd.