Thu 19 Feb 2026 18:30 - 19:20 at Meeting Room 100 - Flock 2a

Rapid advances in generative AI have prompted CS educators to reconsider traditional assessment methods. This year, our BoF expands beyond just oral assessment to consider broader alternative approaches such as oral exams, mastery assessment, assignment-specific evaluation, etc., and has expanded as the focus shifts toward measuring authentic proficiency while upholding academic integrity. This Birds of a Feather (BoF) session brings the CS education community together to share experiences, strategies, and concerns surrounding the evolution of assessment. Participation is encouraged from all experience levels, from those who have previously piloted novel alternative assessment methods, to those who are currently experimenting with the feasibility of non-traditional assessment, and especially those who are looking to engage in a conversation about the benefits and challenges of emerging practices. The BoF session will feature multiple modalities and ways for attendees to engage, including small-group discussion on topics such as scalability, academic integrity, oral assessment, and others. The goal of this BoF is to inspire future research (and connect active researchers) on alternative assessment methods, and create a community of practice around assessment in the age of AI. Results of the session will be compiled and shared with the community.

Thu 19 Feb

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18:30 - 19:20
18:30
50m
Talk
Alternative Assessment in the Era of AI
Birds of a Feather
Peter Ohmann College of St. Benedict / St. John's University, Ed Novak Franklin and Marshall College, Scott Reckinger University of Illinois Chicago, Shanon Reckinger University of Illinois at Chicago