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VALUE Academy of Professional Development

The Academy offers a range of affordable faculty and professional development focused on using the VALUE approach to assessment in teaching and learning.

The Academy provides the training and tools needed to implement VALUE effectively at your institution.

The VALUE Academy of Professional Development offers an array of affordable professional development opportunities to the higher education community throughout the year, in-person, hybrid, and fully virtual. Offerings include:

  • Free Webinars (~1 hour)
  • Workshops (~4 hours; $299 for members, $450 for non-members);
  • Extended Workshop Series (~6 hours/multiple days; $499 for members, $699 for non-members);
  • VALUE Rubric Calibration Training (TBA October 2025); and
  • Bespoke professional development provided on request (price varies)

VALUE Rubric Calibration Training

We always enhance our professional development offerings; calibration training is no exception. With that in mind, we have paused calibration training to focus on rolling out exciting changes. VALUE Rubric Calibration Training is the signature offering of the VALUE Academy of Professional Development. This self-paced, virtual course takes most participants 4-6 hours to complete. Trainees learn about the VALUE methodology before diving into the specifics of their selected VALUE rubric, with ample practice scoring actual student work samples. For those electing to become "certified" VALUE scorers, successful completion of the course--and additional calibration scoring tasks--results in scorer certification and the opportunity to score for compensation within the VALUE Scoring Collaborative.

Interested in being informed about VALUE Rubric Calibration Training as soon as it reopens in 2026? Complete this brief survey, and we will contact you when there is news: 

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VALUE Workshop Offerings

We offer VALUE workshops at intervals throughout the year. If you're interested in registering, please scroll down to our list of upcoming events or visit AAC&U Events. Not seeing what you want to attend? Not to worry--we add new workshop opportunities throughout the year. 

VALUE Assessment Accelerator

Unlocking the Power of Authentic Assessment

The VALUE Assessment Accelerator is an engaging, hands-on, virtual course designed to empower participants to effectively integrate VALUE rubrics into their assessment practices. Through interactive discussions and practical exercises, you will gain a deep understanding of the entire assessment process when using VALUE rubrics to assess student learning. Are you interested in transforming your assessment strategies for fostering student success and driving continuous improvement within your educational environment? Join us to unlock the potential of VALUE rubrics! 

Hacking the VALUE Rubrics

Tips and Tricks for Making the VALUE Rubrics Work for You, Your Students, and Your Institution

Hacking the VALUE Rubrics is a 4-hour virtual, synchronous workshop focused on how to adapt and modify VALUE rubrics to better fit specific contexts and needs. Whether you're new to the VALUE rubrics or looking to optimize their use on your campus or in your classroom, this hands-on, interactive workshop offers actionable strategies to make the VALUE rubrics work for you. Participants learn practical tips and tricks for customizing and "hacking" the rubrics, emphasizing faculty-led approaches that can be tailored to different institutional contexts and student populations.

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Reach Out About VALUE Training Opportunities

Do you have questions about existing professional development opportunities? Or, are you hoping to arrange for a customized workshop to meet your institution's needs? Get in touch with the VALUE team today. 

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