The present paper attempts to examine the class assessment process through Lean lens. This article presents two case studies to demonstrate the value of Lean philosophy through the technique – Visual Management (VM). Lean philosophy strives to continually improve operational processes by removing any barriers while ensuring interruption-free process flow. In the continuous optimization of process, VM intends to provide the right information to the right people at the right moment to facilitate their decision-making. In light of this perspective, the researchers created three visual devices that were used in performance-based assessments in the skill-based undergraduate elective offered to non-native English speakers, at an Indian technical institute. The case studies highlight students' perceptions of how the visual devices assisted them in receiving essential information in real-time while performing and making impromptu and quick decisions about organizing their speech. Along with organisation skills, they also expressed that using visual devices helped them improve time management skills during time-based evaluatives. Furthermore, the findings indicate that owing to its interruption-free nature, the use of VM was perceived by the students as fair and impartial to all along with staying focused while performing. These results contribute to better understanding of the effective use of Visual Management in academic processes, particularly in utilising it as a catalyst for developing a sound assessment process.

Authors:
Sugandha Bhatnagar, Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani Campus, India
Pushp Lata, Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani Campus, India

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Posted by Clive Staples Lewis

Last updated: 2023-02-23 23:45:00

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