Assessments may be multiple choice tests marked by computer, or written assignments whose grading can be 'crowd sourced' by circulating essays to other participants for feedback, discussion and even marking.

To be admitted under the scheme she had to attend a study day at the university, which she found 'very nerve-wracking', and then complete two written assignments.

Students complete the work, on their own, during the summer with written assignments due the first day of the next school year.

Students also have to produce evidence of research in the form of written assignments.

In the training a lot of attention has been focused on the use of active learning strategies such as in-class activities and written assignments.