PERCEPTIONS OF FAIRNESS IN ASSESSMENT: STUDENT EXPERIENCES AT UNIVERSITY OF MUHAMMADIYAH MALANG

The aim of this study was to find out how students perceive fairness in assessments and what factors influence these judgments. The study included 22 people from the academic years 2022 and 2021 at University of Muhammadiyah Malang. This study used a narrative study design. Data was collected in two ways: through questionnaires and interviews. 18 persons completed the questionnaire, and 4 people were interviewed. This study demonstrated that many students persist in believing that the lecturer's assessment of group assignments is unfair, despite the fact that it meets the requirements of clarity, transparency, and consistency in assessment. The factors leading to this are unclear feedback from lecturers, how lecturers approach students, and how lecturers approach the assessment process. However, students' perceptions of individual evaluations and exam tests are still quite positive, despite some who believe differently. Finally, it is essential that lecturers can perform fair assessments based on the elements and standards listed above in order to foster a conducive and positive academic environment.