Evaluation Guide
In TechLauncher you practice authentic Agile project evaluation processes
Assessment Summary
Assessment spans two semesters. Teams follow 3-week sprints with formative sprint reviews each sprint and summative assessment items due at the end of each semester.
| Task | Submission | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Sprint Grade Case (Sprints 1–3) | Individual, via Canvas | 30% |
| Reflection 1 | Individual, via Canvas | 10% |
| Poster & Pitch | Group (END teams) | 5% |
| Final Deliverable | Group (END teams) | 15% |
| Sprint Grade Case (Sprints 4–6) | Individual, via Canvas | 30% |
| Reflection 2 | Individual, via Canvas | 10% |
Sprint Reviews
At the end of each 3-week sprint, teams conduct a sprint review to demonstrate completed work, gather feedback, and adjust priorities. Teams also conduct a sprint retrospective to reflect on team processes and agree on improvements. Sprint reviews are formative — they are not directly graded, but the evidence you gather during sprints feeds into your Sprint Grade Case.
Sprint reviews are guided by the Sprint Checklist, covering:
- Stakeholder Engagement — regular meetings, updates, action items
- Planning and Organisation — backlog management, estimation, milestones
- Execution and Quality — task management, version control, testing, peer reviews
- Reflection and Improvement — feedback response, retrospectives, process improvement
Sprint Grade Case (30% x2)
At the end of each semester you submit a Sprint Grade Case via Canvas. This is an individual submission where you present evidence from your sprints (1–3 or 4–6) to justify your grade. Due dates:
- Sprints 1–3: Sunday 7 June 2026 (end of S1)
- Sprints 4–6: Sunday 8 November 2026 (end of S2)
Individual Reflection (10% x2)
Each student submits an individual reflection at the end of each semester via Canvas. This covers your learning journey, contributions, and professional development. Due dates:
- Reflection 1: Sunday 7 June 2026 (end of S1)
- Reflection 2: Sunday 8 November 2026 (end of S2)
Poster & Pitch (5%)
END teams present a poster and pitch at the TechLauncher Showcase in Week 12 of their END semester. Poster attendance and presentation is assessed. See the program schedule for date and venue details.
Final Deliverable (15%)
END teams submit their final project deliverable to stakeholders. Due Week 12 of END semester (S2).
Academic Standards
- TechLauncher follows ANU policies around academic standards, late submissions and appeals
- You should submit original work. The ANU takes plagiarism seriously, and submissions that may not be original will be fully investigated in accordance with the Academic Integrity Rule 2021.
Feedback
Feedback and guidance will be given during weekly tutor meetings in The Hive. Your tutor acts as scrum master and provides ongoing support. Sprint review feedback informs planning for subsequent sprints.
Class Summary
Your official Class Summary provides key information about your course, including the teaching schedule and assessment requirements.