Participants will broaden their understanding of the continuous quality improvement of student learning through the design of assessment processes, development of measureable learning outcomes, and application of new data collection methods that can be implemented when they return to campus.
This workshop is interactive and those attending will work in small groups applying the concepts learned throughout the day. Participants will receive a workshop booklet containing all slides and reference materials.
Participants leave the workshop able to...
- Identify key elements of a functional assessment plan.
- Clarify the similarities and differences between course and program assessment.
- Put outcomes to work by developing measurable performance criteria.
- Understand different methodologies for objectives and outcomes.
- Develop scoring rubrics to assist in evaluating abstract learning outcomes.
- Understand the pros and cons of various data collection methods.
- Utilize a planning matrix.
- Create clear and concise reports on assessment processes and results.
- Understand the difference between assessing program educational objectives and student learning outcomes.
- Understand the challenge of engaging faculty.
Here is a brief outline of the day:
- Introduction and review of key terminology
- Introduction to the assessment plan cycle as it relates to continuous quality improvement
- Developing measurable performance criteria
- Writing scoring rubrics
- Simplifying curriculum mapping
- Reviewing and selecting data collection tools
- Developing efficient, sustainable processes
- Reviewing a planning matrix
- Reporting results
- Identifying faculty resistance
If you've already developed your program's objectives and outcomes, and you're looking to take the next steps in your assessment plan, this workshop is for you.