Closing the Loop: Closing the Loop:

The Assessment Process from Outcomes The Assessment Process from Outcomes to Academic Excellence, Budgetary to Academic Excellence, Budgetary

Competence and Community Engagement Competence and Community Engagement

JANUS VIEW of Assessment JANUS VIEW of Assessment at COAat COA

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COA MissionCOA Mission

MissionWe are a diverse, supportive, empowering

learning community for seekers of knowledge.

We are committed to providing a creative, ethical and inclusive environment in which students develop their abilities as thinkers, workers and citizensof the world.

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COA Goals and ABCsCOA Goals and ABCs

A.Academic Excellence

B.Budgetary Competence

C.Community Engagement

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Institutional Learning OutcomesInstitutional Learning Outcomes2011-20132011-2013

Solve problems and make decisions in life and work using critical thinking, quantitative reasoning, community resources, and civic engagement.

Use technology and written and oral communication to discover, develop, and relate critical ideas in multiple environments.

Exhibit aesthetic reflection to promote, participate and contribute to human development, expression, creativity, and curiosity.

Engage in respectful interpersonal communications, acknowledging ideas and values of diverse individuals that represent different ethnic, racial, cultural, and gender expressions.

Accept personal, civic, social and environmental responsibility in order to become a productive local and global community member.

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ACCJC RequirementsACCJC RequirementsStudent Learning OutcomesStudent Learning Outcomes

In addition, the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges (ACCJC) has clearly stated its expectation that colleges be at the “Proficiency" level for Student Learning Outcomes on a rubric that the ACCJC has provided.

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CLOSING THE ASSESSMENT LOOP: THE ASSESSMENT CLOSING THE ASSESSMENT LOOP: THE ASSESSMENT PROCESS FROM OUTCOMES TO QUALITY IMPROVEMENTPROCESS FROM OUTCOMES TO QUALITY IMPROVEMENT

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James O. Nichols and Karen W. Nichols: A ROAD MAP FOR IMPROVEMENT OF STUDENT LEARNING AND SUPPORT SERVICES THROUGH ASSESSMENT

SLOA Proficiency Level SLOA Proficiency Level Fall 2012Fall 2012

ACCJC expects colleges to be at the "Proficiency" level for student learning outcomes (SLOs) and assessment by Fall 2012.

How does "Proficiency” look according to the ACCJC Rubric?

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  Has your discipline / our college Has your discipline / our college achieved the Proficiency level?achieved the Proficiency level?

Are student learning outcomes on your syllabi?

Are program outcomes in the catalogue or its addendum, and on the college web site?

Are your assignments and coursework directly related to the course outcomes?

Do you evaluate yourself at the end of the semester to determine what you will do differently or better next semester?

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Proficiency Rubric for SLOsProficiency Rubric for SLOs

The Revised ACCJC Rubric covers 7 essential areas

Outcomes and authentic assessment Widespread institutional dialogue Integrated decision-making Resources allocation Reporting Alignment Student awareness

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Has your discipline/our Has your discipline/our college achieved the college achieved the Proficiency level?Proficiency level? Are SLOs for courses aligned with degree/certificate student

learning outcomes?

Are SLOs and Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs) aligned/mapped to the Institutional Learning Outcomes (ILOs)?

 Does the college have a system or method for reviewing course syllabi to ensure that outcomes are included?

 Do your syllabi or course web sites (including MOODLE shells) include information about support services that can facilitate student learning?

Do your syllabi or course web sites (including MOODLE shells) address services available for students with diverse learning styles?

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Assessment DimensionsAssessment Dimensions

Three dimensions with different areas of focus:

Instituional assessment (ILOs)

Curricular and program assessment (PLOs)

Course and learner-centered assessments (SLOs)

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Learner Centered AssessmentLearner Centered Assessment

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A Holistic Approach to AssessmentA Holistic Approach to AssessmentDevelop comprehensive and measurable outcomes in

teaching, learning, and services through an approach that is easy to understand and practical to implement

Measure and support student learning and services

Link annual administrative and academic planning to our mission and strategic goals

Build a culture of continuous improvement

Align efforts in assessment between the District office and each college

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ReferencesReferences

Angelo, T. (1995) Defining (and Re-assessing) Assessment: A Second Try, AAHE Bulletin no. 48.

Angelo, T., and Cross, P. (1993). Classroom Assessment Techniques A Handbook for College Teachers. San Francisco: Jossey-Bass.

Austin, at al. AAHE's 9 Principles of Good Practice for Assessing Student Learning

http://www.apa.org/ed/governance/bea/assess.aspx#student-learning

Assessing Student Learning in Community Colleges, Janet Fulks (an online workbook). The direct URL is:

http://online.bakersfieldcollege.edu/courseassessment/

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References, References, continuedcontinued

Assessment Clear and Simple: A Practical Guide for Institutions, Departments, and General Education, Barbara E. Walvoord, Jossey-Bass, 2004.

Assessing Student Learning: A Common Sense Guide, Linda Suskie, Anker, 2004.

Assessing Academic Programs in Higher Education, Mary J. Allen, Anker, 2004.

Bloom, B. S. (Ed.) Taxonomy of Educational Objectives: The Classification of Educational Goals. Handbook I: Cognitive Domain. White Plains, NY: Longman, 1956.

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References, References, concludedconcluded

Gronlund, N. E. Measurement and Evaluation in Teaching. 4th ed. New York: Macmillan, 1981.

Effective Grading: A Tool for Learning and Assessment, Barbara E. Walvoord and Virginia Johnson Anderson, Jossey-Bass, 1998.

Introduction to Rubrics: An Assessment Tool to Save Grading Time, Convey Effective Feedback, and Promote Student Learning, Danelle D. Stevens, Stylus, 2005.

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