Assessing GE Institutional Outcomes Dianna Chiabotti Erik Shearer
Assessing GE & Institutional Outcomes Dianna Chiabotti Erik Shearer S
Some Definitions S
Institutional Learning Outcomes • Expression of the total student learning process and environment at the institution.
Institutional Learning Outcomes • Expression of the total student learning process and environment at the institution. • Captures student learning and experiences both inside and outside of the classroom.
Institutional Learning Outcomes • Expression of the total student learning process and environment at the institution. • Captures student learning and experiences both inside and outside of the classroom. • Apply to students in every program of study—credit, non- credit, community education—regardless of educational goals.
General Education Outcomes • Measure student learning in General Education areas and related courses.
General Education Outcomes • Measure student learning in General Education areas and related courses. • Measure the performance of all students enrolled in AA or AS degree programs or completing a program of transfer, regardless of their major or area of emphasis.
General Education Outcomes • Measure student learning in General Education areas and related courses. • Measure the performance of all students enrolled in AA or AS degree programs or completing a program of transfer, regardless of their major or area of emphasis. • Are directly linked to teaching and learning in the classroom.
Or Are they the same? Should they be the same? What are the Pros / Cons?
What GEOs Capture
What GEOs Capture
What ILOs Capture
What ILOs Capture
Sample Learning Outcome Statement “Effectively use written, spoken, and other forms of communication”
Activity How would your assessment of this outcome statement be similar or different if it were: • A General Education Outcome • An Institutional Learning Outcome Working with your group, come up with an assessment method and some rationale for your approach for each outcome type. Consider the following: Where would the assessment take place? Direct or Indirect? Qualitative vs. Quantitative? Sample Sizes? Who would participate? What data could be collected?
Reports from the Groups S
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