A. University-wide Assessment Policy

B. QUC Assesment Council

• Charge to the council
• Membership with contact numbers
• Meeting agendas
• Minutes of meetings
• Sponsored programs/events

C. Toolkit for Developing Assessment Plans

• Nine Principles of Good Practice in Assessing Student Learning
• Steps in Developing a Program Assessment Plan  
• “Organize Your Thoughts”:  Assessment Plan Worksheet  
• Why care about assessment of student learning? 
• What are the domains of student learning? 
• Determining student learning outcomes
• Writing student learning outcomes for QUC programs
• Formative and summative assessment
• Developing rubrics 
• Using survey methods in student learning outcomes assessment 
• Course-embedded assessment
• Portfolio assessment
• Using multiple measures in student learning outcomes assessment
• What are you already doing that can be used for student learning outcomes assessment? 
• Applied experiences
• Using capstone experiences in student learning outcomes assessment 
• Assessment in graduate programs 
• Bloom's Taxonomy
• Assessment in the Disciplines (Major Areas)
• "We already give grades.  Won't that work?" 

D. Forms & Documents

1. Assessment Plan Form
   • Assessment Plan Expandable Template (You will be asked to save this template immediately.  Save to your desktop, and complete the report.  Then save as a Word document, not a template.)

E. Assessment of Student Learning in Academic Programs
 

• Undergraduate Programs 
  • American Studies
  • Art History
  • Studio Art
  • Design
  • Biochemistry
  • Biology (BA and BS)
  • Business Administration
  • Chemistry
  • Communication
  • Computer Information Systems
  • Foreign Languages
  • Elementary Education
  • English
  • English - Drama
  • Environmental Science
  • French
  • Freshman Writing Program
  • History
  • Human and Community Services
  • Interior Design
  • International Studies
  • Mathematics
  • Music - Instrumental Performance
  • Music Vocal Performance
  • Music
  • Music Therapy
  • Nursing
  • Nursing, Associate Degree
  • Organizational Communication
  • Philosophy - Religion
  • Political Science 
  • Psychology
  • Religion
  • Spanish
• Graduate Programs
  • Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing
  • Master of Business Administration in Professional & Executive Programs
  • Master of Science in Organization Development
  • Master of Science in Nursing
  • Post Baccalaureate Programs
  • Master of Arts in Teaching in Elementary Education
  • Master of Education in Literacy (K-12)
  • Master of School Administration
  • Master of Arts in Communication

F. Assessment of Student Learning in General Education Outcomes

• Annotated List of Websites on General Education Assessment
• Student Learning in General Education Outcomes at Queens University of Charlotte, using Multiple Measures
  • Assessment Plan for General Education
  • Chapter 1:  Active Citizenship - By graduation, students will . .
    • Be able to demonstrate an understanding of the need for social and civic responsibility
    • Have engaged in community services and will be able to explain the impact of Queens' service project 
  • Chapter 2:  Values - By graduation, students will be able to . . .
    • Recognize and analyze ethical issues
    • Articulate character values
    • Demonstrate health and wellness behaviors
    • Demonstrate spiritual awareness
  • Chapter 3:  Communication (writing and speaking) - By graduation, students will be able to . . .
    • Write a well-developed, logical argument essay
    • Write an in-depth analytical paper
    • Write a well-developed research paper using appropriate documentation
    • Deliver an effective oral presentation using appropriate technology
  • Chapter 4:  Thinking (critical, creative, and information literacy) - By graduation, students will be able to . . .
    • Construct and evaluate arguments
    • Understand, interpret and communicate quantitative data results
    • Understand a problem, generate ideas, and plan for solutions
    • Local, organize, evaluate and analyze information through computer applications
  • Chapter 5:  Cultural and Global Knowledge - By graduation, students will . . .
    • Have experienced a variety of artistic expressions and be able to describe and analyze them
    • Demonstrate an understanding of key American issues and their underlying causes and impacts
    • Demonstrate an understanding of key global issues and their underlying causes and impacts
    • Demonstrate an understanding of diverse cultures
  • Chapter 6:  Career Exploration - By graduation, students will . . .
    • Have explored their skills, interests and values in relation to potential career paths/option
    • Be able to prepare an effective resume and cover letter
    • Have participated in an internship experience
    • Have experienced and reflected upon a variety of real world career experiences

G. Assessment of Administrative and Educational Support (AES) Units

• Presentation to AES staff - May 2008 workshops
• Calendar Template - for reporting progress in Administrative Objectives
• AES Assessment Plan Form
• AES Unit Assessments:
  • Administration & Operations
  • Admissions - College of Arts & Sciences
  • Admissions - EMBA/PMBA/MBA, McColl School
  • Admissions - Hayworth College
  • Admissions - McColl School of Business
  • Admissions - Presbyterian School of Nursing
  • Alumni, Donor & Community Relations
  • Athletics
  • Campus Police
  • Campus Services
  • Dean's Office - College of Arts & Sciences
  • Dean's Office - Hayworth College
  • Dean's Office - Presbyterian School of Nursing
  • Center for Academic Success
  • Center for Excellence in Teaching & Learning
  • Graduate Admissions & Student Services
  • Dining Services
  • Office of Disabilities
  • Everett Library
  • Executive Leadership Institute
  • Finance & Business Office
  • Health & Wellness Center
  • Human Resources
  • Information Technology Services
  • Internship & Career Center
  • John Belk International Program
  • Mail/Copy Center
  • Marketing & Community Relations
  • Multicultural Affairs
  • Music Office
  • Registrar's Office
  • Residence Life
  • Student Activities
  • Student Financial Services
  • Student Life
  • Student Store (bookstore)
  • Undergraduate Advising Office
  • University Advancement

H. Assessment of Learning in Co-curricular Activities

I. A Shared Language - Glossary

J. Related Links

• Accreditation and Outcomes Assessment
  • SACS Commission on Colleges
    • Timeline to SACS Reaffirmation
  • Other Regional Accrediting Bodies:
    • North Central Association of Colleges & Schools
    • New England Association of Schools & Colleges
    • Middle States Commission on Higher Education 
    • Western Association of Schools and Colleges 
    • Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities
  • CHEA - Council on Higher Education Accreditation
    • Statement of Mutual Responsibilities for Student Learning Outcomes
    • Regional Accreditation and Student Learning: Principles for Good Practice 
    • CHEA Database of Institutions and Programs Approved by Recognized Accrediting Bodies
•  Outcomes Assessment at Other Institutions (particularly in the U.S. Southeast)
  • Appalachian State University
  • Auburn University
  • Baylor University
  • Brenau University
  • Bucknell University
  • California State University System
  • College of William and Mary
  • Eastern Kentucky University
  • Florida A & M University
  • George Mason University
  • Georgia State University
  • James Madison University
  • North Carolina State University 
  • Northern Kentucky University
  • University of North Carolina at Greensboro 
• Resources on Outcomes Assessment, including Scholarly Works
  • Meta-List of Assessment Resources on the Web
  • Assessment Reading List
  • Assessment Electronic Discussion List
  • AIR (Association for Institutional Research) - Web-based Resources on Assessment
  • NASPA (Student Affairs in Higher Education) - Assessment Consortium