Assessment

Assessment

Program Learning Outcomes Assessment

The PLO Assessment Process is one of the three components of Integrated Review of Academic Programs (IRAP). PLO review and assessment takes place every three years and includes:

  • Creating or revising program learning outcomes for every degree program (or major)
  • Mapping programs to curricular and co-curricular experiences from introduction through mastery
  • Following a department assessment plan to review PLOs
  • Conferring as a program regarding PLO assessment results against department standards for mastery
  • Revising curriculum and/or assessment process in light of PLO Assessment results

Program Assessment Report Timeline for Departments

SEE BELOW FOR WORKFLOW FOR EACH YEAR’S REPORTING SCHEDULE:

August – September

Departments with reports due are notified.

September – February

Prep meetings, consultations, and workshops held for department Representatives.

February – April

Peer review team will be recruited and trained

May 1st

Program Assessment Reports due in the month of April, by May 1st

May – June

Review Period*

June – August

Feedback assembled and provided to departments*

August – September

Departments discuss feedback and next steps.

October 1st

Departments submit a brief follow up report of the discussion and summary of actions to be taken.

October 15th

PARs and follow-up reports posted to the website; summary reports shared with dean, provost, and other administration /governance as appropriate.

* Denotes administrative duties handled by the Office of the Vice Provost for Academic Planning or Institutional Research.

Updated: 8/25/17