Exploring Student Learning and Assessment Conversations

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Delve into the world of student learning outcomes and assessment discussions with a focus on interdisciplinary reinforcement of skills and knowledge. Explore how to assess institutional learning outcomes collectively and embrace the notion of continuous improvement in educational practices. Engage in a reflective journey to enhance overall student learning experiences and outcomes.

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The Take-Away What are they learning?

INTRODUCTION counseling What we do ART 251 admissions & records ENGL 110 language labs wellness MATH 100 transfer services CIS 120 learning center CRER 101

INTRODUCTION What students want

INTRODUCTION what they re experiencing

INTRODUCTION What we want for students

INTRODUCTION the bigger picture Students need interdisciplinary reinforcement of skills, knowledge and abilities clarity, cohesion and thoroughness in their courses of study academic and support services that connect the dots and not just at the program level (i.e., degree or certificate)

INTRODUCTION but - How do we assess whether students are taking away these skills and abilities? How do we assess institutional learning outcomes?

INTRODUCTION we do this together and we have to assess it together.

INTRODUCTION Thanks to John Donne: No man is an Iland, intire of itselfe; every man is a peece of the Continent, a part of the maine .

INTRODUCTION Assessment is at bottom a conversation. - So, let s begin!

INTRODUCTION The assessment conversation: interdisciplinary discussion & enquiry

INTRODUCTION Today s goal: 1. To think about what overall knowledge, skills and abilities students take away with them - to raise questions and concerns 2. To brainstorm ideas for improving and/or assessing what students are learning overall 3. To come away with a thought, idea or reflection for our own practice

REFLECTION (1): What questions do you have about student learning?

REFLECTION (1) Reflection (10 minutes) 1. Brainstorm: What would you like to know about what your students are learning, beyond your classroom or office? Jot down your questions. 2. Write each question down on a post-it (as many as you like) 3. Pin each post-it to the learning outcome board that your question best applies to. (Just use your judgment.)

REFLECTION (1) Questions can be specific -

REFLECTION (1) - or more general Communication Ethical reasoning Independent Learning Quantitative reasoning

GROUP DISCUSSION / SHARE OUT Group discussion 1. Pick the ILO that most interests you, or is most relevant to your work with students. 2. At your table: Go over the board. If possible, organize the questions into related topics. Which do you think are most worth thinking about? 3. Which questions or topics resonate most with you, and why?