COLLEGE OF EDUCATION – CLEVELAND STATE UNIVERSITY ASSESSMENT OF STUDENT ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT North Central Association of Colleges and Schools PROGRESS REPORT NO. 6 Contents B.S. Ed. (Teacher Education) . . 1 B.S. Ed. (Physical Education: Allied Sport Professions) . . 6 M.Ed. (Curriculum and Instruction) . . . . . 8 M.Ed. (Administration) . . . . . . . 12 M.Ed. (Supervision) . . . . . . 13 . . . . 14 M.Ed. (Counseling: School and Community Agency) . . 15 M.Ed. (Community Health) . . . . . . 16 M.Ed. (Exercise Science ) . . . . . . 18 M.Ed. (Sports Management) . . . . . . 20 Ph.D. (Urban Education) . . . . . . . 22 . . . . M.Ed. (Adult Learning and Development) . October 8, 2002 1 NORTH CENTRAL ASSOCIATION STUDENT ASSESSMENT PLAN College of Education Status Report #6 Program: Teacher Education (B.S. Ed.—All Teaching License Programs) PROGRAM OUTCOME Articulates a personal philosophy of teaching and learning that is grounded in theory and practice ASSESSMENT Self-assessment as reported on Exit Surveys ASSESSMENT OUTCOME Mean score for item 1 on survey is at least 2.75 on a scale of 0 (low) to 4 (high) Understands content, disciplinary concepts, and tools of inquiry related to the development of an educated person RESULTS ACTIONS TAKEN TOWARD PROGRAM/STUDENTS Information reported to all college faculty 97 Exit Survey Mean = 2.27 12 Score on Praxis II Principles of At least 90% of license 16 Learning and Teaching candidates achieve passing score 8 examination 100% of HPERD No action required student portfolios self evaluated as satisfactory 90% achieved passing Faculty continue to add case score study analysis to exams and to make sure relevant content is covered; Praxis II review sessions implemented; Praxis review booklet designed & made available to students Self-assessment as reported on Exit Surveys Mean score for item 2 on survey 97 is at least 2.75 on a scale of 0 (low) to 4 (high) Mean score for item 1 on Student 32 Teaching Evaluation Instrument is 5 at least 3.5 on a scale of 1 (low) to 4 (high) Exit Survey Mean = 2.37 Score on Praxis II Specialty examinations At least 90% of license 34 candidates achieve passing score 0 89% achieved passing Information conveyed to all score appropriate faculty; revisions in A&S math and social studies course work made; specialty area faculty in C. of Ed. made efforts to make sure relevant content is covered Self-assessment as reported on Exit Surveys Mean score for item 3 on survey is at least 2.75 on a scale of 0 (low) to 4 (high) Exit Survey Mean = 2.15 (selected programs) Self At least 95% of students judge evaluation of final Professional Professional Portfolio as Portfolio satisfactory Possesses knowledge and understanding of the social, political, and economic factors that influence education and shape the world in which we live N Cooperating Teacher and Supervising Teacher evaluation of knowledge of subject matter demonstrated during Student Teaching 97 Item 1 mean = 3.74 Information reported to faculty teaching social foundations course; adjustments made No action required Information reported to Chairpersons of appropriate Arts & Sciences Departments 2 PROGRAM OUTCOME Understands how individuals learn and develop, and that students enter the learning setting with prior experiences that give meaning to the construction of new knowledge Understands how individuals differ in their backgrounds and approaches to learning and incorporates and accounts for such diversity in teaching and learning ASSESSMENT Cooperating Teacher and Supervising Teacher evaluation of lesson and unit plans during student teaching N Mean score for item 1 on Student 32 Teaching Evaluation Instrument is 5 at least 3.5 on a scale of 1 (low) to 4 (high) RESULTS Item 1 mean 3.74 ACTIONS TAKEN TOWARD PROGRAM/STUDENTS No action required Score on Praxis II Principles of At least 95% of license 16 Learning and Teaching candidates achieve passing score 8 examination 90% achieved passing Faculty continue to add case score study analysis to exams and to make sure relevant content is covered; Praxis II review sessions implemented; Praxis review booklet designed & made available to students Self-assessment as reported on Exit Surveys Mean score for item 4 on survey is at least 2.75 on a scale of 0 (low) to 4 (high) Mean score for items 2 and 4 on Student Teaching Evaluation Instrument is at least 3.5 on a scale of 1 (low) to 4 (high) 97 Exit Survey Mean = 2.36 32 5 Item 2 mean = 3.67; Item 4 mean = 3.83 Mean score for item 5 on survey is at least 2.75 on a scale of 0 (low) to 4 (high) 97 Exit Survey Mean = 2.48 Information reported to all college faculty (selected programs) Self At least 95% of students judge evaluation of final Professional Professional Portfolio as Portfolio satisfactory 12 No action required Cooperating Teacher and Supervising Teacher evaluation of teaching behavior during student teaching Mean score for items 2, 4, and 5 on Student Teaching Evaluation Instrument is at least 3.5 on a scale of 1 (low) to 4 (high) 32 5 100% of HPERD student portfolios self evaluated as satisfactory Item 2 mean = 3.67; Item 4 mean = 3.83; Item 5 mean = 3.60 Self-assessment as reported on Exit Surveys Mean score for item 6 on survey is at least 2.75 on a scale of 0 (low) to 4 (high) 97 Exit Survey Mean = 2.42 Information reported to all college faculty; discussions are ongoing. Cooperating Teacher and Supervising Teacher evaluation of teaching behavior during student teaching Self-assessment as reported on Exit Surveys Uses an understanding of individual and group motivation to promote positive interaction, active engagement in learning, and self-motivation ASSESSMENT OUTCOME Informtion reported to faculty teaching psychological foundations course No action required No action required 3 PROGRAM OUTCOME Uses knowledge of effective verbal, nonverbal, and media communication techniques to foster inquiry, collaboration, and engagement in learning environments Plans and implements a variety of developmentally appropriate instructional strategies to develop performance skills, critical thinking, and problem solving, as well as to foster social, emotional, creative, and physical development ASSESSMENT ASSESSMENT OUTCOME N RESULTS ACTIONS TAKEN TOWARD PROGRAM/STUDENTS No action required Cooperating Teacher and Supervising Teacher evaluation of teaching behavior during student teaching Mean score for items 2, 4, and 5 on Student Teaching Evaluation Instrument is at least 3.5 on a scale of 1 (low) to 4 (high) 32 5 Item 2 mean = 3.67; Item 4 mean = 3.83; Item 5 mean = 3.60 Self-assessment as reported on Exit Surveys Mean score for item 7 on survey is at least 2.75 on a scale of 0 (low) to 4 (high) 97 Exit Survey Mean = 2.23 Information reported to faculty teaching professional courses; discussions are ongoing. Cooperating Teacher and Supervising Teacher evaluation of teaching behavior during student teaching Mean score for items 1 and 3 on Student Teaching Evaluation Instrument is at least 3.5 on a scale of 1 (low) to 4 (high) 32 5 Item 1 mean = 3.74; Item 3 mean = 3.72 No action required Supervising Teacher At least 90% of lesson and unit evaluation of lesson and unit plans judged satisfactory plans during Student Teaching 32 5 Over 90% judged as satisfactory No action required Self-assessment as reported on Exit Surveys 97 Exit Survey Mean = 2.19 Information reported to all college faculty; discussions are ongoing. (selected programs) Self At least 95% of students judge evaluation of final Professional Professional Portfolio as Portfolio satisfactory 12 100% of HPERD student portfolios self evaluated as satisfactory No action required (selected programs) Faculty At least 90% of Professional evaluation of final Professional Portfolios judged as satisfactory Portfolio 12 100% of HPERD student portfolios evaluated as satisfactory No action required Mean score for item 8 on survey is at least 2.75 on a scale of 0 (low) to 4 (high) 4 PROGRAM OUTCOME Understands, selects, and uses a range of assessment strategies to foster physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development of learners and give accounts of students’ learning to the outside world Understands and uses up-todate technology to enhance the learning environment across the full range of learner needs ASSESSMENT ASSESSMENT OUTCOME N RESULTS ACTIONS TAKEN TOWARD PROGRAM/STUDENTS No action required Cooperating Teacher and Supervising Teacher evaluation of teaching behavior during student teaching Mean score for item 1 on Student 32 Teaching Evaluation Instrument is 5 at least 3.5 on a scale of 1 (low) to 4 (high) Item 1 mean = 3.74 Self-assessment as reported on Exit Surveys Mean score for item 9 on survey is at least 2.75 on a scale of 0 (low) to 4 (high) 97 Exit Survey Mean = 2.09 Information reported to faculty teaching professional courses; discussions are ongoing. (selected programs) Self At least 95% of students judge evaluation of final Professional Professional Portfolio as Portfolio satisfactory 12 100% of HPERD student portfolios self evaluated as satisfactory No action required (selected programs) Faculty At least 90% of Professional evaluation of final Professional Portfolios judged as satisfactory Portfolio 12 100% of HPERD student portfolios evaluated as satisfactory No action required Cooperating Teacher and Supervising Teacher evaluation of teaching behavior during student teaching Mean score for item 3 on Student 32 Teaching Evaluation Instrument is 5 at least 3.5 on a scale of 1 (low) to 4 (high) Item 3 mean = 3.72 No action required Self-assessment as reported on Exit Surveys Mean score for item 10 on survey is at least 2.75 on a scale of 0 (low) to 4 (high) 97 Exit Survey Mean = 2.18 Information reported to all college faculty; discussions are ongoing. 12 100% of HPERD student portfolios evaluated as satisfactory No action required (selected programs) Faculty At least 90% of Professional evaluation of final Professional Portfolios judged as satisfactory Portfolio 5 PROGRAM OUTCOME Is a reflective practitioner who evaluates his/her interactions with others (e.g., learners, parents/guardians, colleagues, professionals in the community) and seeks opportunities to grow professionally ASSESSMENT Supervising Teacher evaluation of reflective journals and lesson selfevaluations during student teaching N RESULTS ACTIONS TAKEN TOWARD PROGRAM/STUDENTS At least 90% of journals and selfevaluations judged satisfactory Not implemented Mean score for item 7 on Student 32 Teaching Evaluation Instrument is 5 at least 3.5 on a scale of 1 (low) to 4 (high) Item 7 mean = 3.86 No action required Mean score for items 11 and 12 on survey is at least 2.75 on a scale of 0 (low) to 4 (high) 97 Exit Survey mean for item 11 = 2.47, for item 12 = 2.45 Information reported to all college faculty; discussions are ongoing Cooperating Teacher and Supervising Teacher evaluation of teaching behavior during student teaching Mean score for items 6 and 7 on Student Teaching Evaluation Instrument is at least 3.5 on a scale of 1 (low) to 4 (high) 32 5 Item 6 mean = 3.80; Item 7 mean = 3.86 No action required Self-assessment as reported on Exit Surveys Mean score for item 13 on survey is at least 2.75 on a scale of 0 (low) to 4 (high) 97 Exit Survey Mean = 2.28 Information reported to all college faculty; discussions are ongoing Cooperating Teacher and Supervising Teacher evaluation of teaching behavior during student teaching Self-assessment as reported on Exit Surveys Fosters relationships with colleagues, parents/guardians, community agencies, and colleges/universities to support students’ growth and wellbeing ASSESSMENT OUTCOME 6 NORTH CENTRAL ASSOCIATION STUDENT ASSESSMENT PLAN College of Education Status Report #6 Program: Undergraduate Physical Education: Allied Sport Professions PROGRAM OUTCOME (1) Graduates will understand and be able to apply the basic concepts of physiology, biomechanics, kinesiology, and sport psychology. (2) Graduates will synthesize the relationships among anatomical, physiological, mechanical, and socialenvironmental factors and their effects on form and proficiency of movement. (3) Graduates will understand and be able to apply the basic concepts found in marketing, accounting, economics, management, and labor relations. (4) Graduates will be able to identify principles of planning and organizing applied in the formation of exercise and sport programs in community and commercial settings. (5) Graduates will be able to plan for, program for, and maintain facilities and equipment. (6) Graduates will be able to research, plan, and promote a product or process. ASSESSMENT OUTCOME (1a) 90% or more will have a rating of at least 3 out of 4 on item 3 of internship evaluation instrument. (2a) 90% or more will have an average rating of at least 3 out of 4 on assessment of written movement analysis included in portfolio. (3a) 90% or more will have a rating of at least 3 out of 4 on items 3 and 4 of internship evaluation instrument. (4a) 90% or more will have an average rating of at least 3 out of 4 on assessment of program plan included in portfolio. (5a) 90% or more will have a rating of at least 3 out of 4 on items 1, 2, 3, and 4 of internship evaluation instrument. (6a) 90% or more will have an average rating of at least 3 out of 4 on assessment of marketing plan included in portfolio. N RESULTS 12 100% met criterion (mean = 3.42) ACTIONS TAKEN TOWARD PROGRAM/STUDENTS No action required. Implementation of portfolio system was delayed until Fall 2000; results will be available in next report 12 100% met criterion (mean = 3.37) No action required. Implementation of portfolio system was delayed until Fall 2000; results will be available in next report. 12 100% met criterion (mean = 3.44) Implementation of portfolio system was delayed until Fall 2000; results will be available in next report. No action required. 7 PROGRAM OUTCOME (7) Graduates will understand and be able to apply appropriate legal principles relating to tort, contracts, select constitutional rights, labor relations, and risk management. (8) Graduates will understand structures and policies governing amateur and professional sport. (9) Graduates will know how to hire, manage, evaluate, and terminate employees. (10) Graduates will understand participant and spectator audiences and be able to meet the needs of each audience. (11) Graduates will communicate values and attitudes concerning movement, health, and leisure and how they relate to professional goals. (12) Graduates will determine strengths and weaknesses of personal behavior and affect change accordingly. ASSESSMENT OUTCOME (7a) 80% or more will score 80% or better on relevant sections of final examination in PED 465 – Law in Sport and Physical Education. (8a) 80% or more will score 80% or better on relevant sections of final examination in PED 461 – Governance of Sport. (9a) 90% or more will have an average rating of at least 3 out of 4 on assessment of program plan included in portfolio. (10a) 90% or more will have an average rating of at least 3 out of 4 on assessment of marketing plan included in portfolio. (11a) 90% or more will have a rating of at least 3 out of 4 on items 1, 5, and 8 of internship evaluation instrument. (11b) 90% or more will be evaluated as satisfactory by themselves and their program advisors on a “Personal Philosophy” included in their graduation portfolios. (12a) 90% or more will have a rating of at least 3 out of 4 on item 9 of internship evaluation instrument. (12b) 90% or more will be evaluated as satisfactory by themselves, their peers, and their program advisors on a “Self-Critique” included in their graduation portfolios. ACTIONS TAKEN TOWARD PROGRAM/STUDENTS N RESULTS 9 100% met criterion. No action required. 2 100% met criterion. No action required. Implementation of portfolio system was delayed until Fall 2000; results will be available in next report. Implementation of portfolio system was delayed until Fall 2000; results will be available in next report. 12 100% met criterion (mean = 3.42) No action required. Implementation of portfolio system was delayed until Fall 2000; results will be available in next report. 12 100% met criterion (mean = 3.50) Implementation of portfolio system was delayed until Fall 2000; results will be available in next report. No action required. 8 NORTH CENTRAL ASSOCIATION STUDENT ASSESSMENT PLAN College of Education Status Report #6 Program: Teacher Education (M.Ed.—All Curriculum & Instruction Programs) PROGRAM OUTCOME Articulates a personal philosophy of teaching and learning that is grounded in theory and practice Possesses knowledge and understanding of the social, political, and economic factors that influence education and shape the world in which we live Understands content, disciplinary concepts, and tools of inquiry related to the development of an educated person Understands how individuals learn and develop, and that students enter the learning setting with prior experiences that give meaning to the construction of new knowledge ASSESSMENT ASSESSMENT OUTCOME N RESULTS ACTIONS TAKEN TOWARD PROGRAM/STUDENTS Information reported to program faculty Self-assessment as reported on Exit Survey Mean score for item1 on survey is at least 2.75 on a scale of 0 (low) to 4 (high) 30 Mean = 2.67 Self-assessment as reported on Exit Survey Mean score for item 2 on survey is at least 2.75 on a scale of 0 (low) to 4 (high) 30 Mean = 2.90 No action required Results of Comprehensive Examination 95% or more of students earn passing scores 340 over 99% earned passing score No action required Score on Praxis II Principles of Learning and Teaching examination At least 90% of license candidates achieve passing score 55 79% achieved passing score Self-assessment as reported on Exit Survey Mean score for item 3 on survey is at least 2.75 on a scale of 0 (low) to 4 (high) 30 Mean = 2.93 Faculty continue to add case study analysis to exams and to make sure relevant content is covered; Praxis II review sessions implemented No action required Results of Comprehensive Examination Self-assessment as reported on Exit Survey 95% or more of students earn passing scores Mean score for item 4 on survey is at least 2.75 on a scale of 0 (low) to 4 (high) 340 over 99% earned passing score Mean = 3.00 No action required Score on Praxis II Principles of Learning and Teaching examination At least 95% of license candidates achieve passing score 55 79% achieved passing score Faculty continue to add case study analysis to exams and to make sure relevant content is covered; Praxis II review sessions implemented; Praxis review booklet designed & made available to students. 30 No action required 9 PROGRAM OUTCOME Understands how individuals differ in their backgrounds and approaches to learning and incorporates and accounts for such diversity in teaching and learning ASSESSMENT ASSESSMENT OUTCOME N RESULTS ACTIONS TAKEN TOWARD PROGRAM/STUDENTS No action required Self-assessment as reported on Exit Survey Mean score for item 5 on survey is at least 2.75 on a scale of 0 (low) to 4 (high) 30 Mean = 2.90 Results of Comprehensive Examination 95% or more of students earn passing scores 340 over 99% earned passing score No action required Cooperating Teacher and Supervising Teacher evaluation of teaching behavior during student teaching Mean score for items 2 and 4 on Student Teaching Evaluation Instrument is at least 3 on a scale of 1 (low) to 4 (high) for license candidates 52 Item 2 mean = 3.67 Item 4 mean = 3.83 No action required Uses an understanding of individual and group motivation to promote positive interaction, active engagement in learning, and self-motivation Self-assessment as reported on Exit Survey Mean score for item 6 on survey is at least 2.75 on a scale of 0 (low) to 4 (high) 30 Mean = 3.00 No action required Cooperating Teacher and Supervising Teacher evaluation of teaching behavior during student teaching Mean score for items 2, 4, and 5 on Student Teaching Evaluation Instrument is at least 3 on a scale of 1 (low) to 4 (high) for license candidates 52 Item 2 mean = 3.67 Item 4 mean = 3.83 Item 5 mean = 3.60 No action required Uses knowledge of effective verbal, nonverbal, and media communication techniques to foster inquiry, collaboration, and engagement in learning environments Self-assessment as reported on Exit Survey Mean score for item 7 on survey is at least 2.75 on a scale of 0 (low) to 4 (high) 30 Mean = 2.90 No action required Cooperating Teacher and Supervising Teacher evaluation of teaching behavior during student teaching Mean score for items 2, 4, and 5 on Student Teaching Evaluation Instrument is at least 3 on a scale of 1 (low) to 4 (high) for license candidates 52 Item 2 mean = 3.67 Item 4 mean = 3.83 Item 5 mean = 3.60 No action required 10 PROGRAM OUTCOME ASSESSMENT ASSESSMENT OUTCOME N RESULTS ACTIONS TAKEN TOWARD PROGRAM/STUDENTS No action required Plans and implements a variety of developmentally appropriate instructional strategies to develop performance skills, critical thinking, and problem solving, as well as to foster social, emotional, creative, and physical development Self-assessment as reported on Exit Survey Mean score for item 8 on survey is at least 2.75 on a scale of 0 (low) to 4 (high) 30 Mean = 2.80 Results of Comprehensive Examination 95% or more of students earn passing scores 340 over 99% earned passing score No action required Cooperating Teacher and Supervising Teacher evaluation of teaching behavior during student teaching 52 Item 1 mean = 3.74 Item 3 mean = 3.72 No action required Understands, selects, and uses a range of assessment strategies to foster physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development of learners and give accounts of students’ learning to the outside world Self-assessment as reported on Exit Survey Mean score for items 1 and 3 on Student Teaching Evaluation Instrument is at least 3 on a scale of 1 (low) to 4 (high) for license candidates Mean score for item 9 on survey is at least 2.75 on a scale of 0 (low) to 4 (high) 30 Mean = 2.73 Information reported to program faculty; new assessment course developed for special ed. programs. 52 Item 1 mean = 3.74 No action required Understands and uses up-todate technology to enhance the learning environment across the full range of learner needs Self-assessment as reported on Exit Survey Mean score for item 1 on Student Teaching Evaluation Instrument is at least 3 on a scale of 1 (low) to 4 (high) for license candidates Mean score for item 10 on survey is at least 2.75 on a scale of 0 (low) to 4 (high) 30 Mean = 2.53 Information reported to program faculty Cooperating Teacher and Supervising Teacher evaluation of teaching behavior during student teaching Mean score for item 3 on Student Teaching Evaluation Instrument is at least 3 on a scale of 1 (low) to 4 (high) for license candidates 52 Item 3 mean = 3.72 No action required Is a reflective practitioner who evaluates his/her interactions with others (e.g., learners, parents/guardians, colleagues, professionals in the community) and seeks opportunities to grow professionally Self-assessment as reported on Exit Survey Mean score for items 11 and 12 on survey is at least 2.75 on a scale of 0 (low) to 4 (high) 30 Mean for item 11 = 2.80; mean for item 12 = 3.03 No action required Cooperating Teacher and Supervising Teacher evaluation of teaching behavior during student teaching 11 PROGRAM OUTCOME Fosters relationships with colleagues, parents/guardians, community agencies, and colleges/universities to support students’ growth and well-being ASSESSMENT Self-assessment as reported on Exit Survey ASSESSMENT OUTCOME Mean score for item 13 on survey is at least 2.75 on a scale of 0 (low) to 4 (high) N 30 RESULTS Mean = 3.03 ACTIONS TAKEN TOWARD PROGRAM/STUDENTS No action required 12 NORTH CENTRAL ASSOCIATION STUDENT ASSESSMENT PLAN College of Education Status Report #6 Program: M.Ed. Administration ACTIONS TAKEN TOWARD PROGRAM/STUDENTS PROGRAM OUTCOME ASSESSMENT OUTCOME N RESULTS #1 - Graduates will demonstrate skills in completing projects/assignments in field settings. #1A - At least 90% of students will complete activities identified in administration program practicum course syllabus with grade of "B" of better. 60 100% received "B" or better. No action required #2 - Graduates will demonstrate knowledge and understanding of program coursework in meeting exit requirement. #2A - Pass rate should be 90% or better on comprehensive exams, theses and projects. 44 98% passed. One student who failed working with advisor to retake #3 - Graduates will demonstrate application of coursework knowledge to certification requirements. #3A - Pass rate on PRAXIS II Specialty Area exam will be at least 90%. 14 70% passed. Faculty addressing uniformity across different sections of same course – faculty taking the Praxis exam 13 NORTH CENTRAL ASSOCIATION STUDENT ASSESSMENT PLAN College of Education Status Report #6 Program: M.Ed. Supervision PROGRAM OUTCOME ASSESSMENT OUTCOME N #1 - Graduates will demonstrate skills in completing projects/assignments in field settings. #1B - At least 90% of students will complete activities identified in supervision course syllabus with grade of "B" or better. 8 #2 - Graduates will demonstrate knowledge and understanding of program coursework in meeting exit requirement. #2B - Pass rate should be 90% or better on comprehensive exams, theses and projects. RESULTS ACTIONS TAKEN TOWARD PROGRAM/STUDENTS 100% received grade of "B" No action required or better. 0 NA NA 14 NORTH CENTRAL ASSOCIATION STUDENT ASSESSMENT PLAN College of Education Status Report #6 Program: M.Ed. Adult Learning & Development ACTIONS TAKEN TOWARD PROGRAM/STUDENTS PROGRAM OUTCOME ASSESSMENT OUTCOME N RESULTS #1 - Graduates will demonstrate skills in completing projects/assignments in field settings. #1C - At least 90% of students will complete activities identified in adult learning and development practicum course (EDE 688) with grade of "B" or better. 29 100% received B or better No action required #2 - Graduates will demonstrate knowledge and understanding of program coursework in meeting exit requirement. #2C - Pass rate should be 90% or better on comprehensive exams. Theses and projects will be completed in less than one year. Exam: 88% passed Three students who failed were tutored by advisors #4 - Students will demonstrate aptitude for understanding and using knowledge of social and educational issues as applied to adults. #4A - 100% of students will complete ALD 606 or 607 with a grade of “B” or better 32 100% had grade of B or better (6 in ALD 605 and 26 in ALD 607). No action required 22 15 NORTH CENTRAL ASSOCIATION STUDENT ASSESSMENT PLAN College of Education Status Report #6 Program: M.Ed. School/Community Agency Counseling ACTIONS TAKEN TOWARD PROGRAM/STUDENTS PROGRAM OUTCOME ASSESSMENT OUTCOME N RESULTS #1 - Graduates will demonstrate skills in completing projects/assignments in field settings. #1D - At least 90% of students will complete activities identified in counseling program practicum/internship course syllabus with grade of "S" or better. 39 95% passed with grade of “S” or better No action required #2 - Graduates will demonstrate knowledge and understanding of program coursework in meeting exit #2D - Pass rate should be 90% or better on comprehensive exams. Theses and projects will be completed in less than one year. 91% passed Comprehensive exam primers made available to all students. requirement. 34 #3 - Graduates will demonstrate application of coursework knowledge to certification requirements. #3B - Pass rate on PRAXIS Specialty Area examination should be at least 90%. 2 93% passed. No action required #5 - Students will demonstrate aptitude for understanding and using counseling skills. #5A - At least 90% of students will receive "S" grade in introductory laboratory course, EDE 684. 48 94% received “S” grades No action required 16 NORTH CENTRAL ASSOCIATION STUDENT ASSESSMENT PLAN College of Education Status Report #6 Program: M.Ed. in Community Health PROGRAM OUTCOME (1) Graduates will demonstrate knowledge of the relationships of specific content areas in health education to the needs of community/public health services and programs. ASSESSMENT OUTCOME (1a) 80% or more will have a rating of at least 3 out of 4 on item 3 of practicum evaluation instrument. (1b) 90% or more will average 1.5 out of 3 or greater on “community health” and “health content” questions of comprehensive exam. (2) Graduates will demonstrate (2a) 80% or more will have an understanding of the principles, functions, average rating of at least 3 out of and services of community and public 4 on items 3 and 4 of practicum health. evaluation instrument. (3) Graduates will be able to identify the (3a) 90% or more will score 1.5 variables – economic, political, and out of 3 or greater on “community social – which influence community health health” question of planning, implementation, and evaluation. comprehensive examination. (4) Graduates will be able to discuss the (4a) 80% or more will score 80% duties and roles of community/public or better on relevant portions of health education in the prevention of the final examination in disease and the improvement of the HED 551 – Community Health. nation’s health status. ACTIONS TAKEN TOWARD PROGRAM/STUDENTS N RESULTS 18 100% met criterion (mean = 3.89) No action required. 16 87% (14 of 16) met criterion (mean = 1.56) Due to the overall average, no action was taken. 18 100% met criterion (mean = 3.83) No action required. 12 75% (9 of 12) met criterion (mean = 1.50) 26 100% met criterion (mean = 91%) Comprehensive exam orientation materials were revised to better reflect the nature of questions dealing with “community health.” No action required. 17 PROGRAM OUTCOME (5) Graduates will demonstrate skills and knowledge in an area of emphasis selected to meet personal and/or professional background and needs. (6) Graduates will gain experience in a community health agency in the greater Cleveland area. ASSESSMENT OUTCOME (5a) 80% or more will have an average rating of at least 3 out of 4 on items 3 and 4 of practicum evaluation instrument. (5b) 90% or more will average 1.5 out of 3 or greater on Part II questions of comprehensive examination. (6a) 80% or more will have an average rating of at least 3 out of 4 on all items of practicum evaluation instrument. N RESULTS 18 100% met criterion (mean = 3.83) 25 18 84% (21 of 25) met criterion (mean = 1.54) 100% met criterion (mean = 3.40) ACTIONS TAKEN TOWARD PROGRAM/STUDENTS No action required. Due to the overall average, no action was taken. No action required. 18 NORTH CENTRAL ASSOCIATION STUDENT ASSESSMENT PLAN College of Education Status Report #6 Program: M.Ed. in Exercise Science PROGRAM OUTCOME (1) Graduates will understand and be able to describe, apply, and synthesize knowledge of exercise physiology in relation to acute and chronic programs of exercise. (2) Graduates will be able to competently evaluate the physical fitness/conditioning status of individuals and write effective exercise prescriptions for them. (3) Graduates will understand current training techniques and be able to design programs to improve physical fitness and performance. (4) Graduates will be able to review research in exercise physiology and physical fitness development and be able to effectively describe, analyze, and critique this research. ASSESSMENT OUTCOME (1a) 80% or more will have a rating of at least 3 out of 4 on item 3 of practicum evaluation instrument. (1b) 90% or more will average 1.5 out of 3 or greater on “exercise science” questions of comprehensive examination. (2a) 80% or more will have an average rating of at least 3 out of 4 on items 3 and 4 of practicum evaluation instrument (3a) 80% or more will have an average rating of at least 3 out of 4 on items 3 and 4 of practicum evaluation instrument. (3b) 90% or more will score 1.5 out of 3 or greater on “training and conditioning” questions of comprehensive examination. (4a) 90% or more will score 1.5 out of 3 or greater on “research” questions of comprehensive examination. ACTIONS TAKEN TOWARD PROGRAM/STUDENTS N RESULTS 4 100% met criterion (mean = 3.75) No action required. 8 88% (7 of 8) met criterion (mean = 1.50) No action taken. 4 100% met criterion (mean = 3.62) No action required. 4 100% met criterion (mean = 3.62) No action required. 3 100% (3 of 3) met criterion (mean = 1.67) No action required. 8 88% (7 of 8) met criterion (mean = 1.44) Special orientation sessions were offered; department research course will be proposed. 19 PROGRAM OUTCOME (5) Graduates will be able to effectively develop and manage programs in business and community settings. ASSESSMENT OUTCOME (5a) 80% or more will have an average rating of at least 3 out of 4 on items 1, 2, 6, 7, and 8 of practicum evaluation instrument. (5b) 90% or more will score 1.5 out of 3 or greater on “program development” questions of comprehensive examination. ACTIONS TAKEN TOWARD PROGRAM/STUDENTS N RESULTS 4 100% met criterion (mean = 3.30) No action required. 0 Question was not selected. No action required. 20 NORTH CENTRAL ASSOCIATION STUDENT ASSESSMENT PLAN College of Education Status Report #6 Program: M.Ed. in Sports Management PROGRAM OUTCOME (1) Graduates will understand why people participate in sport and physical activity and the role of sport and physical activity in politics, entertainment, fitness, skill acquisition, and competition. (2) Graduates will understand and be able to apply concepts, principles, and theories related to sport law, marketing, and economics as related to sport. (3) Graduates will demonstrate management and leadership skills required in sport and sport related businesses. (4) Graduates will understand a wide range of relevant facts, concepts, principles, and theories in elective areas related to sports management (e.g., nutrition, physiology, biomechanics, sport psychology, and sport sociology) and will be able to apply them in the supervision of sport related programs. ASSESSMENT OUTCOME (1a) 90% or more will score 1.5 out of 3 or greater on “problems” questions of comprehensive examination. (2a) 90% or more will score 1.5 out of 3 or greater on area of emphasis questions of comprehensive examination. (2b) 80% or more will have a rating of at least 3 out of 4 on item 3 of practicum evaluation instrument. (3a) 80% or more will have an average rating of at least 3 out of 4 on items 1, 6, 7, and 8 on practicum evaluation instrument. (4a) 90% or more will average 1.5 out of 3 or greater on all sports management questions of comprehensive examination. N RESULTS 3 100% met criterion (mean = 1.50) 13 85% (11 of 13) met criterion (mean = 1.53) ACTIONS TAKEN TOWARD PROGRAM/STUDENTS No action required. No action taken. 14 100% met criterion (mean = 3.64) No action required. 14 100% met criterion (mean = 3.62) No action required. 13 92% (12 of 13) met criterion (mean = 1.54) No action required. 21 PROGRAM OUTCOME (5) Graduates will understand the rules, functions, and organizations related to sport governance at national and international levels. (6) Graduates will understand the roles of management, public, and labor relations in sport and physical activity. (7) Graduates will be able to review research in sports management and be able to effectively describe, analyze, and critique this research. ASSESSMENT OUTCOME (5a) 90% or more will score 1.5 out of 3 or greater on “governance” questions of comprehensive examination. (6a) 90% or more will score 1.5 out of 3 or greater on “governance” questions of comprehensive examination. (7a) 90% or more will score 1.5 out of 3 or greater on “research” questions of comprehensive examination. ACTIONS TAKEN TOWARD PROGRAM/STUDENTS N RESULTS 2 100% met criterion (mean = 1.75) No action required. 2 100% met criterion (mean = 1.75) No action required. 77% (10 of 13) met criterion (mean = 1.38) Special orientation sessions were offered; department research course will be proposed. 13 22 NORTH CENTRAL ASSOCIATION STUDENT ASSESSMENT PLAN College of Education Status Report #6 Program: Ph.D. in Urban Education PROGRAM OUTCOME Graduates will possess a comprehensive understanding of theories and applications of theories related to education in an urban setting. ASSESSMENT OUTCOME N RESULTS ACTIONS TAKEN TOWARD PROGRAM/STUDENTS (1a) 90% of students will achieve a g.p.a. of 3.5 or better. 8 88% met criterion (Mean = 3.80) After review, it was decided to study another year of results before deciding whether action is necessary. (1b) 75% of students will achieve a passing rating on their first attempt of the comprehensive examination. 8 100% met criterion No action required (1c) A completed dissertation is required to earn the degree. 8 100% met criterion No action required (2a) Dissertation Research 8 100% met criterion No action required (2b) 75% of students will achieve a g.p.a. of 3.7 or better in Research Methodology coursework. 8 100% met criterion (Mean = 3.93) No action required (2c) 85% of the students will achieve a passing rating on their first Research comprehensive examination attempt. 8 100% met criterion No action required As future educational leaders, students will engage in creative problem-solving supported by information from education, urban studies, social sciences, and business. (3a) 90% of students will receive a grade of B+ or better in Organizational Change and Development course. 8 100% met criterion (Mean = 3.76) No action required Graduates will acquire knowledge and skills to enable them to move from one career or career level to another. (4a) Career changes of graduates Data not available This criterion may not be appropriate exit requirement. Most career changes take place later. (See 5c) Graduates will possess the skills to engage in intensive, scholarly research. 23 PROGRAM OUTCOME Graduates will possess advanced level expertise within an area of their selected specializations. It is expected that this specialization will relate specifically to previous graduate study. ASSESSMENT OUTCOME N RESULTS (5a) 90% of graduates will achieve a g.p.a. of at least 3.5 in the specialty area. 8 100% met criterion (Mean = 3.92) (5b) 90% of students will achieve a passing score on their first attempt of the specialization comprehensive examination. 8 88% met criterion (5c) Success in passing credentialing examinations. ACTIONS TAKEN TOWARD PROGRAM/STUDENTS ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT OBJECTIVE A