Chabot College Academic Program Review Report 2014 ‐2015 Year Three of Program Review Cycle Final Summary Report Mass Communications ‐ Journalism Divisions/Program remain in the same cycle year for 2013‐2014 Submitted on 11/1/2013 Larry R. Leach, Mass Communications Faculty Final Forms, 1/18/13 1 Appendix B2: “Closing the Loop” Assessment Reflections Course MCOM 1 Semester assessment data gathered Fall 2011 Number of sections offered in the semester 1 Number of sections assessed 1 Percentage of sections assessed 100% Semester held “Closing the Loop” discussion Fall 2012 Faculty members involved in “Closing the Loop” discussion Larry Leach Course‐Level Outcome (CLO) 1: Outcome: Given a list of traditional news values (timeliness, conflict/action, consequence, proximity, sex/humor, human interest, novelty/uniqueness, prominence, demographics) students shall create a list of 18 potential news stories for the college and community, listing two possible stories per news value category, to be presented orally for discussion In the context of the course as a whole, what scores for your CLOs would indicate success for you? (Example: 75% of the class scored either 3 or 4.) 75% of the class scoring a 3 or 4 for the first CLO would indicate success in the context of the course. How do your current scores match with your above definition of success? 90% of the class was able to achieve 3 or 4 when attempting to list news stories related to the traditional news values. Based on the data gathered, and considering your teaching experiences and your discussions with other faculty, what reflections and insights do you have? Based on the results of this assessment, a majority of the students showed understanding of the different types of news stories and were able to provide examples of topics that would fit each category. What course‐level and programmatic strengths have the assessment reflections revealed? The indicates that the exercises used in class and the methods of instruction used were able to achieve success for the above listed CLO What actions has your discipline determined might be taken as a result of your reflections, discussions, and insights? The curriculum used to achieve success for CLO 1 appears to be satisfactory for instructional use for this course. Adding more exercises throughout the semester that require students to identify specific category topics may increase the level of 4 scores achieved during the assessment. Course‐Level Outcome (CLO) 2: Outcome: Students will be able to identify, explain and provide an example of the traditional elements/values of news judgment 2 In the context of the course as a whole, what scores for your CLOs would indicate success for you? (Example: 75% of the class scored either 3 or 4.) 75% of the class scoring a 3 or 4 for the second CLO would indicate success in the context of the course. How do your current scores match with your above definition of success? The assessment showed that 81% of the students were able to achieve a score of 3 or 4 for this CLO. Based on the data gathered, and considering your teaching experiences and your discussions with other faculty, what reflections and insights do you have? The data shows that students were not quite as strong at recalling the categories of news production as they were at identify examples of each category when the category is provided to them. What course‐level and programmatic strengths have the assessment reflections revealed? Although students were not quite as strong at identifying categories, the percentage of achievement still indicates that the curriculum used was developed well enough that most students were successful when assessed. What actions has your discipline determined might be taken as a result of your reflections, discussions, and insights? To improve the level of success or to increase the performance of those who scored lower than 3 or 4. More exercises that require the recollection of or review of news categories can be used during the course of instruction to increase retention. Course‐Level Outcome (CLO) 3: Outcome: Students will be able to evaluate a list of 10 news story facts and write an appropriate lead sentence within 30 minutes incorporating the 5 W's of Journalism In the context of the course as a whole, what scores for your CLOs would indicate success for you? (Example: 75% of the class scored either 3 or 4.) 75% of the class scoring a 3 or 4 for the first CLO would indicate success in the context of the course. How do your current scores match with your above definition of success? The assessment showed that 77% of the students were able to achieve a score of 3 or 4 for this CLO. Based on the data gathered, and considering your teaching experiences and your discussions with other faculty, what reflections and insights do you have? There was an emphasis on lead writing during the course of the semester and regular in class exercises that required students to understand what a lead was and how to write one. This helped many to do well but should be incorporated more to improve success What course‐level and programmatic strengths have the assessment reflections revealed? The use of technology in order to create real world simulations of a newswriting task in a controlled classroom environment has allowed the students in the course to gain understanding of and the 3 ability to develop satisfactory news leads under deadline. What actions has your discipline determined might be taken as a result of your reflections, discussions, and insights? In order to maintain success in this CLO the current instructional methods will continue to be used during the course of the semester along with periodic assessments to adjust for different learning styles. Course‐Level Outcome (CLO) 4: Outcome: Students will be able to show understanding of basic AP writing style including (punctuation, abbreviations, job titles, states, numerals, percentages, dates, capitals, proper names, etc) In the context of the course as a whole, what scores for your CLOs would indicate success for you? (Example: 75% of the class scored either 3 or 4.) 75% of the class scoring a 3 or 4 for the second CLO would indicate success in the context of the course. How do your current scores match with your above definition of success? The assessment showed that 77% of the students were able to achieve a score of 3 or 4 for this CLO. Based on the data gathered, and considering your teaching experiences and your discussions with other faculty, what reflections and insights do you have? Although AP style was covered regularly and the success rate was achieved, more in class exercises and variety in the method of presentation would likely increase the success rate in future course offerings. What course‐level and programmatic strengths have the assessment reflections revealed? Incorporation of regular style quizzes in the curriculum was effective, the use of technology in the classroom allowed students to have in class practice concepts taught during instruction. What actions has your discipline determined might be taken as a result of your reflections, discussions, and insights? More in class exercises and variety in the method of presentation would likely increase the success rate in future course offerings. Course MCOM 3 Semester assessment data gathered Fall 2010 Number of sections offered in the semester 1 Number of sections assessed 1 Percentage of sections assessed 100% Semester held “Closing the Loop” discussion Fall 2012 Faculty members involved in “Closing the Loop” discussion Larry Leach 4 Course‐Level Outcome (CLO) 1: Outcome: Students will write compelling long form features for magazines and newspapers In the context of the course as a whole, what scores for your CLOs would indicate success for you? (Example: 75% of the class scored either 3 or 4.) 70% of the class scoring a 3 or 4 in the given CLO would indicate success in the context of the course. How do your current scores match with your above definition of success? 68% of the students were able to achieve a score of 3 or 4 in the CLO indicated above. Showing that overall the class performed slightly under what would have been considered successful. Based on the data gathered, and considering your teaching experiences and your discussions with other faculty, what reflections and insights do you have? The course as a whole achieved slightly under what would be considered success based on the percentage of students who were able to achieve a score of 3 or 4 on the CLO’s, this indicates that the material and exercises presented during instruction provided a majority of the students with information to understand and successfully complete the tasks and assignments given to them throughout the course. What course‐level and programmatic strengths have the assessment reflections revealed? The success of most students show that the selection of content and method of instruction are clear and able to understood by the diverse group of students and learning styles that exist in the classroom. Although some students were not successful with the CLO’s, the majority of them were still able to achieve the 3 or 4 showing they were able to complete the assigned work. What actions has your discipline determined might be taken as a result of your reflections, discussions, and insights? In order to achieve greater success in the future, additional assessments may be done during the course of the semester in order to better determine additional curriculum that can be added to improve the performance of the underperforming students. Course‐Level Outcome (CLO) 2: Outcome: Students will be able to identify and describe the different types of feature stories. In the context of the course as a whole, what scores for your CLOs would indicate success for you? (Example: 75% of the class scored either 3 or 4.) 75% of the class scoring a 3 or 4 in the given CLO would indicate success in the context of the course. 5 How do your current scores match with your above definition of success? 78% of the students were able to achieve a score of 3 or 4 in the CLO indicated above. Showing that overall the class performed above what would have been considered successful. Based on the data gathered, and considering your teaching experiences and your discussions with other faculty, what reflections and insights do you have? The students in this courses that were assessed were able to understand the content of the course and types of assignments required a better than they were able to perform the expected tasks. This may be indicative of a lack of writing experience prior to taking on the writing tasks for this course. What course‐level and programmatic strengths have the assessment reflections revealed? The assessment revealed that students were provided with a variety of content and instruction that they were able to retain. Indicating that the content and instruction was presented in a clear and understandable manner. What actions has your discipline determined might be taken as a result of your reflections, discussions, and insights? In order to achieve greater success in the future, additional assessments may be done during the course in order to better determine additional curriculum, content, or instructional methods that can be added to improve the performance of the underperforming students. Course‐Level Outcome (CLO) 3: Outcome: Students will be able to show understanding of basic AP writing style In the context of the course as a whole, what scores for your CLOs would indicate success for you? (Example: 75% of the class scored either 3 or 4.) 70% of the class scoring a 3 or 4 in the given CLO would indicate success in the context of the course. How do your current scores match with your above definition of success? 58% of the students were able to achieve a score of 3 or 4 in the CLO indicated above. Showing that overall the class performed under what would have been considered successful. Based on the data gathered, and considering your teaching experiences and your discussions with other faculty, what reflections and insights do you have? There should have been more of an emphasis on AP style during the course to give students a better understanding of what it is and it’s importance in newspaper and feature article writing. What course‐level and programmatic strengths have the assessment reflections revealed? This assessment for AP style shows a deficiency in the method of instruction for AP Style and it’s use in feature writing. 6 What actions has your discipline determined might be taken as a result of your reflections, discussions, and insights? In order to achieve greater success in the future, additional assessments may be done during the course to survey awareness and knowledge of AP style in order to improve students use of it in future courses. Course MCOM 14 Semester assessment data gathered Fall 2011 Number of sections offered in the semester 1 Number of sections assessed 1 Percentage of sections assessed 100% Semester held “Closing the Loop” discussion Fall 2012 Faculty members involved in “Closing the Loop” discussion Larry Leach Course‐Level Outcome (CLO) 1: Outcome: Students will develop a portfolio of weekly photo or story contributions for the school newspaper In the context of the course as a whole, what scores for your CLOs would indicate success for you? (Example: 75% of the class scored either 3 or 4.) 75% of the class scoring a 3 or 4 in the given CLO would indicate success in the context of the course. How do your current scores match with your above definition of success? 80% of the class was able to achieve 3 or 4 when attempting to develop a portfolio of weekly photo or story contributions for the school newspaper Based on the data gathered, and considering your teaching experiences and your discussions with other faculty, what reflections and insights do you have? Overall, students in the MCOM 14 class were able to successfully develop written and photographic content to be published for the school newspaper. What course‐level and programmatic strengths have the assessment reflections revealed? The use of technology has allowed students to diversify their media content development to include online platforms as well as audio/video elements to go with their writing and photography. What actions has your discipline determined might be taken as a result of your reflections, discussions, and insights? To continue incorporating the awareness of change in journalism and media in order to continue preparing students possible opportunities in the field upon completion. Course‐Level Outcome (CLO) 2: 7 Outcome: Students will be able to create & identify different journalistic media formats In the context of the course as a whole, what scores for your CLOs would indicate success for you? (Example: 75% of the class scored either 3 or 4.) 80% of the class scoring a 3 or 4 in the given CLO would indicate success in the context of the course. How do your current scores match with your above definition of success? 90% of the class was able to achieve 3 or 4 when attempting to create & identify different journalistic media formats Based on the data gathered, and considering your teaching experiences and your discussions with other faculty, what reflections and insights do you have? The coverage of and review of the different media formats used in journalism was effective in increasing student’s awareness of and use of them. What course‐level and programmatic strengths have the assessment reflections revealed? The ability to teach students about changing media formats and having the technology to give them a hands on experience in using the formats is a strength of the course and program. What actions has your discipline determined might be taken as a result of your reflections, discussions, and insights? To make sure that the tools student’s need are available to continue creating and working with relevant journalistic media formats as they evolve. Course MCOM 15 Semester assessment data gathered Fall 2011 Number of sections offered in the semester 1 Number of sections assessed 1 Percentage of sections assessed 100% Semester held “Closing the Loop” discussion Fall 2012 Faculty members involved in “Closing the Loop” discussion Larry Leach Course‐Level Outcome (CLO) 1: Outcome: All students will show knowledge of basic newspaper layout and design by developing pages for the school newspaper In the context of the course as a whole, what scores for your CLOs would indicate success for you? (Example: 75% of the class scored either 3 or 4.) 75% of the class scoring a 3 or 4 in the given CLO would indicate success in the context of the course. How do your current scores match with your above definition of success? 76% of the class was able to achieve 3 or 4 when attempting to show knowledge of basic newspaper 8 layout and design by developing pages for the school newspaper Based on the data gathered, and considering your teaching experiences and your discussions with other faculty, what reflections and insights do you have? The basic layout and design of news pages can be a challenging task. Although the success rate was slightly above the indicated success score. Those who did not reach a 3 or 4 likely did not have enough repetition to learn the technical functions of the software. What course‐level and programmatic strengths have the assessment reflections revealed? Having the to tools to allow students to learn is a major factor in being able to achieve the desired success levels for this CLO What actions has your discipline determined might be taken as a result of your reflections, discussions, and insights? Continued exercises in page layout and design, with addition curriculum that expands the layout and design concepts to include the changing design landscape of journalism and media organizations. Course‐Level Outcome (CLO) 2: Outcome: Students will demonstrate leadership and decision‐making and skills for a designated part of the school newspaper. In the context of the course as a whole, what scores for your CLOs would indicate success for you? (Example: 75% of the class scored either 3 or 4.) 70% of the class scoring a 3 or 4 in the given CLO would indicate success in the context of the course. How do your current scores match with your above definition of success? 71% of the class was able to achieve 3 or 4 when attempting to demonstrate leadership and decision‐making and skills for a designated part of the school newspaper Based on the data gathered, and considering your teaching experiences and your discussions with other faculty, what reflections and insights do you have? Performing leadership duty in an environment of peers can be challenging, especially in an educational environment. Class discussions focused around leadership qualities provided insight for students to develop their decision making skills What course‐level and programmatic strengths have the assessment reflections revealed? The structure of the course, which allows students to make decisions about the development and direction of the campus newspaper have provided a strong environment to cultivate decision making opportunities for the student leaders. What actions has your discipline determined might be taken as a result of your reflections, discussions, and insights? Continued development of decision making opportunities to allow students a chance to deal with a 9 variety of situations that require critical thinking and problem solving. Course‐Level Outcome (CLO) 3: Outcome: Students will develop a portfolio of work representing their editorial and publication leadership experience In the context of the course as a whole, what scores for your CLOs would indicate success for you? (Example: 75% of the class scored either 3 or 4.) 80% of the class scoring a 3 or 4 in the given CLO would indicate success in the context of the course. How do your current scores match with your above definition of success? 71% of the class was able to achieve 3 or 4 when attempting to develop a portfolio of work representing their editorial and publication leadership experience. Based on the data gathered, and considering your teaching experiences and your discussions with other faculty, what reflections and insights do you have? The results of this assessment fell short of the expected level of success. As a performance based class all students should retain copies of their work in order to gauge the level of improvement and quality of work completed throughout the course. What course‐level and programmatic strengths have the assessment reflections revealed? The concept of a portfolio is a strong element for the course due to performance expectations of students. The assessment has shown that the emphasis on the importance of the portfolio should be stronger in order to achieve the desired success rate. What actions has your discipline determined might be taken as a result of your reflections, discussions, and insights? In order to increase the development of semester portfolios there will be more pre planned instructor reviews of the portfolio during the course of the semester. Students will also be required to keep a log of work completed in order to ensure portfolio contains appropriate content. Course MCOM 40 Semester assessment data gathered Spring 2011 Number of sections offered in the semester 2 Number of sections assessed 2 Percentage of sections assessed 100% Semester held “Closing the Loop” discussion Fall 2012 Faculty members involved in “Closing the Loop” discussion Larry Leach Course‐Level Outcome (CLO) 1: Outcome: Student will able to describe/explain major radio and TV careers and their hierarchy 10 In the context of the course as a whole, what scores for your CLOs would indicate success for you? (Example: 75% of the class scored either 3 or 4.) 70% of the class scoring a 3 or 4 in the given CLO would indicate success in the context of the course. How do your current scores match with your above definition of success? The current scores were just below the indicated level of success Based on the data gathered, and considering your teaching experiences and your discussions with other faculty, what reflections and insights do you have? The variety of TV radio careers and the hierarchy may not be covered in depth as needed to strengthen understanding of them. What course‐level and programmatic strengths have the assessment reflections revealed? The resources available to the program/course are strong in allowing students to gain insight into the different roles/careers available in Radio/TV What actions has your discipline determined might be taken as a result of your reflections, discussions, and insights? More in depth discussion of Radio/TV careers and during the course of the semester in order to increase understanding and ability to describe/explain their roles. Course‐Level Outcome (CLO) 2: Outcome: Students will be able to identify 6 different electronic media formats in society and provide a specific example/job for each In the context of the course as a whole, what scores for your CLOs would indicate success for you? (Example: 75% of the class scored either 3 or 4.) 70% of the class scoring a 3 or 4 in the given CLO would indicate success in the context of the course. How do your current scores match with your above definition of success? The current scores were just below the indicated level of success Based on the data gathered, and considering your teaching experiences and your discussions with other faculty, what reflections and insights do you have? More balanced discussion about the different electronic media formats may help to increase student ability to identify them What course‐level and programmatic strengths have the assessment reflections revealed? Access to the different electronic media formats on campus helps students to become more familiar with them once covered during the course. 11 What actions has your discipline determined might be taken as a result of your reflections, discussions, and insights? Increase the amount of and balance of discussion about the different electronic media formats Course‐Level Outcome (CLO) 3: Outcome: Students will be able to define the purpose of the FCC and discuss its role/purpose In the context of the course as a whole, what scores for your CLOs would indicate success for you? (Example: 75% of the class scored either 3 or 4.) 70% of the class scoring a 3 or 4 in the given CLO would indicate success in the context of the course. How do your current scores match with your above definition of success? The current scores were just below the indicated level of success Based on the data gathered, and considering your teaching experiences and your discussions with other faculty, what reflections and insights do you have? Instructional review of the FCC role and/or purpose in regards to the FCC may need to be increased and more in depth to build greater understanding of the regulatory organization. What course‐level and programmatic strengths have the assessment reflections revealed? Course resources and program resources allow students opportunities to learn more about the FCC and also have hands on experience with broadcast situations overseen by the FCC What actions has your discipline determined might be taken as a result of your reflections, discussions, and insights? More discussion and assessments throughout the duration of the course can be used to identify challenges students may be having with understanding the purpose of the FCC in electronic media Course‐Level Outcome (CLO) 4: Outcome: Students will show understanding of electronic media forms as a means of communication, their impact on society and the impact convergence has had In the context of the course as a whole, what scores for your CLOs would indicate success for you? (Example: 75% of the class scored either 3 or 4.) 70% of the class scoring a 3 or 4 in the given CLO would indicate success in the context of the course. How do your current scores match with your above definition of success? The current scores were just below the indicated level of success 12 Based on the data gathered, and considering your teaching experiences and your discussions with other faculty, what reflections and insights do you have? Students are not showing desired understanding of the impact of electronic media on society or the scope of change that has taken place due to the increased convergence in media. What course‐level and programmatic strengths have the assessment reflections revealed? Some students who are actively engaged in the instructional process are able to gain a better understanding of the media changes that are taking place and how they are impacting society What actions has your discipline determined might be taken as a result of your reflections, discussions, and insights? More exercises and activities that require students to explore convergence in their lives or reflect on how electronic media has affected them as they have consumed it. Course MCOM 41 Semester assessment data gathered Fall 2011 Number of sections offered in the semester 1 Number of sections assessed 1 Percentage of sections assessed 100% Semester held “Closing the Loop” discussion Fall 2012 Faculty members involved in “Closing the Loop” discussion Larry Leach Course‐Level Outcome (CLO) 1: Outcome: Students will be able to describe/explain major careers in Mass Communications In the context of the course as a whole, what scores for your CLOs would indicate success for you? (Example: 75% of the class scored either 3 or 4.) 75% of the class scoring a 3 or 4 in the given CLO would indicate success in the context of the course. How do your current scores match with your above definition of success? 76% of the class was able to achieve 3 or 4 when attempting to describe/explain major careers in Mass Communications Based on the data gathered, and considering your teaching experiences and your discussions with other faculty, what reflections and insights do you have? More exercises, discussion and examples of media careers would help increase awareness of the variety of careers and their duties What course‐level and programmatic strengths have the assessment reflections revealed? 13 The department provides instruction that leads to a strong understanding of the media careers presented during the course of the semester. What actions has your discipline determined might be taken as a result of your reflections, discussions, and insights? Incorporating more variety of media careers and activities/exercises that give insight into the working environment of media professionals. Course‐Level Outcome (CLO) 2: Outcome: Students will be able to identify the five clauses of the first amendment and summarize the purpose of each In the context of the course as a whole, what scores for your CLOs would indicate success for you? (Example: 75% of the class scored either 3 or 4.) 70% of the class scoring a 3 or 4 in the given CLO would indicate success in the context of the course. How do your current scores match with your above definition of success? 73% of the class was able to achieve 3 or 4 when attempting to identify the five clauses of the first amendment and summarize the purpose of each Based on the data gathered, and considering your teaching experiences and your discussions with other faculty, what reflections and insights do you have? Understanding of the five clauses is largely due to the repetition used throughout the semester requiring students to be able to recall and understand the purpose of the clauses What course‐level and programmatic strengths have the assessment reflections revealed? Using technology, a variety of instructional methods and in class exercises help students to achieve success in retaining knowledge of course content What actions has your discipline determined might be taken as a result of your reflections, discussions, and insights? Continued use of instructional tools that help students to achieve success in the CLO’s Course‐Level Outcome (CLO) 3: Outcome: Students will be able to identify the 8 forms of Mass Media in society and give a specific distributed example of each. In the context of the course as a whole, what scores for your CLOs would indicate success for you? (Example: 75% of the class scored either 3 or 4.) 14 75% of the class scoring a 3 or 4 in the given CLO would indicate success in the context of the course. How do your current scores match with your above definition of success? 75% of the class was able to achieve 3 or 4 when attempting to identify the 8 forms of Mass Media in society and give a specific distributed example of each Based on the data gathered, and considering your teaching experiences and your discussions with other faculty, what reflections and insights do you have? The instructional methods and exercises used to help students learn and retain the forms of mass media in society are effective. What course‐level and programmatic strengths have the assessment reflections revealed? The instructional material is strong and relevant to help most students achieve success identify the forms of mass media. What actions has your discipline determined might be taken as a result of your reflections, discussions, and insights? Continue to maintain current information, use relevant examples and incorporate in class exercises for students based on the current media landscape. Course‐Level Outcome (CLO) 4: Outcome: Students will be able to define media convergence, give multiple examples and explain it's impact on society and media careers In the context of the course as a whole, what scores for your CLOs would indicate success for you? (Example: 75% of the class scored either 3 or 4.) 70% of the class scoring a 3 or 4 in the given CLO would indicate success in the context of the course. How do your current scores match with your above definition of success? 72% of the class was able to achieve 3 or 4 when attempting to identify the 8 forms of Mass Media in society and give a specific distributed example of each Based on the data gathered, and considering your teaching experiences and your discussions with other faculty, what reflections and insights do you have? Increasing the amount of discussion about convergence and the use of more current examples will help more students to understand based on their own media experiences. What course‐level and programmatic strengths have the assessment reflections revealed? The course focuses on keeping up to date with media changes and incorporating those changes into the curriculum to keep students current. What actions has your discipline determined might be taken as a result of your reflections, discussions, and insights? 15 Continuing to stay up to date on media changes in order to keep course content fresh and relevant. Course MCOM 60 Semester assessment data gathered Spring 2012 Number of sections offered in the semester 1 Number of sections assessed 1 Percentage of sections assessed 1 Semester held “Closing the Loop” discussion Fall 2012 Faculty members involved in “Closing the Loop” discussion Larry Leach Course‐Level Outcome (CLO) 1: Outcome: Perform job duties operating all types of standard television studio and control room equipment, including recording and play back of both audio and video devices In the context of the course as a whole, what scores for your CLOs would indicate success for you? (Example: 75% of the class scored either 3 or 4.) 80% of the class scoring a 3 or 4 in the given CLO would indicate success in the context of the course. How do your current scores match with your above definition of success? The current scores exceed the level indicated for success in this CLO Based on the data gathered, and considering your teaching experiences and your discussions with other faculty, what reflections and insights do you have? Students who are willing to participate in the hands on aspect of the TV production course are likely to achieve greater success What course‐level and programmatic strengths have the assessment reflections revealed? The strength of the program is access to quality equipment in order to prepare students for careers in broadcast media What actions has your discipline determined might be taken as a result of your reflections, discussions, and insights? Continue to provide assignments that require use of skills and concepts taught during the courses. Course‐Level Outcome (CLO) 2: Outcome: Students will understand the components and operation of a production television studio In the context of the course as a whole, what scores for your CLOs would indicate success for you? (Example: 75% of the class scored either 3 or 4.) 70% of the class scoring a 3 or 4 in the given CLO would indicate success in the context of the 16 course. How do your current scores match with your above definition of success? The current scores exceed the level indicated for success in this CLO Based on the data gathered, and considering your teaching experiences and your discussions with other faculty, what reflections and insights do you have? Students who have access to and are able to utilize the components needed to operate a production television studio are likely to achieve greater success. What course‐level and programmatic strengths have the assessment reflections revealed? The strength of the program is access to quality equipment in order to help students gain better understanding of their purpose and function. What actions has your discipline determined might be taken as a result of your reflections, discussions, and insights? Continue to provide students with a variety of studio tasks that require use of all of the studio equipment available to increase understanding. Course‐Level Outcome (CLO) 3: Outcome: Students will show understanding of TV studio and production terminology In the context of the course as a whole, what scores for your CLOs would indicate success for you? (Example: 75% of the class scored either 3 or 4.) 70% of the class scoring a 3 or 4 in the given CLO would indicate success in the context of the course. How do your current scores match with your above definition of success? The current scores exceed the level indicated for success in this CLO Based on the data gathered, and considering your teaching experiences and your discussions with other faculty, what reflections and insights do you have? Increased practice and exercises using studio/production terminology in a production environment will increase the understanding of its use. What course‐level and programmatic strengths have the assessment reflections revealed? Students greatly benefit from the production environment that is available to students in the course and program 17 What actions has your discipline determined might be taken as a result of your reflections, discussions, and insights? Require a broad variety of assignments requiring students to learn the terminology for various positions and equipment Course‐Level Outcome (CLO) 4: Outcome: Students will be able to identify, explain and demonstrate the duties of specific jobs in a television studio In the context of the course as a whole, what scores for your CLOs would indicate success for you? (Example: 75% of the class scored either 3 or 4.) 70% of the class scoring a 3 or 4 in the given CLO would indicate success in the context of the course. How do your current scores match with your above definition of success? The current scores exceed the level indicated for success in this CLO Based on the data gathered, and considering your teaching experiences and your discussions with other faculty, what reflections and insights do you have? Increased rotation of assignments requiring students to become more familiar with the different roles in the production studio will continue to increase the success rate further. What course‐level and programmatic strengths have the assessment reflections revealed? Students greatly benefit from the production environment that is available to students in the course and program. What actions has your discipline determined might be taken as a result of your reflections, discussions, and insights? Require a more rotation of assignments requiring students to learn the role and purpose of different positions in the studio Course MCOM 61 Semester assessment data gathered Spring 2012 Number of sections offered in the semester 1 Number of sections assessed 1 Percentage of sections assessed 100% Semester held “Closing the Loop” discussion Fall 2012 Faculty members involved in “Closing the Loop” discussion Larry Leach Course‐Level Outcome (CLO) 1: Outcome: Perform job duties operating all types of standard television studio and control room equipment, including recording and play back of both audio and video devices. 18 In the context of the course as a whole, what scores for your CLOs would indicate success for you? (Example: 75% of the class scored either 3 or 4.) 80% of the class scoring a 3 or 4 in the given CLO would indicate success in the context of the course. How do your current scores match with your above definition of success? The current scores exceed the level indicated for success in this CLO Based on the data gathered, and considering your teaching experiences and your discussions with other faculty, what reflections and insights do you have? Students who are willing to participate in the hands on aspect of the TV production course are likely to achieve greater success What course‐level and programmatic strengths have the assessment reflections revealed? The strength of the program is access to quality equipment in order to prepare students for careers in broadcast media What actions has your discipline determined might be taken as a result of your reflections, discussions, and insights? Continue to provide assignments that require use of skills and concepts taught during the courses. Course‐Level Outcome (CLO) 2: Outcome: Students will understand the components and operation of a production television studio In the context of the course as a whole, what scores for your CLOs would indicate success for you? (Example: 75% of the class scored either 3 or 4.) 75% of the class scoring a 3 or 4 in the given CLO would indicate success in the context of the course. How do your current scores match with your above definition of success? The current scores match the level indicated for success in this CLO Based on the data gathered, and considering your teaching experiences and your discussions with other faculty, what reflections and insights do you have? Students who have access to and are able to utilize the components needed to operate a production television studio are likely to achieve greater success. What course‐level and programmatic strengths have the assessment reflections revealed? The strength of the program is access to quality equipment in order to help students gain better understanding of their purpose and function. 19 What actions has your discipline determined might be taken as a result of your reflections, discussions, and insights? Continue to provide students with a variety of studio tasks that require use of all of the studio equipment available to increase understanding. Course‐Level Outcome (CLO) 3: Outcome: Students will show understanding of TV studio and production terminology In the context of the course as a whole, what scores for your CLOs would indicate success for you? (Example: 75% of the class scored either 3 or 4.) 75% of the class scoring a 3 or 4 in the given CLO would indicate success in the context of the course. How do your current scores match with your above definition of success? The current scores match the level indicated for success in this CLO Based on the data gathered, and considering your teaching experiences and your discussions with other faculty, what reflections and insights do you have? Increased practice and exercises using studio/production terminology in a production environment will increase the understanding of its use. What course‐level and programmatic strengths have the assessment reflections revealed? Students greatly benefit from the production environment that is available to students in the course and program What actions has your discipline determined might be taken as a result of your reflections, discussions, and insights? Require a broad variety of assignments requiring students to learn the terminology for various positions and equipment Course‐Level Outcome (CLO) 4: Outcome: Students will be able to identify, explain and demonstrate the duties of specific jobs in a television studio In the context of the course as a whole, what scores for your CLOs would indicate success for you? (Example: 75% of the class scored either 3 or 4.) 80% of the class scoring a 3 or 4 in the given CLO would indicate success in the context of the course. How do your current scores match with your above definition of success? 20 The current scores exceed the level indicated for success in this CLO Based on the data gathered, and considering your teaching experiences and your discussions with other faculty, what reflections and insights do you have? Increased rotation of assignments requiring students to become more familiar with the different roles in the production studio will continue to increase the success rate further. What course‐level and programmatic strengths have the assessment reflections revealed? Students greatly benefit from the production environment that is available to students in the course and program. What actions has your discipline determined might be taken as a result of your reflections, discussions, and insights? Require a more rotation of assignments requiring students to learn the role and purpose of different positions in the studio 21 PART III: COURSE REFLECTIONS AND FUTURE PLANS 1.
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What changes were made to your course based on the previous assessment cycle, the prior Closing the Loop reflections and other faculty discussions? Adjustments made to the courses that had room for improvement on the assessments included additional activities and exercises to improve student understanding of course content. Additional review of information or concepts that proved to be more difficult to comprehend was also considered as a possible adjustment to help students improve on SLO assesments. Based on the current assessment and reflections, what course‐level and programmatic strengths have the assessment reflections revealed? What actions has your discipline determined might be taken as a result of your reflections, discussions, and insights? The students who are enrolled in the Mass Communications program and/or courses benefit greatly from the variety of production environment available to help them gain skills in the various areas of the discipline. The ability of students to gain practical hands on experience in an educational environment with industry standard tools is crucial to their success in upper division coursework and production as well as career and work environments. In order to continue providing students with a real world production environment it is important the tools and resources available to students be up to date and in working order. Ensuring that the equipment and resources are available to students in a priority for the department. What is the nature of the planned actions (please check all that apply)? 1.
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Other:_________________________________________________________________ 22 Appendix C: Program Learning Outcomes Considering your feedback, findings, and/or information that has arisen from the course level discussions, please reflect on each of your Program Level Outcomes. Program: Mass Communications (Journalism) 1.
PLO #1:Students will be able to apply knowledge and understanding of the Internet, including various databases in order to independently conduct the research they need to produce credible and well constructed content for publication 2.
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PLO #2:Students will gain knowledge of a broad range of equipment, software, trends, changes and tools needed to be successful in the journalism field PLO #3:Students gain critical understanding of journalism practices, including facts, standards, conventions, and principles, including critical understanding of internal and external forces affecting their operation. 4.
PLO #4:Students will be able to apply the separate skills of a journalist—writing and editing stories; taking and editing photographs; creating and editing graphics; recording and editing audio; as well as shooting and editing videos—in order to produce interactive media content. What questions or investigations arose as a result of these reflections or discussions? Explain: The PLOs have not been assessed yet. What program‐level strengths have the assessment reflections revealed? Strengths revealed: The PLOs have not been assessed yet. What actions has your discipline determined might be taken to enhance the learning of students completing your program? Actions planned: The PLOs have not been assessed yet. 23 Program: Mass Communications (TV Broadcasting) 5.
PLO #1: Understanding and development of the different types of productions created for television 6.
PLO #2: Use the current technology of television to develop and produce broadcast content. 7.
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PLO #4: What questions or investigations arose as a result of these reflections or discussions? Explain: The PLOs have not been assessed yet. What program‐level strengths have the assessment reflections revealed? Strengths revealed: The PLOs have not been assessed yet. What actions has your discipline determined might be taken to enhance the learning of students completing your program? Actions planned: The PLOs have not been assessed yet. 24