Chabot College MASS COMMUNICATIONS Program Review Report Check one: __X_ SLO Portion of Upcoming ’16‐’17 Program Review (Submitted May 2015 in Preparation for Oct 2015) ___ Revision to ’15‐’16 Program Review (Originally Submitted Oct 2014) ___ Revision to ’14‐’15 Program Review (Originally Submitted Oct 2013) Submitted on May 1, 2015 Contact: Chad Mark Glen 1 Appendix B: “Closing the Loop” Course‐Level Assessment Reflections. Course Semester assessment data gathered Number of sections offered in the semester Number of sections assessed Percentage of sections assessed Semester held “Closing the Loop” discussion Faculty members involved in “Closing the Loop” discussion MCOM 42 Spring 2015 1 1 100% Spring 2015 Chad Mark Glen Form Instructions:  Complete a separate Appendix B2 form for each Course‐Level assessment reported in this Program Review. These courses should be listed in Appendix B1: Student Learning Outcomes Assessment Reporting Schedule.  Part I: CLO Data Reporting. For each CLO, obtain Class Achievement data in aggregate for all sections assessed in eLumen.  Part II: CLO Reflections. Based on student success reported in Part I, reflect on the individual CLO.  Part III: Course Reflection. In reviewing all the CLOs and your findings, reflect on the course as a whole. PART I: MCOM 42 COURSE‐LEVEL OUTCOMES – DATA RESULTS Defined Target Scores* (CLO Goal) 75% of the class (CLO) 1: Demonstrate, through writing of commercials, various scoring a 3 or 4 CONSIDER THE COURSE‐LEVEL OUTCOMES INDIVIDUALLY (THE NUMBER OF CLOS WILL DIFFER BY COURSE) appeals including persuasion (CLO) 2: Explain the principles and fundamentals of writing for radio, audio, television and other visual media. (CLO) 3: Explain the principles and fundamentals of writing for radio, audio, television and other visual media. (CLO) 4: Students will be able to evaluate a print media story and condense it into broadcast form within 30 minutes. 2 75% of the class scoring a 3 or 4 75% of the class scoring a 3 or 4 75% of the class scoring a 3 or 4 Actual Scores** 77% of class scored either a 3 or a 4 indicating success in the context of this course 77% of class scored either a 3 or a 4 indicating success in the context of this course 77% of class scored either a 3 or a 4 indicating success in the context of this course 77% of class scored either a 3 or a 4 indicating success in the context of this course  If more CLOs are listed for the course, add another row to the table. * Defined Target Scores: What scores in eLumen from your students would indicate success for this CLO? (Example: 75% of the class scored either 3 or 4) **Actual scores: What is the actual percent of students that meet defined target based on the eLumen data collected in this assessment cycle? PART II: MCOM 42 COURSE‐ LEVEL OUTCOME REFLECTIONS A. MCOM 42 COURSE‐LEVEL OUTCOME (CLO) 1: 1. How do your current scores match with your above target for student success in this course level outcome? The scores exceeded the expected outcome. 2. Reflection: Based on the data gathered, and considering your teaching experiences and your discussions with other faculty, what reflections and insights do you have? Students were able to demonstrate understanding of the various appeals commercials use. B. MCOM 42 COURSE‐LEVEL OUTCOME (CLO) 2: 1. How do your current scores match with your above target for student success in this course level outcome? The scores exceeded the expected outcome. 2. Reflection: Based on the data gathered, and considering your teaching experiences and your discussions with other faculty, what reflections and insights do you have? Students were able to explain the principles and fundamentals of writing for radio, audio, television and other visual media. 3 C. MCOM 42 COURSE‐LEVEL OUTCOME (CLO) 3: 1. How do your current scores match with your above target for student success in this course level outcome? The scores exceeded the expected outcome. 2. Reflection: Based on the data gathered, and considering your teaching experiences and your discussions with other faculty, what reflections and insights do you have? Students were able to explain the principles and fundamentals of writing for radio, audio, television and other visual media. D. MCOM 42 COURSE‐LEVEL OUTCOME (CLO) 4: 1. How do your current scores match with your above target for student success in this course level outcome? The scores exceeded the expected outcome. 2. Reflection: Based on the data gathered, and considering your teaching experiences and your discussions with other faculty, what reflections and insights do you have? Students were able to evaluate a print media story and condense it into broadcast form within 30 minutes. PART III: MCOM 42 COURSE REFLECTIONS AND FUTURE PLANS 1. What changes were made to your course based on the previous assessment cycle, the prior Closing the Loop reflections and other faculty discussions? No changes were identified as needing to be made. 2. 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? No new insights were gained. 3. What is the nature of the planned actions (please check all that apply)? None 4 Appendix B: “Closing the Loop” Course‐Level Assessment Reflections. Course Semester assessment data gathered Number of sections offered in the semester Number of sections assessed Percentage of sections assessed Semester held “Closing the Loop” discussion Faculty members involved in “Closing the Loop” discussion MCOM 43 Spring 2014 1 1 100% Fall 2015 Chad Mark Glen & Larry Leach Form Instructions:  Complete a separate Appendix B2 form for each Course‐Level assessment reported in this Program Review. These courses should be listed in Appendix B1: Student Learning Outcomes Assessment Reporting Schedule.  Part I: CLO Data Reporting. For each CLO, obtain Class Achievement data in aggregate for all sections assessed in eLumen.  Part II: CLO Reflections. Based on student success reported in Part I, reflect on the individual CLO.  Part III: Course Reflection. In reviewing all the CLOs and your findings, reflect on the course as a whole. PART I: MCOM 43 COURSE‐LEVEL OUTCOMES – DATA RESULTS CONSIDER THE COURSE‐LEVEL OUTCOMES INDIVIDUALLY (THE NUMBER OF CLOS WILL DIFFER BY COURSE) (CLO) 1: Students will be able to list and define the variables on a rate card (CLO) 2: Assess the realistic, practical approaches to advertising sales, including research, sales presentation and airing of the commercial campaign 75% of the class scoring a 3 or 4 75% of the class scoring a 3 or 4 (CLO) 3: Explain the economics of broadcasting (CLO) 4: Apply various tools of advertising sales, such as rate cards, coverage maps, merchandising, surveys, rating book, etc. 75% of the class scoring a 3 or 4 75% of the class scoring a 3 or 4 (CLO) 5: 5 Defined Target Scores* (CLO Goal) 75% of the class scoring a 3 or 4 Actual Scores 77% of class scored either a 3 or a 4 indicating success in the context of this course 77% of class scored either a 3 or a 4 indicating success in the context of this course 77% of class scored either a 3 or a 4 indicating success in the context of this course 77% of class scored either a 3 or a 4 indicating success in the context of this course 77% of class scored either a 3 or a 4 Summarize the roles challenges and problems of the indicating success in station manager as it relates to station personnel, the context of this community member and Federal Communication course Commission  If more CLOs are listed for the course, add another row to the table. * Defined Target Scores: What scores in eLumen from your students would indicate success for this CLO? (Example: 75% of the class scored either 3 or 4) **Actual scores: What is the actual percent of students that meet defined target based on the eLumen data collected in this assessment cycle? PART II: MCOM 43 COURSE‐ LEVEL OUTCOME REFLECTIONS A.
MCOM 43 COURSE‐LEVEL OUTCOME (CLO) 1: 1. How do your current scores match with your above target for student success in this course level outcome? The current scores exceed the level indicated for success in this CLO. 2. Reflection: Based on the data gathered, and considering your teaching experiences and your discussions with other faculty, what reflections and insights do you have? Students were able to list and define the variables on a rate card. We’re meeting our goals.
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MCOM 43 COURSE‐LEVEL OUTCOME (CLO) 2: 1. How do your current scores match with your above target for student success in this course level outcome? We are exceeding the target student success rate. 2. Reflection: Based on the data gathered, and considering your teaching experiences and your discussions with other faculty, what reflections and insights do you have? Students were able to assess the realistic, practical approaches to advertising sales, including research, sales presentation and airing of the commercial campaign. 6 C.
MCOM 43 COURSE‐LEVEL OUTCOME (CLO) 3: 1. How do your current scores match with your above target for student success in this course level outcome? The current scores exceed the level indicated for success in this CLO. 2. Reflection: Based on the data gathered, and considering your teaching experiences and your discussions with other faculty, what reflections and insights do you have? Students were able to explain the economics of broadcasting D.
MCOM 43 COURSE‐LEVEL OUTCOME (CLO) 4: 1. How do your current scores match with your above target for student success in this course level outcome? The current scores exceed the level indicated for success in this CLO. 2. Reflection: Based on the data gathered, and considering your teaching experiences and your discussions with other faculty, what reflections and insights do you have? Students were able to apply rate cards, coverage maps, merchandising, surveys, and rating book tools of advertising sales. E.
MCOM 43 COURSE‐LEVEL OUTCOME (CLO) 5: 1. How do your current scores match with your above target for student success in this course level outcome? The current scores exceed the level indicated for success in this CLO. 2. Reflection: Based on the data gathered, and considering your teaching experiences and your discussions with other faculty, what reflections and insights do you have? Students were able to summarize the roles, challenges and problems of the station manager as it relates to station personnel, community member and Federal Communication Commission. 7 PART III: MCOM 43 COURSE REFLECTIONS AND FUTURE PLANS A. B. What changes were made to your course based on the previous assessment cycle, the prior Closing the Loop reflections and other faculty discussions? Found ways to assist students to matriculate through the course. 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? Strengths: Students who are able to summarize the roles challenges and problems of the station manager as it relates to station personnel, community member and Federal Communication Commission are better prepared for jobs in media management. Students who were able to assess the realistic, practical approaches to advertising sales, including research, sales presentation and airing of the commercial campaign demonstrate an understanding of media advertising campaigns. Students who are able to explain the economics of broadcasting demonstrate their understanding of how broadcasting is advertising based in a complex manner. Students who are able to apply various tools of advertising sales, such as rate cards, coverage maps, merchandising, surveys, rating book, etc. are better prepared for jobs in advertising, sales and marketing. Students who are able to list and define the variables on a rate card demonstrate an understanding of media sales and Account Executives. Actions: Continue to find ways to assist students to matriculate through the course. C. What is the nature of the planned actions (please check all that apply)? None 8 Appendix B: “Closing the Loop” Course‐Level Assessment Reflections. Course Semester assessment data gathered Number of sections offered in the semester Number of sections assessed Percentage of sections assessed Semester held “Closing the Loop” discussion Faculty members involved in “Closing the Loop” discussion MCOM 44 Fall 2014 1 1 100% Spring 2015 Chad Mark Glen Form Instructions:  Complete a separate Appendix B2 form for each Course‐Level assessment reported in this Program Review. These courses should be listed in Appendix B1: Student Learning Outcomes Assessment Reporting Schedule.  Part I: CLO Data Reporting. For each CLO, obtain Class Achievement data in aggregate for all sections assessed in eLumen.  Part II: CLO Reflections. Based on student success reported in Part I, reflect on the individual CLO.  Part III: Course Reflection. In reviewing all the CLOs and your findings, reflect on the course as a whole. PART I: MCOM 44 COURSE‐LEVEL OUTCOMES – DATA RESULTS CONSIDER THE COURSE‐LEVEL OUTCOMES INDIVIDUALLY (THE NUMBER OF CLOS WILL DIFFER BY COURSE) (CLO) 1: Implement proper microphone technique through studio work and critique their performance 75% of the class scoring a 3 or 4 (CLO) 2: Demonstrate how to read a teleprompter in a conversational manner (CLO) 3: Understand and perform the duties and responsibilities of the announcer/performer 9 Defined Target Scores* (CLO Goal) 75% of the class scoring a 3 or 4 75% of the class scoring a 3 or 4 Actual Scores** (eLumen data) More than 75% of the class scored a 3 or 4 in the given CLO would indicate success in the context of the course. More than 75% of the class scored a 3 or 4 in the given CLO would indicate success in the context of the course. More than 75% of the class scored a 3 or 4 in the given CLO would indicate success in the context of the course. 75% of the class scoring a 3 or 4 (CLO) 4: Utilize terminology, cues and hand signals (CLO) 5: Student will be able to critique their performance based on 10 criteria rubric 75% of the class scoring a 3 or 4 More than 75% of the class scored a 3 or 4 in the given CLO would indicate success in the context of the course. More than 75% of the class scored a 3 or 4 in the given CLO would indicate success in the context of the course.  If more CLOs are listed for the course, add another row to the table. * Defined Target Scores: What scores in eLumen from your students would indicate success for this CLO? (Example: 75% of the class scored either 3 or 4) **Actual scores: What is the actual percent of students that meet defined target based on the eLumen data collected in this assessment cycle? PART II: MCOM 44 COURSE‐ LEVEL OUTCOME REFLECTIONS A.
MCOM 44 COURSE‐LEVEL OUTCOME (CLO) 1: 1. How do your current scores match with your above target for student success in this course level outcome? The current scores exceed the level indicated for success in this CLO. 2. Reflection: 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 implement proper microphone technique through studio work and critique their performance are likely to achieve greater success. B.
MCOM 44 COURSE‐LEVEL OUTCOME (CLO) 2: 1. How do your current scores match with your above target for student success in this course level outcome? The current scores exceed the level indicated for success in this CLO. 2. Reflection: Based on the data gathered, and considering your teaching experiences and your discussions with other faculty, what reflections and insights do you have? 10 Students who know how to read a teleprompter in a conversational manner are likely to achieve greater success. C.
MCOM 44 COURSE‐LEVEL OUTCOME (CLO) 3: 1. How do your current scores match with your above target for student success in this course level outcome? The current scores exceed the level indicated for success in this CLO. 2. Reflection: 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 understand and perform the duties and responsibilities of the announcer/performer are likely to achieve greater success. D.
MCOM 44 COURSE‐LEVEL OUTCOME (CLO) 4: 1. How do your current scores match with your above target for student success in this course level outcome? The current scores exceed the level indicated for success in this CLO. 2. Reflection: 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 utilize terminology, cues and hand signals are likely to achieve greater success. E.
MCOM 44 COURSE‐LEVEL OUTCOME (CLO) 5: ADD IF NEEDED. 1. How do your current scores match with your above target for student success in this course level outcome? The current scores exceed the level indicated for success in this CLO. 2. Reflection: 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 utilize terminology, cues and hand signals are likely to achieve greater success. 11 PART III: MCOM 44 COURSE REFLECTIONS AND FUTURE PLANS A. B. What changes were made to your course based on the previous assessment cycle, the prior Closing the Loop reflections and other faculty discussions? Continued to provide assignments that required the use of skills and concepts taught in the course. 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? Strengths: Students were able to implement proper microphone technique through studio work and critique their performance. Students were able to demonstrate how to read a teleprompter in a conversational manner. Students were able to understand and perform the duties and responsibilities of the announcer/performer. Students were able to utilize terminology, cues and hand signals. Students were able to critique their performance based on 10 criteria rubric. Actions: Continue to find ways to assist students to matriculate through the course. C. What is the nature of the planned actions (please check all that apply)? Continue teaching the class in the same successful manner 12 Appendix B: “Closing the Loop” Course‐Level Assessment Reflections. Course Semester assessment data gathered Number of sections offered in the semester Number of sections assessed Percentage of sections assessed Semester held “Closing the Loop” discussion Faculty members involved in “Closing the Loop” discussion MCOM 50 Fall 2014 1 1 100% Spring 2015 Chad Mark Glen Form Instructions:  Complete a separate Appendix B2 form for each Course‐Level assessment reported in this Program Review. These courses should be listed in Appendix B1: Student Learning Outcomes Assessment Reporting Schedule.  Part I: CLO Data Reporting. For each CLO, obtain Class Achievement data in aggregate for all sections assessed in eLumen.  Part II: CLO Reflections. Based on student success reported in Part I, reflect on the individual CLO.  Part III: Course Reflection. In reviewing all the CLOs and your findings, reflect on the course as a whole. PART I: MCOM 50 COURSE‐LEVEL OUTCOMES –DATA RESULTS CONSIDER THE COURSE‐LEVEL OUTCOMES INDIVIDUALLY (THE NUMBER OF CLOS WILL DIFFER BY COURSE) (CLO) 1: Students will demonstrate the knowledge and skill necessary to produce professional sounding demo reel (CLO) 2: Operate all types of standard broadcast studio equipment (CLO) 3: Create, record, edit, and prepare for broadcast announcements and promotional copy suitable for use in professional environment (CLO) 4: Explain the operation of a general broadcast station (CLO) 5: Defined Target Scores* (CLO Goal) 75% of the class scoring a 3 or 4 75% of the class scoring a 3 or 4 75% of the class scoring a 3 or 4 75% of the class scoring a 3 or 4 75% of the class scoring a 3 or 4 Actual Scores** (eLumen data) 86% of class scored either a 3 or a 4 indicating a high success rate in the context of this course. 86% of class scored either a 3 or a 4 indicating a high success rate in the context of this course. 86% of class scored either a 3 or a 4 indicating a high success rate in the context of this course. 86% of class scored either a 3 or a 4 indicating a high success rate in the context of this course. 86% of class scored either a 3 or a 4 indicating a high success rate in the context of this course. Construct a complete radio audition tape, utilizing live and recorded sources, with smooth control of continuity and appropriate on‐air production techniques * Defined Target Scores: What scores in eLumen from your students would indicate success for this CLO? (Example: 75% of the class scored either 3 or 4) 13 **Actual scores: What is the actual percent of students that meet defined target based on the eLumen data collected in this assessment cycle? PART II: MCOM 50 COURSE‐ LEVEL OUTCOME REFLECTIONS A.
MCOM 50 COURSE‐LEVEL OUTCOME (CLO) 1: 1. How do your current scores match with your above target for student success in this course level outcome? The current scores exceed the level indicated for success in this CLO by 10.8% which is a great success rate. 2. Reflection: Based on the data gathered, and considering your teaching experiences and your discussions with other faculty, what reflections and insights do you have? There were no profound insights gained. B.
MCOM 50 COURSE‐LEVEL OUTCOME (CLO) 2: 1. How do your current scores match with your above target for student success in this course level outcome? The current scores exceed the level indicated for success in this CLO by 10.8% which is a great success rate. 2. Reflection: Based on the data gathered, and considering your teaching experiences and your discussions with other faculty, what reflections and insights do you have? There were no profound insights gained. C. MCOM 50 COURSE‐LEVEL OUTCOME (CLO) 3: 1. How do your current scores match with your above target for student success in this course level outcome? The current scores exceed the level indicated for success in this CLO by 10.8% which is a great success rate. 2. Reflection: Based on the data gathered, and considering your teaching experiences and your discussions with other faculty, what reflections and insights do you have? There were no profound insights gained. 14 D. MCOM 50 COURSE‐LEVEL OUTCOME (CLO) 4: 1. How do your current scores match with your above target for student success in this course level outcome? The current scores exceed the level indicated for success in this CLO by 10.8% which is a great success rate. 2. Reflection: Based on the data gathered, and considering your teaching experiences and your discussions with other faculty, what reflections and insights do you have? There were no profound insights gained. E. MCOM 50 COURSE‐LEVEL OUTCOME (CLO) 5: 1. How do your current scores match with your above target for student success in this course level outcome? The current scores exceed the level indicated for success in this CLO by 10.8% which is a great success rate. 2. Reflection: Based on the data gathered, and considering your teaching experiences and your discussions with other faculty, what reflections and insights do you have? There were no profound insights gained. 15 PART III: MCOM 50 COURSE REFLECTIONS AND FUTURE PLANS A. B. What changes were made to your course based on the previous assessment cycle, the prior Closing the Loop reflections and other faculty discussions? No dramatic changes were made. 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? Strengths: Students who are able to demonstrate the knowledge and skill necessary to produce professional sounding demo reel are better prepared to get an on‐air job interview. Students who are able to operate all types of standard broadcast studio equipment are able to work in both an audio production studio and on‐air radio station. Students who can create, record, edit, and prepare for broadcast announcements and promotional copy suitable for use in professional environment are better prepared for a job as a broadcast news writers. Students who can explain the operation of a general broadcast station are more prepared to understand the workings of a radio station and therefore, obtain a job. Students who can construct a complete radio audition tape, utilizing live and recorded sources, with smooth control of continuity and appropriate on‐air production techniques are better equipped to audition for a job in front of the mic in radio. Actions: Continue to find ways to assist students to matriculate through the course. C. What is the nature of the planned actions (please check all that apply)? Continue teaching the class in the same successful manner 16 Appendix B: “Closing the Loop” Course‐Level Assessment Reflections. Course Semester assessment data gathered Number of sections offered in the semester Number of sections assessed Percentage of sections assessed Semester held “Closing the Loop” discussion Faculty members involved in “Closing the Loop” discussion MCOM 56 (58 & 59 cross‐listed) Fall 2014 1 1 100% Spring 2015 Chad Mark Glen Form Instructions:  Complete a separate Appendix B2 form for each Course‐Level assessment reported in this Program Review. These courses should be listed in Appendix B1: Student Learning Outcomes Assessment Reporting Schedule.  Part I: CLO Data Reporting. For each CLO, obtain Class Achievement data in aggregate for all sections assessed in eLumen.  Part II: CLO Reflections. Based on student success reported in Part I, reflect on the individual CLO.  Part III: Course Reflection. In reviewing all the CLOs and your findings, reflect on the course as a whole. PART I: MCOM 56 COURSE‐LEVEL OUTCOMES – DATA RESULTS CONSIDER THE COURSE‐LEVEL OUTCOMES INDIVIDUALLY (THE NUMBER OF CLOS WILL DIFFER BY COURSE) (CLO) 1: Students will be able to operate on‐air studio console (CLO) 2: Students will be able to properly conduct their own radio show (CLO) 3: Produce two liners and two public service announcements. Defined Target Actual Scores** Scores* (eLumen data) (CLO Goal) 75% of the class  95.3% of class scored either a 3 scoring a 3 or 4 or a 4 indicating outstanding success in the context of this course.  67.4% (29 of 43 students) scored 4 in all 3 assessments and 27.9% (12 students) scored 3 in all 3 assessments. 75% of the class  95.3% of class scored either a 3 scoring a 3 or 4 or a 4 indicating outstanding success in the context of this course.  67.4% (29 of 43 students) scored 4 in all 3 assessments and 27.9% (12 students) scored 3 in all 3 assessments. 75% of the class  95.3% of class scored either a 3 scoring a 3 or 4 or a 4 indicating outstanding success in the context of this course. 17  67.4% (29 of 43 students) scored 4 in all 3 assessments and 27.9% (12 students) scored 3 in all 3 assessments.  If more CLOs are listed for the course, add another row to the table. * Defined Target Scores: What scores in eLumen from your students would indicate success for this CLO? (Example: 75% of the class scored either 3 or 4) **Actual scores: What is the actual percent of students that meet defined target based on the eLumen data collected in this assessment cycle? PART II: MCOM 56 COURSE‐ LEVEL OUTCOME REFLECTIONS A. MCOM 56 COURSE‐LEVEL OUTCOME (CLO) 1: 1. How do your current scores match with your above target for student success in this course level outcome? Incredibly successful. 2. Reflection: 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 able to operate an on‐air studio console have the ability to be a board operator at a radio station B. MCOM 56 COURSE‐LEVEL OUTCOME (CLO) 2: 1. How do your current scores match with your above target for student success in this course level outcome? Incredibly successful. 2. Reflection: 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 able to properly conduct their own radio show gain the confidence to perform well on‐air. C. MCOM 56 COURSE‐LEVEL OUTCOME (CLO) 3: 1. How do your current scores match with your above target for student success in this course level outcome? Incredibly successful. 18 2. Reflection: 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 produced two liners and two public service announcements successfully employed production techniques and writing skills. PART III: MCOM 56 COURSE REFLECTIONS AND FUTURE PLANS A.
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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? Continued to provide assignments that required the use of skills and concepts taught in the course. 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? Strengths: Providing feedback and encouraging students to be creative has allowed many of them to achieve more than they thought they were capable of. We are utilizing the radio station as an effective training environment for our students to achieve success as an on‐air personality. Students who are able to operate an on‐air studio console have the ability to be a board operator at a radio station. We are utilizing the radio station as an effective training environment for our students to achieve success as an on‐air personality. Actions: Continue teaching the class in the same successful manner. C.
What is the nature of the planned actions (please check all that apply)? Continue teaching the class in the same successful manner 19 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 AA and AA‐T degrees)  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. 
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. 
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? The overarching questions surrounded the ways in which we can better prepare our students for the workforce in our course material. The results were that we would continue to be mindful of seizing opportunities to expand our course content. What program‐level strengths have the assessment reflections revealed? Our strengths continue to be in connecting with our students in such a way that we are responsive to the areas in which they need to improve regarding particular subject matter. The following were the findings of our PLOs: PLO #1: Students were able to apply knowledge and understanding of the Internet, and various databases in order to independently conduct research they need to produce credible and well‐constructed content for publication. PLO #2: Students gained knowledge of a broad range of equipment, software, trends, changes and tools needed to be successful in the journalism field. PLO #3: Students gained understanding of journalism practices, facts, standards, conventions, principles, including critical understanding of internal and external forces affecting their operation. PLO #4: : Students were able to apply writing and editing stories; taking and editing 20 photographs; creating and editing graphics; recording and editing audio; as shooting and editing videos skills of a journalist in order to produce interactive media content. What actions has your discipline determined might be taken to enhance the learning of students completing your program? We are working on spending more time in the field to gain more real‐world experiences to bring back to the classroom. Program: Mass Communications (Radio‐ Mass Communications AA degree AND Radio and Television Broadcasting AA degree)  PLO #1: Communicate clearly using industry terminology of the radio profession.   PLO #2: Use the current technology of radio to develop (preproduction) broadcast content.   PLO #3: Use the current technology of radio to produce broadcast content. What questions or investigations arose as a result of these reflections or discussions? The overarching questions surrounded the ways in which we can better prepare our students for the workforce in our course material. The results were that we would continue to be mindful of seizing opportunities to expand our course content. What program‐level strengths have the assessment reflections revealed? Our strengths continue to be in connecting with our students in such a way that we are responsive to the areas in which they need to improve regarding particular subject matter. The following were the findings of our PLOs: PLO #1: Students were able to communicate clearly using industry terminology of the radio profession. PLO #2: Students used the current technology of radio to develop preproduction broadcast content. PLO #3: Students used the current technology of radio to produce broadcast programming. 21 What actions has your discipline determined might be taken to enhance the learning of students completing your program? We are working on spending more time in the field to gain more real‐world experiences to bring back to the classroom. Program: Mass Communications (Television‐ Mass Communications AA degree AND Radio and Television Broadcasting AA degree)  PLO #1: Understanding and development of the different types of productions created for television.  PLO #2: Use the current technology of television to develop and produce broadcast content. What questions or investigations arose as a result of these reflections or discussions? The overarching questions surrounded the ways in which we can better prepare our students for the workforce in our course material. The results were that we would continue to be mindful of seizing opportunities to expand our course content. What program‐level strengths have the assessment reflections revealed? Our strengths continue to be in connecting with our students in such a way that we are responsive to the areas in which they need to improve regarding particular subject matter. The following were the findings of our PLOs: PLO #1: Students were able to understand and develop different types of productions created for television. PLO #2: Students used the current technology of television to develop and produce broadcast programming. What actions has your discipline determined might be taken to enhance the learning of students completing your program? We are working on spending more time in the field to gain more real‐world experiences to bring back to the classroom. 22