Graduate School Learning Assessment Information
(To be completed by all members following the A & B Exams)
Please CIRCLE an assessment value
1) Demonstrated an in-advanced knowledge of the field of study?
Gaps in basic knowledge. Does not
understand basic concepts,
processes, or conventions of the
discipline. Does not understand or
misses relevant literature.
0
1
2
Displays some understanding of
basic concepts. Literature review
adequate but not critical
3
below average
4
Displays a basic understanding of
the field and its concepts. Can
critically analyze weakness in
current knowledge. Explores
interesting issues and connections.
5
fair
6
7
Demonstrates mastery as well as
creativity in drawing on multiple
sources. Demonstrates a a deep
understanding of basic concepts
and relevant literature.
8
very good
9
10
outstanding
2) Demonstrated advanced research skills and independent/critical thinking?
Demonstrates inadequate ability to
analyze research data. Fails to
critically evaluate research findings .
0
1
2
Demonstrate moderate ability to
analyze research finding.
Somewhat critical but fails to
identify critical features of research
3
below average
4
Displays a solid understanding and
ability to analyze research findings
and draw appropriate conclusions.
Some exploration of interesting
issues and connections.
5
fair
6
7
Strong grasp of research
significance, strengths and
weaknesses. Carefully analyzed
information and drew appropriate
conclusions. Explored all relevant
sources and made interesting
connections.
8
very good
9
10
outstanding
3) How effective was the student's oral communication skills and ability to listen and
respond to questions?
Argument is weak, inconsistent,
contradictory, or invalid.
0
1
2
Oral communication is adequate.
Generally focuses on important
issues but may be weak on
occasion.
3
below average
4
Clearly and succinctly
communicates a solid argument
with clear and coherent details.
Generally focused.
5
fair
6
7
Compelling, exciting and
persuasive oral arguments.
Confident, independent, focused
and authoritative voice
8
very good
9
10
outstanding
4) How effective was the student's written communication skills?
Written work lacks structure and
organization. Writing contains
extensive errors.
0
1
2
Writing is adequate. Structure and
organization show some
weaknesses but otherwise is
sufficient.
3
below average
4
Writing is well organized and clear.
Structure is apparent and generally
consistent.
5
fair
6
7
Concise, engaging, interesting,
sophisticated and original writing.
Connects components seamlessly.
8
very good
9
10
outstanding
5) To what extent has the student demonstrated a commitment to advancing ethics
and the values of scholarship
Does not grasp ethical issues and
shows little evidence of advancing
the values of scholarship.
0
1
2
below average
Superficial grasp of ethical issues.
Advances scholarship when
expedient or convenient.
3
4
fair
Grasps issues of ethics and shows
solid advancement of the values of
scholarship
5
6
very good
7
Clearly shows a commitment to
advancing ethics and promoting
the values of scholarship
8
9
outstanding
10