Oceanography
Outcome 1
Lynn Corliss
Measurable
Criteria
Students will be able to explain the application of
80% of the students will be able to
measurements of conductivity to determine salinity
complete lab and make graphs to
and discuss factors that affect the concentration of
interpret data
dissolved gases
Results:
The average score for fall 2008 to spring 2009 was 79%
2007-09 Assessment Report
Measurement
Tool
Time Frame
Lab notebook
End of class
Analysis and Action:
The online class was slightly higher than the face-to-face (81% compared to 77%). This is only comparing two classes and further data should be
reviewed before any conclusions are made.
Outcome 2
Measurable
Criteria
Measurement
Tool
Time Frame
Describe tidal currents and their associated
terminology
80% of the students will be able to
complete lab and answer questions
correctly
Lab notebook
End of class
Results:
The average score for fall 2008 to spring 2009 was 79%
Analysis and Action:
The online class was slightly higher than the face-to-face (81% compared to 77%). This is only comparing two classes and further data should be
reviewed before any conclusions are made.
Natural and Applied Sciences Division
1
Oceanography
Outcome 3
Lynn Corliss
Measurable
Criteria
Compare and contrast seasonal and biogeographic
80% of the students will be able to
productivity in the world ocean to terrestrial seasons
correctly answer the questions on
and biomes
the test related to this question
Results:
The average score for fall 2008 to spring 2009 was 77%
2007-09 Assessment Report
Measurement
Tool
Time Frame
Multiple choice exam
questions
End of class
Analysis and Action:
The online class was slightly higher than the face-to-face (77% compared to 68%). This is only comparing two classes and further data should be
reviewed before any conclusions are made.
Natural and Applied Sciences Division
2