LEARNING
OUTCOMES MATRIX
Purpose: The purpose of the major in
Psychology is to improve the analytical, writing, oral and reading skills of students
which will help prepare them for graduate school and better prepare them for
jobs/careers in their discipline.
Use of Assessment Findings: Results will be used to improve the
curriculum and strengthen the psychology including the revisions of existing
courses and development of new courses, where indicated to enhance the
graduates’ success in advanced degree programs and employment.
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Learning Outcomes |
Expected Results |
Assessment Methods |
actual results 2008-2009 |
use of results 2008-2009 |
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1.0 Students will learn basic
psychological concepts such as learning styles, psychological disorders,
personality theories, brain functions, psychosocial development, and states
of consciousness. All students will b major |
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90% of the students will become proficient in their knowledge of the
psychological concepts and principles. . |
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Class discussions, research papers, oral presentations and writing
assignments (see rubric) |
??%
of PSY100 students received a grade of “c” or better. Although this should be an indication of
proficiency, it is found to be too vague. |
Assessment Method will be modified. Develop
Pre and Post exams for psychology students, which will enable a direct comparison of learning during the course of the
initial exposure to psychology. |
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2.0 TC/PSY graduates will
complete a minimum of 200 hours at a placement relevant to their field of
study |
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100% of students will complete `PSY493 (Internship in Psychology) with
a minimum grade of “B.” |
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Analysis of internship site evaluations, class discussions, written
assignments, research, and oral presentations (see rubric) |
50%
of Psychology graduates completed all requirements of the PSY493 (Internship
in Psychology) and received favorable evaluations from site supervisors |
Optimal
outcome achieved. Revise curriculum to
make it more challenging. Begin research component in fall prior to
graduation. Replace with another
outcome. |
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3.0 All psychology students
will develop moderate technological competence using online research methods,
power point, and database retrieval. |
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90% of the students will design a research project, complete and
prepare a written and oral presentation. |
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Research projects, oral presentations, and power point demonstrations
(see rubric). |
75%
of psychology students completed research papers. Resources not available for power point
presentations |
Revise
curriculum pattern to ensure that students are more prepared for writing and
research component of course before assigning research projects. |