Improving Student and Organizational Learning Through Innovative Strategic Planning Processes

Martin, Vicki L.

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“…Oliva and Pawlas (2004) and Owens (2004) confirmed that using objective assessment data is part of effective leadership rather than making decisions based on mere speculation, opinion, or lack of information. Research has found that the effective assessment of student learning in education has been associated with implementation of action research, according to Nunes and McPherson (2000); and planning models and strategies, as reported by Erlandson, Stark, and Ward (1996) and Martin (2004). Pulliam (2000) highlighted the value in using assessment data and asking and discussing essential questions about cause and effect in planning meetings with teachers.…”

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The Context, Design, and Impact of System-Wide Assessments to Enhance Effectiveness in the Higher Colleges of Technology of the United Arab Emirates

Drummond

Robby

2012

International Journal of Quality Assurance in Engineering and Technology Education

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This paper examines the use of System-wide Assessments, an innovative initiative to enhance the accountability, quality, and effectiveness within the Higher Colleges of Technology of the United Arab Emirates. The authors review the historic and contemporary influences on college/university assessments and the key forces or factors which have shaped development and need of Outcome Assessments. The paper summarizes the literature on the best practices for assessment and promoting changes. The paper describes the objectives, structures, and processes involved with random use of System-wide Assessments among the 17 Federal colleges. A survey of 80 Deans and Chairs reports the perceptions and ratings of the process and impact of System-wide assessments. The lessons learned are described and inform recommendations for key components of an effective assessment system to promote accountability and improvement in higher education. Findings have significance for leaders of institutions of higher learning throughout the Middle East and the world.

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Section: Change Managementmentioning

confidence: 96%

The Context, Design, and Impact of System-Wide Assessments to Enhance Effectiveness in the Higher Colleges of Technology of the United Arab Emirates

Drummond

Robby

2012

International Journal of Quality Assurance in Engineering and Technology Education

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Faculty and Chair Perceptions and Ratings about System-Wide Assessments in the Higher Colleges of Technology

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Advanced Research in Adult Learning and Professional Development

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This chapter examines use of System-Wide Assessments (SWAs) in the Higher Colleges of Technology of the United Arab Emirates. These end-of-course assessments were designed to ensure consistency of standards, to measure student learning outcomes, and to improve the quality and effectiveness of instruction, courses, and programs. The author reviews literature highlighting the importance of outcome assessments, the relevant issues and trends in higher education, the challenges with implementation, and the type of support necessary for enhancing best practices. The chapter primarily describes the design and use of SWAs among the 17 Federal Colleges. It summarizes 2013 survey findings from 232 randomly selected respondents about the level of satisfaction and agreement among faculty and academic chairs about the purpose, process, value, and impact of SWAs. Findings identify what is perceived to be working well including the challenges and issues to promote continuous improvement in SWAs. From experiences and research findings, recommendations are offered for applying best practices and enhancing the effectiveness of assessments in higher education.

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Improving Student and Organizational Learning Through Innovative Strategic Planning Processes

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The Context, Design, and Impact of System-Wide Assessments to Enhance Effectiveness in the Higher Colleges of Technology of the United Arab Emirates

The Context, Design, and Impact of System-Wide Assessments to Enhance Effectiveness in the Higher Colleges of Technology of the United Arab Emirates

Faculty and Chair Perceptions and Ratings about System-Wide Assessments in the Higher Colleges of Technology

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