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How I Reduced the DFW Rate

Today's Learner

We looked closely at our student surveys and program review data to see where students were having issues and which group of students were having issues. Our goal was to ensure all students were receiving the same content and an equitable learning experience.

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Assessment is fun?

Dr. Missy Alexander

Specifying my learning outcomes seemed to rein in that wandering to the detriment of a good Socratic learning experience. I read numerous program review reports every year, serve on visiting teams for university accreditation, and coordinate the writing of our institutional self-study.

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What universities should do now in the uncertain OPM landscape

EAB

In this podcast episode, EAB’s Carla Hickman and David Kuehl trace the evolution of online program managers and offer advice to today’s university leaders on how to partner with OPMs to boost online enrollment. Conduct course audits to ensure your course content is up to date with today’s technology and in-demand skills.

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Navigating Institutional Accreditation: How to Get it and Keep it: Helping colleges and universities navigate the accreditation process successfully

The Change Leader, Inc.

For example, proof of student learning outcome compliance requires the inclusion of program assessments and program review manuals, as well as completed program assessment and program review reports. The self-study must be submitted two months before the visiting team visit.

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Assessment and evaluation of microcredentials: What success looks like and to whom

WCET Frontiers

Micheal Voss, Dean of Instruction at Mesa Community College recommends an “annual threshold review of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and a more robust program review at least every 5 years. We must create opportunities for enhancement and/or implementation of corrective actions during the microcredentials planning phase.

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A Guide to the Accreditation Process with the National Commission for Academic Accreditation and Assessment (NCAAA)

Creatrix Campus

You will have to send the following basic paperwork to the NCAAA: Self-study reports and scales for self-evaluation Statistical data Program-related files (specification and report) Key Performance Indicators Results of three questionnaires: learning experiences questionnaire, course questionnaire, and questionnaire for program evaluation.

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Addressing the Changing Perceptions of Higher Education: The Challenges in Public Perception and Exploring Solutions to Ensure Sustainability

The Change Leader, Inc.

For example, transferring credits and recognizing prior learning experiences are often complex and burdensome for students. Programs periodically undergo a systemic review of the program outcomes (program assessment annually and program review every five years).