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Accounting BS

2015-2016

Learning Competency

Measurement of Outcomes (How, Who)

Expected Performance

Assessment Date

Delivery Method/ Location

Actual Performance (Disaggregate)

Program Improvements

1. Accounting majors will be able to demonstrate a knowledge of basic accounting principles, accounting theory, tax, intermediate, cost accounting, biblical principles, and computer applications.

Pre-test and post-tests in each course: Intermediate Accounting 1 ACC313, Intermediate Accounting 2 ACC314, Individual Income Tax Accounting ACC411, Cost Accounting ACC337, Accounting Theory ACC430, Accounting Ethics ACC418, Computerized Accounting ACC217

20% average increase from pre-test to post-test

Aug (Summer) ATL AD Class Not Offered In 2015-2016, the Program was expanded to include an online format. The Accounting Theory class (ACC430) was dropped from the required curriculum.

Dec (Fall) ATL AD Class Not Offered

Apr (Spring) ATL AD Class Not Offered

Aug (Summer) CHA AD Class Not Offered Dec (Fall) CHA AD Class Not Offered Apr (Spring) CHA AD Class Not Offered Aug (Summer) HOU AD Class Not Offered Dec (Fall) HOU AD Class Not Offered Apr (Spring) HOU AD Class Not Offered Aug (Summer) JXN AD Class Not Offered Dec (Fall) JXN AD Class Not Offered Apr (Spring) JXN AD Class Not Offered Aug (Summer) MEM AD Class Not Offered Dec (Fall) MEM AD Class Not Offered Apr (Spring) MEM AD Class Not Offered Aug (Summer) VIRT Data not available Dec (Fall) VIRT 528 (n=24) was the

average increase from pre-test to post-test

Apr (Spring) VIRT 189.21 (n=24) was the average increase from pre-test to post-test

Aug (Summer) TRAD Course Not Offered Dec (Fall) TRAD 100% of students

achieved 20% or higher increase

Apr (Spring) TRAD 100% of students achieved 20% or higher increase

Accounting BS

2015-2016

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Assessment Date




2. Accounting majors will be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary for the next step in their professions (i.e. secure employment in the Accounting profession or be accepted at a graduate school for further study).

Placement survey of graduates 80% of students will secure a job in accounting profession or pursue further education within one year of graduation.

Aug (Summer) ATL AD Class Not Offered Previous to 2014-15 a Facebook Group was established for accounting alumni that helps them network and find accounting jobs. In 2015-16 the students in Accounting Ethics were required to join the Facebook Group and to connect to the instructor and to each other on LinkedIn.



Aug (Summer) CHA AD Class Not Offered Dec (Fall) CHA AD Class Not Offered Apr (Spring) CHA AD Class Not Offered Aug (Summer) HOU AD Class Not Offered Dec (Fall) HOU AD Class Not Offered Apr (Spring) HOU AD Class Not Offered Aug (Summer) JXN AD Class Not Offered Dec (Fall) JXN AD Class Not Offered Apr (Spring) JXN AD Class Not Offered Aug (Summer) MEM AD Class Not Offered Dec (Fall) MEM AD Class Not Offered Apr (Spring) MEM AD Class Not Offered Aug (Summer) VIRT 100% students in

Dec (Fall) VIRT 100% students in

Accounting Profession or graduate school

Apr (Spring) VIRT 100% students in Accounting Profession or graduate school

Aug (Summer) TRAD 100% students in

Dec (Fall) TRAD 100% students in

Accounting Profession or graduate school

Apr (Spring) TRAD 100% students in Accounting Profession or graduate school

Accounting BS

2015-2016

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Assessment Date




3. Accounting majors will be able to articulate their Worldview and the implications of their Worldview for their careers and relationships.

Worldview essays ACC418 100% of students will achieve satisfactory scores on worldview essays in ACC418 (Theory)

Aug (Summer) ATL AD Class Not Offered The worldview essays were shifted out of ACC 430 (Accounting Theory), which is no longer a required class, and put in ACC 418 (Accounting Ethics).



Aug (Summer) CHA AD Class Not Offered Dec (Fall) CHA AD Class Not Offered Apr (Spring) CHA AD Class Not Offered Aug (Summer) HOU AD Class Not Offered Dec (Fall) HOU AD Class Not Offered Apr (Spring) HOU AD Class Not Offered Aug (Summer) JXN AD Class Not Offered Dec (Fall) JXN AD Class Not Offered Apr (Spring) JXN AD Class Not Offered Aug (Summer) MEM AD Class Not Offered Dec (Fall) MEM AD Class Not Offered Apr (Spring) MEM AD Class Not Offered Aug (Summer) VIRT Course not offered Dec (Fall) VIRT 100% (1/1) of students

scored satisfactory or better

Apr (Spring) VIRT Not Offered Aug (Summer) TRAD Not Offered Dec (Fall) TRAD Not Offered Apr (Spring) TRAD 100% (6/6)

Arts Administration

2015-2016

Learning Competency



Assessment Dates

Actual Performance


1. Arts Administration majors will be able to demonstrate a broad understanding of the arts, their history, and contemporary expression.

Portfolio of introductory art assignments reviewed by course faculty. ART215

70% or more of students score satisfactory (B or better)

Apr (Spring) 100% (2/2) of students scored satisfactory

Target met. No changes needed.

2. Arts Administration majors will be able to demonstrate the ability to administrate all aspects of a specific arts-based project.

Internship evaluation completed by site supervisor and internship course faculty reflected in course grade. AAD450

70% or more of students receive “Satisfactory” on their professional competencies and work place skills

Apr (Spring) 100% (5/5) of students scored satisfactory.


3. Arts Administration majors will be able to articulate their worldview and its implications for their careers and relationships.

Evaluation of senior project by course faculty. AAD490

70% or more of students score "Good" or "Outstanding" in articulating a Christian Worldview of the arts

Apr (Spring) 100% (7/7) of students scored satisfactory


Art portfolio consists of all assignments for ART215 course.

Biblical Studies and Ministries BA

2015-2016

Learning Competency



Assessment Date




1. Undergraduate students will be able to demonstrate increase in their knowledge of the Christian Scriptures.

Pre/Post Tests in BIB 220 Survey of Old Testament or BIB 214 Old Testament History

20% or better average improvement for all undergraduate students on the post test over the pre-test.

Aug (Summer) TRAD Course not

To continue to develop course objectives in keeping with the goals for the courses

Dec (Fall) TRAD Improvement in BIB220 of 24%

Apr (Spring) TRAD Improvement in BIB221 of 30%

2. BIB majors will be able to examine the Bible to determine central meaning of assigned passages and interpret and apply that meaning appropriately.

Randomly selected papers are evaluated by a qualified outside reader (BIB 302, 308, 310, 311, 315, 316, or 317)

75% or more of BIB majors will score 75% or better on the assigned paper

Aug(Summer) TRAD Course not offered That the designated courses continue to include assignments with the goals stated in this AOA; that the goal be raised to 75% of the students achieving at least 80

Dec(Fall) TRAD Course not offered

Apr (Spring) TRAD 75% of the grades were over 75

3. BIB majors will be able to articulate their Worldview and the implications of their Worldview for their careers and relationships.

Post-internship interview where students discuss the internship experience, worldview issues, and future career plans with a faculty member

80% of students will score "Satisfactory" (A) on their internship and interview

Aug (Summer) TRAD Course not offered All of the students doing their internships in the academic year received an A for the course. This grade was confirmed by the evaluation forms sent in by the Field Supervisors of the interns: 55% of the interns received an average of 5 out of 5 from their supervisors (corresponding to 100%). 22.5% of the interns received a 4.9 out of 5 from their supervisors (corresponding to 98%). 22.5% of the interns received a 4.5 out of 5 from their supervisors (corresponding to 90%).

Dec (Fall) TRAD Course not offered

Apr (Spring) TRAD 100% Satisfactory (A)

Biology BS

2015-2016

Learning Competency Measurement of Outcomes (How, Who) Expected Performance Assessment Dates Actual Performance Program Improvements

1. Biology majors will be able to demonstrate general knowledge of cellular and molecular biology, genetics, and organismal biology.

Acceptance into Graduate School 100% of students applying to graduate school will be accepted

Apr (Spring) 1 applied and got accepted

Will consult with associate provost and colleagues in department then work with Registrar's office to include pass/fail notation on transcript. This will hopefully help students be more motivated to review

ETS Major Field Assessment Test (MFAT) in Biology BIO402

Seniors will perform in the top 75% national average of the MFAT

Apr (Spring)

Of 5 students, 1 scored about 75%

2. Biology majors will be able to research, organize and present scientific information in oral form.

Oral presentations to biology faculty evaluated using a quantitative scale BIO402 (first time)

70% or better is average score

Dec (Fall) Suspended during the 2015-2016 year. Resuming for 2016-2017

Reevaluating competency & assessment during 2015-2016. Presentations and their evaluation will resume in the 2016-2017 academic year. Oral presentations to biology faculty evaluated

using a quantitative scale BIO402 (second time)

70% or better is average score

Apr (Spring)

3. Biology HONORS majors will be able to design and implement a scientific laboratory or field experiment which includes the use of digital balances, spectrophotometry, computer- based statistical programs, or other advanced technique.

Presentation to individual faculty member BIO411

100% of student groups have presentations rated as eligible to apply for presentation at MAS competition

Dec (Fall) Suspended during the 2015-2016 year. Resuming for 2016-2017

Some background work has begun in an effort to restart a research program. Work will continue and possibly lead to research projects in the 2016-2017 academic year. Presentation to state judges at the Mississippi

Academy of Sciences (MAS) competition BIO412

100% of student groups have presentations accepted by MAS for presentation at MAS competition

Feb 100% (1/1) student applied and was accepted to present at MAS.

Presentation to state judges at the Mississippi Academy of Sciences (MAS) competition BIO412

20% of student groups have presentations that place in the top 3 in any category at MAS competition

Feb 0% (0/1) student who presented received an award at MAS.

Biology BS

2015-2016


4. Biology majors will be able to articulate their Worldview and the implications of their Worldview on their career and future relationships.

Worldview paper focused on students articulating the impact of their worldview on careers and relationships.

100% of students will score “Satisfactory” or better

Apr (Spring) 100% (5/5) students scored satisfactory.


Business Administration BSBA (TRAD) & BBA (ADST and ONLI) 2015-2016

Learning Competency

Measurement of Outcomes

(How, Who)


Assessment Dates


Actual Performance


1. Business Administration majors will be able to demonstrate a comprehensive general knowledge of the field of business.

Comprehensive Business Exam (CBE) which assesses student performance in eight areas of business: Accounting, Management, Economic Environment, Legal Environment, Finance, Marketing, Social Environment, and Internationals Business. BUS 419

100% of students will score at the 50 percentile (regional norms) or above on the CBE

Aug (Summer) ATL AD 3/4 students (75%) received 50% or higher Business Law and Finance Professors will review their curriculum for areas of improvement.

Dec (Fall) ATL AD 5/5 students (100%) received 50% or higher

Apr (Spring) ATL AD 3/4 students (75%) received 50% or higher Aug (Summer) CHA AD 100% of students scored a 75% or better Dec (Fall) CHA AD 50% of students scored 50% or better

Apr (Spring) CHA AD 100% of students scored a 75% or better Aug (Summer) HOU AD 50% (2/4) of students scored at the 50 percentile or

above

Dec (Fall) HOU AD 13% (2/4) of students scored at the 50 percentile or Apr (Spring) HOU AD 13% (2/4) of students scored at the 50 percentile or Aug (Summer) JXN AD no course during this time

Dec (Fall) JXN AD no course during this time Apr (Spring) JXN AD no course during this time Aug (Summer) MEM AD N/A, required course not offered. Dec (Fall) MEM AD N/A, required course not offered.

Apr (Spring) MEM AD 100% (4/4) students scored above the 50th percentile. Aug (Summer) DES AD N/A, required course not offered. Dec (Fall) DES AD N/A, required course not offered.

Apr (Spring) DES AD N/A, required course not offered. Aug (Summer) VIRT 72% (13/19) of students scored at the 50 percentile or

above Dec (Fall) VIRT 67% (12/18) of student scored at the 50 percentile or

above

Apr (Spring) VIRT Data not available

Dec (Fall) TRAD Class not attended Apr (Spring) TRAD More than 75% of students scored better than above

average in Accounting, Economics, Management, Ethics, Marketing and Global Business. Less Than 75% of students scored above average in Law and Finance.

Business Administration BSBA (TRAD) & BBA (ADST and ONLI) 2015-2016

Learning Competency


(How, Who)


Assessment Dates


Actual Performance


2. Business Administration majors will be able to demonstrate ability to apply their knowledge in business settings

Capstone simulation nationwide project CAPSIM where students compete in teams with teams from 200 schools. BUS419

100% of student teams will perform in the top 25% of the national competition.

Aug (Summer) ATL AD No student received average or above the normed scorecard

CAPSIM Simulation will be replaced by Globus simulation in Spring 2017.

Dec (Fall) ATL AD No CAPSIM results Apr (Spring) ATL AD 2/2 students received above average scores (neither in

top 25th percentile)

Aug (Summer) CHA AD 100% scored in the top 25%

Dec (Fall) CHA AD 100% scored in the top 25%

Apr (Spring) CHA AD 100% scored in the top 25%

Aug (Summer) HOU AD 67% (2/3) of teams performed in the top 25%

Dec (Fall) HOU AD 50% (1/2) of teams performed in the top 25%

Apr (Spring) HOU AD 50% (2/4) of teams performed in the top 25%

Aug (Summer) JXN AD no course during this time

Dec (Fall) JXN AD no course during this time

Apr (Spring) JXN AD no course during this time

Aug (Summer) MEM AD N/A, required course not offered. Dec (Fall) MEM AD N/A, required course not offered.

Apr (Spring) MEM AD 100% (4/4) performed in the top 25%.

Aug (Summer) DES AD N/A, required course not offered.

Dec (Fall) DES AD N/A, required course not offered.

Apr (Spring) DES AD N/A, required course not offered.

Aug (Summer) VIRT 100% (18/18) of teams performed in the top 25%

Dec (Fall) VIRT 94% (17/18) of teams performed in the top 25%


Dec (Fall) TRAD Class not offered Apr (Spring) TRAD Average team score is in the top 41% of CAPSIM.

Business Administration BSBA (TRAD) & BBA (ADST and ONLI)

2015-2016

Learning Competency


(How, Who)


Assessment Dates


Actual Performance


3. Business Administration majors will be able to demonstrate an ability to read, evaluate and formulate conclusions from the business research literature.

Final research paper graded by a faculty panel BBA350 (BBA) BUS305 (BSBA)

100% of students will achieve a score of 70% or better

Aug (Summer) ATL AD Not offered Target met, except for 1 section taught by an adjunct in the spring of 2016. A new full time instructor has been hired for that course for Fall 2017.

Dec (Fall) ATL AD Not offered Apr (Spring) ATL AD Not offered Aug (Summer) CHA AD Course not offered Dec (Fall) CHA AD Course not offered Apr (Spring) CHA AD Course not offered Aug (Summer) HOU AD NA (see Program Improvement

comment from 2014-2015)

Dec (Fall) HOU AD NA (see Program Improvement comment from 2014-2015)

Apr (Spring) HOU AD NA (see Program Improvement comment from 2014-2015)

Aug (Summer) JXN AD no course during this time Dec (Fall) JXN AD no course during this time Apr (Spring) JXN AD no course during this time

Aug (Summer) MEM AD N/A, required course not offered.

Dec (Fall) MEM AD N/A, required course not offered.

Apr (Spring) MEM AD 100% (4/4) achieved a score of 70% or better.




Aug (Summer) VIRT 100% (18/18) scored 70% or better

Dec (Fall) VIRT 100% (18/18) scored 70% or better

Apr (Spring) VIRT 100% (18/18) scored 70% or better

Dec (Fall) TRAD 100% (16/16) scored 70% or better

Apr (Spring) TRAD 46% (18/39) scored 70% or better

Available as BBA at Adult Studies sites in Houston, Jackson-LeFleur, and Memphis, as BSBA at Traditional program on main campus; and as BBA from the online campus.

Master of Business Administration (MBA)

2015-2016

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Assessment Dates




1. MBA students will be able to demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of quantitative and qualitative business practices and skills.

Comprehensive exam (CompXM) covering 12 subject areas with objective questions and essay questions (assessed using rubrics). Multiple graders used including faculty from main campus. Proficient or Advanced is considered passing.

80% of students achieve passing score on first attempt

Aug (Summer) ATL AD Course not offered Quantitative Decision making course added to curriculum to improve weak performance in Quantitative areas.

Dec (Fall) ATL AD 100% of students passed this term

Apr (Spring) ATL AD Course not offered

Aug (Summer) CHA AD Course not offered Dec (Fall) CHA AD 100% of students passed on first attempt

Apr (Spring) CHA AD 100% of students passed on first attempt

Aug (Summer) HOU AD 40% (2/5) of students achieved passing score on first attempt

Dec (Fall) HOU AD 20% (1/5) of students achieved passing score on first attempt

Apr (Spring) HOU AD 0% (0/3) of students achieved passing score on first attempt

Aug (Summer) JXN AD 37% (6/16) of students achieved passing scores on first attempt

Dec (Fall) JXN AD 22% (2/9) of students achieved passing scores on first attempt

Apr (Spring) JXN AD Course not offered





Dec (Fall) MEM AD 80% (4/5) achieved passing score on first attempt.

Apr (Spring) MEM AD N/A, required course not offered.

Aug (Summer) VIRT 0% (0/4) of students achieved passing score on first attempt

Dec (Fall) VIRT Data not available



2015-2016

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2. MBA students will demonstrate ability to apply marketing, finance, and management decisions in a realistic business situation

Capstone simulation nationwide project - enables students to compete in teams with 200 schools (MBA696)

100% of student teams will score in top 25%

Aug (Summer) ATL AD Course not offered Houston Dean and MBA Program Manager will come up with improvement plan for Houston campus.

Dec (Fall) ATL AD Course not offered Apr (Spring) ATL AD Course not offered

Aug (Summer) CHA AD Course not offered

Dec (Fall) CHA AD Course not offered Apr (Spring) CHA AD Course not offered

Aug (Summer) HOU AD 0% (0/1) of teams performed in the top Dec (Fall) HOU AD 0% (0/2) of teams performed in the top

25% Apr (Spring) HOU AD 0% (0/2) of teams performed in the top

25% Aug (Summer) JXN AD Course not offered

Dec (Fall) JXN AD Course not offered

Apr (Spring) JXN AD Course not offered Aug (Summer) DES AD N/A, required course not offered. Dec (Fall) DES AD N/A, required course not offered.

Apr (Spring) DES AD N/A, required course not offered. Aug (Summer) MEM AD N/A, required course not offered.

Dec (Fall) MEM AD 60% (3/5) scored in upper 25%


Aug (Summer) VIRT 100% (11/11) of teams performed in the top 25%

Dec (Fall) VIRT 100% (21/21) of teams performed in the Apr (Spring) VIRT Data not available


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3. MBA students will be able to evaluate ethical situations within business and industry within the context of a Christian world view.

Post-test questions on Ethics (MBA624)

100% of students will score 80% or higher on ethics questions paper

Aug (Summer) ATL AD 14/14 students received 80% or higher Target met in all campuses but Virtual Campus. Virtual Ethics instructors will be reviewed by Dean

Dec (Fall) ATL AD 3/3 students received 80% or higher Apr (Spring) ATL AD 6/6 students received 80% or higher Aug (Summer) CHA AD 100% of students scored 85% or better Dec (Fall) CHA AD Course not offered Apr (Spring) CHA AD Course not offered Aug (Summer) HOU AD 100% (12/12) of students scored 80% or

above Dec (Fall) HOU AD Assignment was removed from module

as of March, 2016 Apr (Spring) HOU AD Assignment was removed from module

as of March, 2016 Aug (Summer) JXN AD Course not offered

Dec (Fall) JXN AD Course not offered

Apr (Spring) JXN AD 100% (1/1) scored 80% or higher


Dec (Fall) DES AD 86% (6/7) scored 80% or higher.



Dec (Fall) MEM AD 92% (12/13) scored 80% or higher.


Aug (Summer) VIRT 86% (36/42) of students scored 80% or above

Dec (Fall) VIRT 85% (57/67) of students scored 80% or above

Apr (Spring) VIRT 64% (46/72) of students scored 80% or above

CompXM is administered within MBA696 course but data is reported/compiled on an annual basis. Reported Actual Performance data in format disaggregated by all delivery methods / locations Available at Adult Studies sites in Atlanta, Chattanooga, Dalton, Houston, Jackson-LeFleur, Memphis and at the Online campus.

Communication BA

2015-2016

Learning Competency Measurement of Outcomes (How, Who) Expected Performance Assessment

Dates Actual Performance Program Improvements

1. Communications majors will be able to demonstrate skills in producing, production, and reporting.

Internship scores on producing, production, and reporting (COM450)

75% or more of students score "Good" or "Outstanding" on professional competencies.

Apr (Spring)

75% of students scored "Good" or "Outstanding"

Scheduling more location production i f h

2. Communications majors will be able to write and produce a 1min 15sec video package in public affairs.

Students will be evaluated by faculty and practicing journalist on scripts, and production tapes using rubric evaluations (COM303)

100% of students score a 3 (out of 5) or better for public affairs reporting on performance evaluation

Apr (Spring) 85% of students scored a 3 (out of 5) or better for public affairs reporting on performance evaluation.

Scheduling more time in Lab/Studio for each student

3. Communications majors will be able to write a news story with a proper lead, with multiple sources in the correct tense, with strong verbs, in an inverted pyramid order.

Writing assessment assessed by faculty member and practicing journalists on articles submitted

20% of students have articles published in community papers or magazines

Apr (Spring)

15% of students had articled published

Students will receive more assistance with finding local papers and magazines to print their stories.

4. Communications majors will be able to articulate an understanding of a Biblical worldview as it relates to television producing, video packages and news writing through the Christian story of creation, fall, and redemption.

Package (like a new story) evaluated from a Christian worldview by faculty member and practicing journalists using a rubric.

70% of students score "Good" or "Outstanding" on Christian Worldview rubric criteria

Apr (Spring)

80% of students scored "Good" or "Outstanding" on Christian worldview rubric criteria.

Students will be required to submit their Biblical worldview twice during the semester to review.

5. Communications majors will be able to articulate their own Worldview and evaluate the implications of their Worldview for their careers and relationships.

Evaluation by Internship supervisors using a rubric and submitted to department chair.

80% of students will reach a rating of good or better on the evaluation rubric

Apr (Spring)

85% of students reached a rating of good or better

Students will be required to submit their Worldview as it relates to a particular career path.

Dance BA BFA

2015-2016

Learning Competency



Assessment Dates

Actual P f


1. Technical Studies/Performance: Students will be able to demonstrate an understanding of ballet, modern dance and world dance forms in their technical skill development, artistic interpretation, and performance skills in the studio, on stage and with the use of video technology

Individual faculty assesses performance tests - physical exams (refined Rubrics from 04-05), written tests in selected courses assessing correct use of ballet/modern terminology for their own courses; Faculty jointly assess student in Annual Evaluation (internal & external); Senior Projects which incorporate technical and performance skills/ presentation; and Juries (faculty panel to evaluate students in selected courses) for Variations and Pas de Deux courses; Additional adjunct faculty NASD representatives have recently reviewed our process of assessment.

BA students (80-85%) consistently perform at average to good levels in specified areas; BFA students (80-85%) consistently perform at good to excellent levels in specified areas

Testing at mid-semester and end of semester for all courses in physical and written exams Juries occur at end of semester Senior Project Concert is in mid Spring

BFA 99% good to excellent BA 95% good to excellent

Technique course midterm and final evaluations will be filmed, and students will be given the opportunity to watch the videos for purposes of self-assessment and improvement. The Dance Conditioning course will provide opportunities for students to grow in body awareness, strength, and flexibility. Principles from the Dance Conditioning course are linked to objectives in ballet and modern dance technique classes. The Dance Athletic Trainer and the faculty in the Principles of Dance Health course will continue to offer recommendations for injury prevention and wellness, which we hope will result in greater overall health and performance in dance students.

2. Dance Crafting/Making: Students will be able to use the elements of time, space and energy in crafting dances and assessing dance as a performing art

Individual faculty assess In class evaluations & Final Projects in their own courses. Faculty jointly assess students in Annual Evaluation (internal & external) and Senior Projects which incorporate dance making/crafting. Outside dance practitioners assess student choreography at Senior Project Concert. NASD representatives have recently reviewed our process of assessment.

BFA students (80%) consistantly perform at good to excellent levels in specified areas; BA students (80%) perform at average to good levels in specified areas

Evaluations ongoing throughout each semester and end of semester for final projects; Senior Project Concert is in mid Spring


Faculty in Composition and Choreography courses will aim to provide more opportunities for viewing choreography outside of the classroom through student concerts, presentations in dance department meetings, university exchanges, and local performances to broaden students’ exposure to dance-crafting practices. New methods for critique and assessment of choreographic works will be explored through class discussions.

Dance BA BFA

2015-2016

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Assessment Dates

Actual P f


3. Dance History: Students will be able to research, formulate ideas, and present the origins of dance, its development and its future

Individual faculty assess In class written tests, oral presentations, and research papers in their own courses. Faculty jointly assess students in Annual Evaluation and Senior Projects which incorporate research, writing, and oral presentations. NASD representatives have recently reviewed our process of assessment.

Students (80%) perform at good- excellent level with higher quality of overall research, writing, and oral presentation meeting NASD standards.

Ongoing written tests throughout each semester; One major research paper and oral presentation required in each class; Senior Project research component/Oral presentation is in mid- Spring


Faculty for Dance History courses will collaborate with the BU Learning Center to assist students who struggle with research and writing. Faculty will meet with students who are underperforming on assignments and tests to make a plan for improvement. Students will be given more opportunities to view historical dance films and to participate in class discussions to facilitate the assimilation of complex ideas.

4. Students will be able to articulate their Worldview and the implications of that Worldview for their careers and relationships.

Individual faculty assess oral and visual dance presentations, and research papers in their own courses. Faculty jointly assess students in Annual Evaluation and Senior Projects with a component required for articulation of Christian worldview.

BFA and BA students (80-90%) perform at good to excellent level.

BFA 100% good to excellent; BA 98% good to excellent

Students in Orientation to Dance (required course for freshmen dance majors) will write about how their worldview influences their approach to dance training and performance. Students in Senior Project (required capstone course for dance majors) articulate how a Christian worldview relates to their focused research through written assignments, oral presentation, and/or post-performance Q&A. This course has been re-formatted to allow for more collaboration between students, which helps to foster dialogue about the Christian worldview.

*Internal review: Dance faculty meet once a year with each dance major/minor to assess overall growth in dance studies, using a prepared form External review: Visiting local and national dance companies are invited to attend a concert of student work and use a prepared form to critique the students’ competency in dance

Education BS

2015-2016

Learning Competency



Assessment Dates

Actual Performance


1. Possessing a strong knowledge of subject-matter content and of state and national standards, the candidate, using critical thinking skills and creative inquiry, creates learning experiences that makes subject matter meaningful and useful for students.

Planning/Preparation Criteria 1-6 on TIAI Assessment by Univ. Sup.

2 (out of 3) "Competent” is students' average score

Dec (Fall) 2.45 Education faculty are redesigning the assessment system to meet new institutional and accreditation requirements and expectations. **

Apr (Spring) 2.53

Planning/Preparation Criteria 1-6 TIAI Assessment by Cooperating Teacher


Dec (Fall) 2.74 Apr (Spring) 2.89

Praxis II Subject Area Exams (as set by MDE)

100% of students achieve passing score (as defined by MDE) on Praxis II Subject Area Exams

Dec (Fall) 100%

Apr (Spring) 100% Surveys sent to principals of first-year teacher (from previous year)

90% of students rate "Good" 3 (out of 5) or higher

Apr (Spring) 93.4%

2. After applying knowledge of learning theories, the candidate selects and implements a variety of instructional methods and strategies based on the knowledge of the learner and the task, in order to develop students’ critical thinking, problem solving and performance skills.

Teaching for Learning Criteria 10-24- TIAI Assessment by University


Dec (Fall) 278 Apr (Spring) 2.84

Teaching for Learning Criteria 10-24 TIAI Assessment Evaluation by



Praxis II PLT Exams (as set by MDE) 100% of students achieve passing score (as defined by MDE) on Praxis II PLT Exams

Dec (Fall) 100%

Apr (Spring) 100% Surveys sent to principals of first-year teacher (from previous year)

90% of students rate "Good" 3 (out of 5) or higher

Apr (Spring) 91.6%

3. Recognizing that assessment is an ongoing process involving multiple strategies and a variety of techniques, then analyzes and uses the assessment data to monitor and document student learning in order to improve instruction Items assessed from written lesson and unit plans, classroom observations, and from other artifacts (pretests, inventories, surveys, etc.).

Assessment of Student learning Criteria Part II Criteria 7 & 8 on TIAI Assessment

2 out of 3 for Average of Coop. Tech and College Sup scores on two criteria

Dec (Fall) 2.81

Apr (Spring) 2.86 Final Evaluation Criteria 1-4 by College Supervisors and Cooperating Teachers

3 (out of 4) "Competent" as students' average score

Dec (Fall) 2.75

Apr (Spring) 2.79

Education BS

2015-2016

Learning Competency



Assessment Dates

Actual Performance


4. Utilizing effective communication and collaboration strategies, the candidate can build inclusive learning environments that incorporate the needs and perspectives of students, families, colleagues and communities, (evaluations by college and teacher supervisors). Education majors will be able to articulate the impact of their worldview on their career and relationships effectively integrating the Christian worldview

Disposition Rating Scales by Cooperating Teacher

Students’ mean score is “Satisfactory” 3 (out of 4) or higher

Dec (Fall) 3.79 Education faculty are redesigning the assessment system to meet new institutional and accreditation requirements and expectations. **

Apr (Spring) 3.84

Disposition Rating Scales by Faculty/College Supervisor

Students’ mean score is “Satisfactory” 3 (out of 4) or higher


Reflective analysis on CWV in EDU332 (juniors) fall and spring

2 (out of 3) “Satisfactory” is students’ mean score Fall/Spring 2.78

Reflective analysis on CWV in EDU400- 405 (seniors)

Student’s mean score is “Satisfactory”3 (out of 4) or higher


TIAI - Teacher Intern Assessment Instruments TIAI and Surveys Rating Scale: 3=Target, 2=Acceptable, 1=Emerging 0= Unacceptable Disposition Rating Scale: 1=Unsatisfactory, 2=satisfactory, 3=Accomplished Final evaluation of teaching Scale: 1=Unacceptable, 2=Emerging, 3=Acceptable, 4=Distinguished

**New Quality Assurance Assessment System to be piloted FALL 2016

Master of Education (MED), Master of Education Reading Literature (MED RL), and Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT)

2015-16

Learning Competency Measurement of Outcomes (How, Who) Expected Performance Assessment Dates*



2014-2015

Actual Performance

2015-2016

2015-2016 N =


Domain 1 - Professional Knowledge Base 1. With a strong knowledge of subject-matter content & of state & national standards, the candidate, using critical thinking skills & creative inquiry, creates learning experiences that makes subject matter meaningful & useful for students.

Jackson, DeSoto, Orlando, & Online Candidates' mean scores on the Comprehensive Paper - Domain 1: Learning Environments - Evaluated by faculty using an assessment rubric.

A "Passing Score" of 7.0 or better on a 9.0 scale is the acceptable candidate score for Domain I on the Comprehensive Paper. Any Domain in which a candidate falls below a 7.0 will require a rewrite to that Domain.

Aug (Sum) JAX GTE/Vir no candidates 7.6 12

This category will be revised to reflect both the professional knowledge base and the application to practice of Topic 1 (Learning Environment)

**Dec (Fall) JAX GTE/Vir 7.6 7.8 25 **May (Spr) JAX GTE/Vir 7.5 7.6 30 Aug (Sum) Desoto no candidates 7.3 1 Dec (Fall) Desoto no candidates 7.7 6

**May (Spr) Desoto 7.3 7.7 2 Aug. (Sum) Orlando no candidates 7.6 1 Dec (Fall) Orlando 7.3 9.0 1 May (Spr) Orlando 7.5 Program Discontinued in Orlando Aug (Sum) VIRT Now combined with Jackson Dec (Fall) VIRT Now combined with Jackson

Apr/May (Spr) VIRT Now combined with Jackson

Domain 2 - Instructional methods and teaching strategies 2. After applying knowledge of learning theories, the candidate selects & implements a variety of instructional methods & strategies based on the knowledge of the learner and the task, in order to develop students’ critical thinking, problem solving & performance skills.

Jackson, DeSoto, Orlando, & Online Candidates' mean scores on the Comprehensive Paper - Domain 2: Methods and Teaching Strategies - Evaluated by faculty using an assessment rubric.

A "Passing Score" of 7.0 or better on a 9.0 scale is the acceptable candidate score for Domain 2 on the Comprehensive Paper. Any Domain in which a candidate falls below a 7.0 will require a rewrite to that Domain.


This category will be revised to reflect both the professional knowledge base and the

application to practice of Topic 2 (Applications of Content)

Dec (Fall) JAX GTE/Vir 7.6 7.8 25 May (Spr) JAX GTE/Vir 7.5 7.6 30 Aug (Sum) Desoto no candidates 7.6 1 Dec (Fall) Desoto no candidates 7.9 6 May (Spr) Desoto 7.4 7.6 2 Aug (Sum) Orlando no candidates 7.6 Dec (Fall) Orlando 7.3 7.6 May (Spr) Orlando 7.6 Program Discontinued in Orlando Aug (Sum) VIRT Now combined with Jackson

Dec (Fall) VIRT Now combined with Jackson

May (Spr) VIRT Now combined with Jackson

Master of Education (MED), Master of Education Reading Literature (MED RL), and Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT)

2015-16

Learning Competency Measurement of Outcomes (How, Who) Expected Performance Assessment Dates*



2014-2015

Actual Performance

2015-2016

2015-2016 N =


Domain 3 - Assessment and Use of Data 3. Recognizing that assessment is an ongoing process involving multiple strategies & a variety of techniques, the candidate determines & uses appropriate assessment instruments & analyzes & uses the assessment data to monitor & document student learning in order to improve instruction.

Jackson, DeSoto, Orlando, & Online Candidates' mean scores on the Comprehensive Paper - Domain 3: Assessment and Use of Data - Evaluated by faculty using an assessment rubric.



This category will be revised to reflect both the professional knowledge base and the application to practice of Topic 3 (Instructional Strategies)

Dec (Fall) JAX GTE/Vir 7.3 7.7 25 May (Spr) JAX GTE/Vir 7.7 7.6 30 Aug (sum) Desoto no candidates 7.4 1 Dec (Fall) Desoto no candidates 7.8 6 May (Spr) Desoto 7.2 7.5 2 Aug (Sum) Orlando no candidates 7.6 1

Dec (Fall) Orlando 7.2 7.6 1

May (Spr) Orlando 7.3 Program Discontinued in Orlando

Aug (Sum) VIRT Now combined with Jackson

Dec (Fall) VIRT Now combined with Jackson

Apr/May (Spr) VIRT Now combined with Jackson

Domain 4 - Reflective Practice 4.Using effective communication & collaboration strategies, the candidate can build inclusive learning environments that incorporate the needs & perspectives of students, families, colleagues & communities, effectively integrating the Christian worldview.

Jackson, DeSoto, Orlando, & Online Candidates' mean scores on the Comprehensive Paper - Domain 4: Reflective Practice -Evaluated by faculty using an assessment rubric.


Aug(Sum) JAX GTE/Vir no candidates 7.3 12

This category will be revised to reflect both the professional knowledge base and the application to practice of Topic 4 (Reflection and Continuous Growth).

Dec (Fall) JAX GTE/Vir 7.3 7.6 25 May (Spr) JAX GTE/Vir 7.6 7.5 30 Aug (Sum) Desoto no candidates 6.9 1 Dec (Fall) Desoto no candidates 7.6 6 May (Spr) Desoto 7.0 7.6 2 Aug (Sum) Orlando no candidates 6.9 1 Dec (Fall) Orlando 7.0 7.9 1 May (Spr) Orlando 7.4 NA Aug (Sum) VIRT Now combined with Jackson Dec (Fall) VIRT Now combined with Jackson

Apr/May (Spr) VIRT Now combined with Jackson Comprehensive Paper Rubrics: Level 1: Unsatisfactory = 5pts Level 2: Emerging = 6pts Level 3: Effective = 7pts Level 4: Distinguished = 8-9pts

Health Administration BHA 2015-2016

Learning Competency Measurement of Outcomes (How, Who)

Expected Performance Assessment Dates Delivery Method / Location



1. BHA Majors will be able to demonstrate the ability to apply knowledge to health care settings.

Healthcare practitioner interview report (BHA326) to identify the role of the health administrator, quality implementation and outcomes, and experiences and insights shared by the practitioner.

95% of students will score 75% or better on the healthcare practitioner interview report

Aug (Summer) ATL AD Not offered The Program Director distributed a list of areas needing improvement to all program faculty so that more emphasis could be placed on those areas.

Dec (Fall) ATL AD Not offered Apr (Spring) ATL AD Not offered Aug (Summer) CHA AD No offered Dec (Fall) CHA AD Not offered Apr (Spring) CHA AD Not offered Aug (Summer) HOU AD NA (no class scheduled

at this time) Dec (Fall) HOU AD NA (no class scheduled

at this time) Apr (Spring) HOU AD 100% (9/9) scored 75%

or better Aug (Summer) JXN AD no response from

professor Dec (Fall) JXN AD No BHA326 during Fall

2015 Apr (Spring) JXN AD no response from

professor Aug (Summer) DES AD N/A, required course not

offered Dec (Fall) DES AD N/A, required course not

offered. Apr (Spring) DES AD N/A, required course not

offered. Aug (Summer) MEM AD 100% (3/3) scored 90%

or better. Dec (Fall) MEM AD N/A, required course not

offered. Apr (Spring) MEM AD N/A, required course not

offered Aug (Summer) VIRT 100% (2/2) scored 75%

or better Dec (Fall) VIRT 86%(19/22) scored 75%

or better


Learning Competency



Assessment Dates Delivery Method / Location

Actual Performance (Disaggregate) Program Improvements

2.BHA majors will be able to identify ethical principles in health care settings.

Pre/Post test administered in the Ethics course BHA402

100% of students will improve their scores by 75% or more, from the pre-test to the post test

Aug (Summer) ATL AD Not offered The Christian Worldview and ethics are incorporated into each course in the BHA Program. Instructors use biblical examples and cases in their course curriculum.

Dec (Fall) ATL AD All students received 100% on both pre and post tests

Apr (Spring) ATL AD Not offered Aug (Summer) CHA AD Not offered Dec (Fall) CHA AD Not offered Apr (Spring) CHA AD Not offered) Aug (Summer) HOU AD NA (no class scheduled at this time) Dec (Fall) HOU AD NA (no class scheduled at this time) Apr (Spring) HOU AD 83% (5/6) improved their scores by

75% or more, from the pre-test to the post-test.

Aug (Summer) JXN AD Ms. Dean believes she sent this information already to someone in the business department and she no longer has this.

Dec (Fall) JXN AD Ms. Dean believes she sent this information already to someone in the business department and she no longer has this.

Apr (Spring) JXN AD No BHA402 during Spring 2016. Aug (Summer) DES AD 0% (0/2) improved their score by

75%. Dec (Fall) DES AD N/A, required course not offered. Apr (Spring) DES AD N/A, required course not offered. Aug (Summer) MEM AD N/A, required course not offered. Dec (Fall) MEM AD N/A, required course not offered. Apr (Spring) MEM AD 77% (7/9) improved their score by

75%. Aug (Summer) VIRT Course not offered Dec (Fall) VIRT 100% (2/2) improved their scores by

75% or more

Health Administration BHA

2015-2016





3. BHA majors will be able to demonstrate an ability to read, evaluate, and formulate conclusions from the health care administration research literature.

Healthcare marketing audit (BHA 411) incorporating information learned in the five healthcare specific courses: audit includes research, a marketing strategy, implementation in a healthcare setting and results of a healthcare organization.

95% of students will score 75% or better on marketing audit

Aug (Summer) ATL AD Not offered Students are required to complete writing assignments on a regular basis using outside resources. They are also required to utilize the APA format throughout the program to prepare them for advancement into a graduate program.

Dec (Fall) ATL AD Not offered Apr (Spring) ATL AD Not offered Aug (Summer) CHA AD 100% Dec (Fall) CHA AD Not offered Apr (Spring) CHA AD Not offered Dec (Fall) JXN AD not available Apr (Spring) JXN AD 100% (18/18) scored

75% or higher Aug (Summer) DES AD N/A, required course not

offered. Dec (Fall) DES AD N/A, required course not

offered. Apr (Spring) DES AD N/A, required course not

offered. Aug (Summer) MEM AD 100% (4/4) students

made 75% or better. Dec (Fall) MEM AD N/A, required course not

offered. Apr (Spring) MEM AD N/A, required course not

offered. Dec (Fall) JXN AD not available Aug (Summer) HOU AD NA (no class scheduled

at this time) Dec (Fall) HOU AD 100% (6/6) scored 75%

or better Apr (Spring) HOU AD 86% (6/7) scored 75%

or better Aug (Summer) VIRT Course not offered Dec (Fall) VIRT Course not offered Apr (Spring) VIRT 95% (21/22) scored 75%

or better






4. BHA majors will be able to understand the various functions of the United States health care system.

Pre/Post test administered in the BHA 315 course

100% of students will improve their scores by 75% or more, from the pre-test to the post-test

Aug (Summer) ATL AD Not offered Students are exposed to all kinds of healthcare environments and career possibilities throughout the BHA coursework. Many of them discover what they want to do in healthcare as a result of the BHA Program.

Dec (Fall) ATL AD Not offered Apr (Spring) ATL AD 100% of students'

grades improved by over 75%

Aug (Summer) CHA AD Not offered Dec (Fall) CHA AD Not offered Apr (Spring) CHA AD Not offered Aug (Summer) HOU AD Data not reported Dec (Fall) HOU AD NA (given as an IS only) Apr (Spring) HOU AD NA (no class scheduled

at this time) Aug (Summer) JXN AD 79% or 11/14 students

scored 75% or higher Dec (Fall) JXN AD No BHA315 during Fall

2015. Apr (Spring) JXN AD 22% or 2/9 improved by

75% or more Aug (Summer) DES AD N/A, required course not

offered. Dec (Fall) DES AD N/A, required course not

offered. Apr (Spring) DES AD 0% (0/7) improved their

score by 75% (All improved some but not 75% more than pre-test).


Dec (Fall) MEM AD 0% (0/8) improved their score by 75% (All improved some but not 75% more than pre-test).


Aug (Summer) VIRT Data not available Dec (Fall) VIRT Course not offered Apr (Spring) VIRT Course not offered

Reported Actual Performance data in format disaggregated by all delivery methods/locations Available at Adults Studies sites in Atlanta, Chattanooga, Dalton, Houston, Jackson-LeFleur, DeSoto, and Memphis, and Online

1

Health Administration MHA (ONLINE CAMPUS ONLY)

2015-2016

Learning Competency Measurement of Outcomes How, Who

Expected Performance Assessment

Dates Actual Performance

(Disaggregate) Program Improvements

1. MHA students will be able to integrate theory and practical applications across the functional areas of healthcare administration.

Completion of the Quality Case Study Analysis Paper (MHA 668) to analyze healthcare quality and its applicability to the role and responsibilities of the healthcare administrator. The Quality Case Study Analysis will be evaluated by the course faculty using the Quality Case Study Analysis Rubric.

90% of students will score 80% or higher on the Quality Case Study Analysis Paper.

Aug (Summer) 85% (23/27) of students scored 80% or above

Program Manager will determine if goals are set too high .

Dec (Fall) 94% (17/18) of students scored 80% or above

Apr (Spring) 83% (34/41) of students scored 80% or above

2. MHA students will be able to demonstrate an ability to read, evaluate, and formulate conclusions from the healthcare administration research literature.

Completion of the Issues Analysis Paper (MHA 608) to perform a comparative analysis of multiple hospital or health systems and their applicability as it relates to various issues encountered by the healthcare administrator. The Issues

90% of students will score 80% or higher on the Issues Analysis Paper.


Program Manager will meet with faculty to determine areas of improvement



3. MHA students will be able to assess key issues relating to legal, ethical, socially-responsible, and sustainable business practices, and apply them to the development of effective management solutions

Completion of the Portfolio Paper (MHA624) covering the array of topics discussed and presented in the course. The Portfolio Paper will be evaluated by the course faculty using the Portfolio Paper rubric.

90% of students will score 80% or higher on the Portfolio Paper.


Program Manager will determine if goals are set too high .



4. MHA students will demonstrate well-developed problem-solving skills including the ability to recognize problems; analyze certain situations; interpret and use data and evidence in drawing conclusions; develop alternative solutions; and adapt and innovate in various healthcare settings.

Completion of the Capstone Research Project (MHA670) focused on research, relevance to current practice, on making a difference in the healthcare environment. The Capstone Research Project will be evaluated by the course faculty using the Capstone Research Project. Rubric.

95% of students will score 80 or higher on the Capstone Research Project.


Program Manager will meet with faculty to determine areas of improvement

Dec (Fall) Course not offered


History BA

2015-2016


1. History majors will be able to respond appropriately to interpretive questions about past historians and their contributions.

Capstone Test HIS401

90% or more of students score 73% or better Dec (Fall) 66% Expand lectures, reading

assignments, and reports on important historians. Add test questions on them.

33% or more of students score 92% or higher Dec (Fall) 33%

2. History majors, using technology resources including research tools at the Mississippi State Department of Archives and History, will be able to conduct original research in primary sources and write a formal paper that presents their findings.

Capstone Research Paper and Electronic Portfolio Evaluation presenting original research in primary sources evaluated by two faculty according to specified criteria HIS401

90% of students or more score 70% (C) or better Dec (Fall) 83% Require visits to state

archives and museums. Recommend that majors join the Miss. Hist. Society and attend its meetings. Reactivate Phi Alpha Theta honor society.

40% of students or more score 92% (A) or better (competency level needed for graduate school)

Dec (Fall)

50%

3. History majors in upper-level courses will be able to explain the basic themes and describe the key persons and events in United States history and European history.

Essay tests and research papers in certain upper-level classes. HIS201, 202, 342 401, PSC212, 301

80% of students or more score 70% or better

Dec (Fall) 78% Require more office conferences for all students. Require readings & reports on key persons in U. S. & European history.

Apr (Spring) 68%

Capstone tests based on comprehensive standardized textbook questions. HIS201, 202, 342, 401, PSC212, 301


Dec (Fall) 23% Apr (Spring) 29%

Comprehensive oral exam using evaluation form. HIS201, 202, 342 401, PSC212, 301

80% or better are students' mean scores

Dec (Fall) 100%

Apr (Spring) 100%

History BA

2015-2016


4. History majors, in low-level courses, will be able to identify and explain specific events, persons, and trends in United States history and European history.

Objective and essay tests and assigned research papers in certain classes HIS 225 & 226


Dec (Fall)

75% Require that adjuncts meet with students whose grades fall below the B level by midterm. Assign more reading.

Apr (Spring)

80%

Capstone tests based on comprehensive standardized textbook questions HIS 225 & 226


Dec (Fall)

12%

Apr (Spring)

35%

80% or better are students' mean scores

Dec (Fall)

35%

Apr (Spring)

100%

5. History majors will be able to integrate Christian principles with their interpretation of past and present events and to articulate their Worldview and the implications of their Worldview for their careers and relationships.

Oral (class discussions) and written (papers and tests) presentations on the relevance of Christian principles in history evaluated by interdepartmental faculty and course instructors HIS201, 202, 342, 401, PSC212, 301

75% of students or more score "Competent" or better (grade of 73 or better)

Dec (Fall) 79% Require class discussions about integration in historical events and students' future careers.

Apr (Spring) 66%

6. Undergraduate students will demonstrate an understanding and historical perspective of the contemporary world.

Pre-test and post-test HIS205, 226, 401, PSC 212, 301

50% or better is students' improvement from pre to post- test

Dec (Fall)

58%

Assign more reading and class reports on recent and con temporary world affairs and include related questions on tests.

Apr (Spring)

65%

Essays evaluated by external assessors HIS205, 226, 401, PSC 212, 301

80% of students score "Satisfactory" (C) (73)

Dec (Fall)

78%

Apr (Spring)

68%

Management BS

2015-2016



Assessment Dates Delivery Method/ Locations

Actual Performance Program Improvements

1. BSM majors will be able to demonstrate research skills in preparing a research project.

Business Research graded by a two person faculty panel BSM 392 (AD) BUS395 (ON)

90% or more of students will successfully complete Business research project on first attempt

Aug (Summer) ATL AD 2/2 students succeeded on the first attempt - 100%

Mixed Results will prompt a course revision of the BSM 392 course which will be offered in fall 2017

Dec (Fall) ATL AD Not offered Apr (Spring) ATL AD 100% of students completed the project on the

first try Aug (Summer) CHA AD Course not offered Dec (Fall) CHA AD Course not offered Apr (Spring) CHA AD Course not offered Aug (Summer) HOU AD *100% (10/10) of students scored 86% or above

Dec (Fall) HOU AD *100% (9/9) of students scored 86% or above Apr (Spring) HOU AD NA (no class scheduled at this time) Aug (Summer) JXN AD BUS395100% (19/19) completed the research

paper Dec (Fall) JXN AD No BSM392 during Fall 2015. BSM395-only

received final grades

Apr (Spring) JXN AD BUS395 spring 2016: 6 out of 8 students (75%) completed the research paper

Aug (Summer) DES AD N/A, required course not offered Dec (Fall) DES AD N/A, required course not offered. Apr (Spring) DES AD 100% (5/5) students successfully completed Aug (Summer) MEM AD N/A, required course not offered.

Dec (Fall) MEM AD 100% (18/18) students successfully completed Apr (Spring) MEM AD 100% (12/12) students successfully completed.




Management BS

2015-2016



Assessment Dates Delivery Method/ Locations


2. BSM majors will be able to demonstrate an ability to make effective management decisions in a business setting

Portfolio of all student work from capstone course BUS419

90% or more of students will achieve a score of 90 or above in capstone course

Aug (Summer) ATL AD 1/4 students achieved 90 or above in Capstone

Mixed results indicate some students have difficulty with capsim simulation. Instructors were given training in Capsim at Chicago and Atlanta in the Summer 2016 and Fall 2016

Dec (Fall) ATL AD 4/5 students achieved 90 or above in Capstone Apr (Spring) ATL AD 1/2 students achieved 90 or above in Capstone Aug (Summer) CHA AD 95% of BSM scored 90% or better

Dec (Fall) CHA AD 100% of BSM scored 90% or better Apr (Spring) CHA AD Data not reported Aug (Summer) HOU AD 75% (3/4) of students scored 90% or above Dec (Fall) HOU AD 0% (0/4) of students scored 90% or above

Apr (Spring) HOU AD 88% (7/8) of students scored 90% or above

Aug (Summer) JXN AD 100% (4/4) scored 90 or above

Dec (Fall) JXN AD 8/13 students scored 90 or above Apr (Spring) JXN AD cannot locate material






Apr (Spring) MEM AD 100% (4/4) achieved a score of 90% or above.

Aug (Summer) VIRT 78% (14/18) of students scored 90% or above Dec (Fall) VIRT 39% (7/18) of students scored 90% or above


Management BS

2015-2016



Assessment Dates

Delivery Method/ Locations


3. BSM majors will be able to complete a synthesis paper with a score of at least 70%.

7- 10 page paper graded by School of Business panel with a 2 person minimum BUS419

100% of students will achieve a score of 75% or better

Aug (Summer) ATL AD 3/3 students received higher than 75% Target met except for Virtual campus. Program manager will review Virtual module to ensure directions and rubric of the synthesis paper are clear

Dec (Fall) ATL AD 3/4 students received 75% or better

Apr (Spring) ATL AD 2/2 students received 75% or better Aug (Summer) CHA AD 100% of BSM scored 95% or better Dec (Fall) CHA AD 100% of BSM scored 95% or better Apr (Spring) CHA AD 100% of BSM scored 78% or better

Aug (Summer) HOU AD 100% (4/4) of students scored 75% or above

Dec (Fall) HOU AD 100% (4/4) of students scored 75% or above


Aug (Summer) JXN AD 100% or 4/4 students scored 75 or better Dec (Fall) JXN AD 100% scored 75 on higher

Apr (Spring) JXN AD cannot locate material


Dec (Fall) DES AD N/A, required course not offered. Apr (Spring) DES AD N/A, required course not offered.



Apr (Spring) MEM AD 100% (4/4) achieved a score of 75% or better.

Aug (Summer) VIRT 22% (4/18) of students scored 75% or better

Dec (Fall) VIRT 89% (16/18) of students scored 75% or better

Apr (Spring) VIRT 0% (0/4) of students achieved passing score on first attempt.

*BSM392 was not taught, so BUS395 was taught AD Faculty assessment of portfolio is the course grade. Reported Actual Performance data in format disaggregated by all delivery methods/locations Available at Adult Studies sites in Atlanta, Chattanooga, Houston, Jackson-LeFleur, Desoto and at Online Campus

Master of Science in Leadership

2015-2016

Learning Competency



Assessment Dates




1. MSL students will be able to create a comprehensive case study or complex business plan.

Juried Thesis or Business Plan evaluated by a three-member faculty panel with rubric as part of MSL670

100% of students will score 80% or better on the final submission

Aug (Summer) ATL AD 4/4students received 80% or better on submission

Target met . Dec (Fall) ATL AD Not offered

Apr (Spring) ATL AD Not offered


Dec (Fall) CHA AD Course not offered Aug (Summer) HOU AD Data not reported Aug (Spring) HOU AD NA (no class scheduled at this time) Dec (Fall) HOU AD NA (class cancelled, no enrollment)


Aug (Summer) JXN AD not available

Dec (Fall) JXN AD not available Apr (Spring) JXN AD not available Aug (Summer) MEM AD 100% (16/16) scored 80% or better

Dec (Fall) MEM AD N/A, required course not offered. Apr (Spring) MEM AD 100% (5/5) scored 80% or better. Aug (Summer) DES AD N/A, required course not offered.

Dec (Fall) DES AD N/A, required course not offered. Apr (Spring) DES AD N/A, required course not offered. Aug (Summer) VIRT 100% (9/9) of students scored 80% or

above Dec (Fall) VIRT 87% (13/15) of students scored 80% or

above Apr (Spring) VIRT 91% (10/11) of students scored 80% or

above


2015-2016

Learning Competency



Assessment Dates




2. MSL students will be able to demonstrate an ability to read, evaluate, and formulate conclusions from the management research literature.

Literature review for final project evaluated by 3-member faculty panel as part of MSL640

100% of students will score 80% or better

Aug (Summer) ATL AD Not offered Literature Review added to Capstone leadership development project in MSL 670

Dec (Fall) ATL AD Not offered

Apr (Spring) ATL AD 13/15 students scored 80% or better


Dec (Fall) CHA AD Course not offered

Apr (Spring) CHA AD Course not offered Aug (Summer) JXN AD No MSL640 courses during Summer

2015 Dec (Fall) JXN AD No MSL640 courses during Fall 2015.

Apr (Spring) JXN AD No MSL640 courses during Spring 2016.

Aug (Summer) MEM AD 100% (12/12) scored 80% or better.


Apr (Spring) MEM AD 100% (15/15) scored 80% or better.


Dec (Fall) DES AD 100% (15/15) scored 80% or better


Aug (Summer) HOU AD NA (no class scheduled at this time)

Dec (Fall) HOU AD NA (class cancelled, no enrollment)




Apr (Spring) VIRT 79% (44/56) of students scored 805 or above


2015-2016

Learning Competency



Assessment Dates


Actual Performance (Disaggregate) Program Improvements

3. MSL students will be able to evaluate ethical situations they might face as leaders within the context of a Christian Worldview.

Team project on current corporate ethics scandal evaluated by course faculty as part of MBA624 or MSL624

100% of students will score 80% or better

Aug (Summer) ATL AD 100% of students received 80% or better Target Met

Dec (Fall) ATL AD 100% of students received 80% or better

Apr (Spring) ATL AD 100% of students received 80% or better

Aug (Summer) CHA AD 100% of students scored 80% or better Dec (Fall) CHA AD Course not offered

Apr (Spring) CHA AD Course not offered Aug (Summer) HOU AD 100% (12/12) of students scored 80% or

above Dec (Fall) HOU AD Assignment was removed from module as

of March, 2016 Apr (Spring) HOU AD Assignment was removed from module as

of March, 2016

Aug (Summer) JXN AD no data given

Dec (Fall) JXN AD no data given

Apr (Spring) JXN AD no data given


Dec (Fall) MEM AD 100% (13/13) scored 80% or better.


Aug (Summer) DES AD N/A, required course not offered

Dec (Fall) DES AD N/A, required course not offered





Reported Actual Performance data in format disaggregated by all delivery methods/locations Available at Adult Studies sites in Chattanooga, Dalton, Desoto, Houston, Jackson-LeFleur, Memphis and Orlando and at Online (virtual) campus

Mathematics BS & BA

2015-2016


1. Mathematics majors will be able to use and interpret the language of mathematics, to critically analyze and solve problems of a mathematical nature, to appreciate mathematical proofs, and to apply conceptual understanding as well as knowledge-based skills of higher mathematics to modeling quantitative situations.

ETS Major Field Assessment Test (MFAT) in Mathematics MAT490

40% of students will score at the 35th percentile or better

Dec (Fall) 2/6 (33%). There is no preparation for students taking this exam. They do not study and are told that it does not affect their GPA. Prep work needs to be developed for this to be a good metric.

2. Mathematics majors will be able to conduct an in-depth investigation into a mathematical topic and effectively communicate their findings in oral and written form.

Oral presentation of individual investigations and results to a panel of faculty and peers using a rubric with ratings for investigation competence, explanation of mathematical models, and presentation organization MAT490

100% of students will score "Average" 3 or better on each category of the rubric

Dec (Fall) 100% (6/6) No change

3. Mathematics majors will be able to articulate connections between Biblical and mathematical truths and apply them to their relationships and chosen careers.

Expository papers on mathematics and scriptural interrelationships evaluated by department faculty using rubric to reflect the student’s progressive academic discernment into these relationships MAT207, MAT410

100% of students will score "Average" 3 or better on each category of the rubric

Apr (Spring) 100% (5/5) This is very arbitrary. We will be accessing better options for a similar assignment in the future.

Rubric Ratings: Unacceptable-1, Below Average-2, Average-3, Good-4, Excellent-5

Music BAM, BAME, BMUS

2015-2016

Learning Competency Measurement of Outcomes (How, Who) Expected Performance Assessment Dates Actual Performance Curricular Improvements

1. Music majors will be able to demonstrate performance competency.

Practice journals evaluated by applied faculty

75% of students report completing target practice hours

Aug (Summer) n/a ^ Music Chair will highlight need to journal/practice responsibly (to avoid injury) in MS Classes, in the weekly newsletters, and in emails to Music Faculty and students. Practice. Responsibility has to be taken by students for regular practice, and by applied teachers to hold them accountable. *Incompletes usually due to injury; failing grade due to missing jury; less than 100% means jury postponed. No changes needed.

Dec (Fall) 59% (not counting INC) Apr (Spring) 65%(not counting INC)

Student performances assessed by Juries (panel of 3 faculty) using rubrics

100% of students receive “Passing” or better

Aug (Summer) 100% Dec (Fall) 96% pass, 1% fail, 3% incomplete* Apr (Spring) 95% pass, 5% incomplete

Junior Recital performance assessed by Juries (panel of 3 faculty) using rubrics


Aug (Summer) NA Dec (Fall) 66% Apr (Spring) 100%

Senior Recital performance assessed by Juries (panel of 3 faculty) using rubrics


Aug (Summer) NA Dec (Fall) 50%* Apr (Spring) 83%*

CD recordings of all performances and juries reviewed by faculty and students

100% of jury and recital performances have recordings available to faculty and students within one week of

Aug (Summer) 100% Dec (Fall) 100% Apr (Spring) 100%

Student performances evaluated by external assessors (festival and contest adjudicators or other experts not affiliated with Belhaven University)

10% or more of students participate in festivals or contests at some point during the year (Fall, Spring, or Summer semesters)

Annual

2 violinists accepted into MSO by audition; 2 singers at NATS; 1 composer in orchestral reading; 4 pianists & 1 violinist in Masterclass; at least 19% of music majors

2. Music majors will be able to compare historical influences on the 7 parameters of music through selected works from Western Music.

ETS Major Field Assessment Test (MFAT) in Music (History and Listening)

100% of students score in 50th percentile or better

Dec (Fall) 100% achieved target score (1 of 1) Study guides developed. Professor guided reviews offered each semester.

Apr (Spring) 50% achieved target score (6 of 12); 100% achieved target score with S.E.M.

3. Music majors will be able to demonstrate an understanding of the theory of the common practice period and materials of composition of the 20th century in written and oral applications

ETS Major Field Assessment Test (MFAT) in Music (Theory/Listening)

100% of students score in 50th percentile or better

Dec (Fall) 100% achieved target score (1 of 1) Study guides developed. Professor guided reviews offered each semester.

Apr (Spring) 50% achieved target score (6 of 12); 100% achieved target score with S.E.M.

Assessment of student use of music theory software programs evaluated by 2 theory faculty and the department

100% of students advance through the third musicianship level or higher

Dec (Fall) yes new curricular texts…AMS

Apr (Spring) yes

Music BAM, BAME, BMUS

2015-2016

Learning Competency Measurement of Outcomes (How, Who) Expected Performance Assessment Dates Actual Performance Curricular Improvements

4. Music majors will be able to articulate their Worldview and the implications of their Worldview on their career and relationships.

Student reflections in practice journals and recital program notes assessed by course faculty using rubric

70% of students or more score 4 or better on the rubric

Aug (Annual) Approximately 50% of students answering rubric based questions in their practice journals.

Encourage students and faculty to have students journal per rubric

Written assignments on Worldview MUS325, MUS380, MUS381, MUS392

70% of students or more score 4 or better on the rubric

Aug (Annual) 83% (5/6) scored four or better on the rubric Follow-up with all faculty to be sure rubric is utilized.

Psychology BS

2015-2016


1. PSY majors will be able to demonstrate effective interpersonal communication skills by listening accurately and actively, identifying the impact of their behavior on others, and using appropriately worded questions to improve interpersonal understanding.

Video-taped performances evaluated using Carkhuf Scales requiring level 3 basic empathy using a standard rubric PSY340

100% of students score 80% (B-) or better

Apr (Spring) 14 students attempted the video. 11 scored 80% or better, 3 scored below 80%. Average grade for all was 89%

We did not reach our goal of 100% having 80% or above. More time will need to be allotted to developing interpersonal communication skills.

2. PSY majors will be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding in major content areas of psychology: learning, personality, and individual differences, biological bases of behavior and mental processes, and developmental changes.

field placement ratings on a 5-point rating scale

3.5 is students' average score

Apr (Spring) We had 12 students who did field observation or practicum. The average on a 5 point scale was 4.83.

No improvements needed here. We will continue to carefully place our students in their best setting.

3. PSY majors will be able to demonstrate competency in integrating a Christian worldview specific to one area of psychology (research, theoretical, or applied topic) through capstone paper in Psychology and Christianity.

Capstone paper 85% or better will be students' average score

Apr (Spring) There were 18 students who took this class and wrote a capstone paper. Average grade was 85% so we just met our goal

We just met our goal of having an average of 85% on these papers. We may need to spend more time on developing a worldview in this area.

*rubrics and scales can be provided

Master of Public Administration (MPA)

2015-2016

Learning Competency



Assessment Dates




1. MPA students be able to demonstrate knowledge from the course of study and comprehensive research case study.

Juried thesis review of completed management project using standard rubric - MPA 613

80% of students score at least 80%.

Aug (Summer) JXN AD Course not offered Target met, except 1 virtual class. Dean will meet with instructor of outlier class.

Dec (Fall) JXN AD 70% (12/17) of students scored 80% or above

Apr (Spring) JXN AD 80% (12/15) of students scored 80% or above




2. MPA students will be able to demonstrate an ability to read, evaluate, and formulate conclusions from the management research literature.

Evaluation of literature review for final project - MPA 608


All 3 terms JXN AD Course not offered. Business librarian will review library helps for MPA 608 course.




Master of Public Administration (MPA)

2015-2016

Learning Competency



Assessment Dates




3. MPA students will be able to evaluate ethical situations they might face as leaders/managers within the context of a Christian world view.

Team project on contemporary ethics scandals - MPA607


Aug (Summer) JXN AD Course not offered Only half the classes met the goal, MPA director will sit on presentations to determine if it is a content problem or a presentation problem

Dec (Fall) JXN AD 100% (12/12) of students scored 80% or above

Apr (Spring) JXN AD 94% (17/18) of students scored 80% or above


Dec (Fall) VIRT Course not offered Apr (Spring) VIRT 65% (15/23) of students scored 80%

or above 4. MPA students will be able to demonstrate functional area skills in public service, policy analysis, measuring and evaluating program effectiveness, administering public financial resources, and acquire an awareness of the influences of economics, special groups, and administrative and public law upon policy development and implementation required by those in management positions.

Capstone test (MFT for Adult Studies and Peregrin test for Online)

80% of students score 50% or better on the post-test

Aug (Summer) JXN AD 51% of students scored 50% or better

MPA director will review scores for areas of improvement.

Dec (Fall) JXN AD 55% of students scored 50% or better

Apr (Spring) JXN AD 70% of students scored 50% or better

Aug (Summer) VIRT Data not available

Dec (Fall) VIRT Data not available


Social Work BSW

2015-2016

Learning Competency Measurement of Outcomes (How, Who) Expected Performance Assessment

Dates Actual Performance Program Improvements

1. .SWK majors will be able to demonstrate a basic understanding social work concepts including roles and professional ethics of social workers.

Pre-test/post-test SWK200 95% of students score B or better on post-test

Dec (Fall) 90% of students scored B or better

Continue to work with students who view the class only as an elective

2. SWK majors will be able to demonstrate an understanding of core competencies related to systems theory as it applies to clients at the macro and micro levels

Exam on systems theory SWK350 90% of students score C or better on exam

Dec (Fall) 90% scored C or above on final exam

Continue to incorporate systems theory into exercises and classroom materials throughout their social work curriculum.

3. SWK majors will be able to demonstrate effective interpersonal communication skills by listening accurately and actively, identifying the impact on their behavior on others, and using appropriate questions to improve understanding and communication

Video-taped performances demonstrating social work skills evaluated in SWK370

100% of students score 80% (B-) or better

Apr (Spring) 100% of students scored 80% (B-) or better

Students were assigned underclassman as mentors and conducted interviews with fellow peers. 95% of students score

80% or better on their first attempt

Apr (Spring) 97% of students met expected performance.

4. SWK majors will be able to demonstrate competency in generalist social work practice skills in an appropriate social work field setting

Internship performance assessed by Internship Site Supervisor using Field Supervisor Evaluation Form SWK471

100% of students score "Good" 3 or better on their overall rating and grade recommendation section

Dec (Fall) 100% of students met expected performance

None necessary

Apr (Spring) 100% of students met expected performance

5. SWK majors will be able to articulate their Worldview and the implications of their Worldview for their careers and relationships.

Worldview paper in which they apply Biblical foundations to their field experience and articulate the implications of their own worldview on their careers and relationships SWK471

100% of students score 15 or higher (out of 20) on scoring rubric

Dec (Fall) 100% of students met expected performance

None necessary

Apr (Spring)

100% of students met expected performance

Sport Administration BS

2015-2016 Learning Competency



Assessment Dates

Actual Performance


1. SAM majors will be able to demonstrate knowledge of basic coaching/sports pedagogy that includes techniques, strategies, skills, and organization of each sport.

Internship/site observation evaluation by professor and internship site supervisor SAM435/450

100% of students score successfully complete internship/site observation

Dec (Fall)

96% (22/23) of students successfully completed SAM 435 Site Observation-Domestic in Fall 2015. 100% (3/3) of students successfully completed SAM 435 Site Observation-International (London Trip) in Fall 2015 100% (2/2) of students successfully completed SAM 450 Internship in Sports Administration in Fall 2015.


Apr (Spring)

92% (12/13) of students successfully completed SAM 435 Site Observation-Domestic in Spring 2016. 100% (2/2) of students successfully completed SAM 450 Internship in Sports Administration in Spring 2016.

2. SAM majors will be able to demonstrate the ability to synthesize marketing strategies for sports areas that implement promotion and fund-raising, within the context of interscholastic

Pre-test/post-test SAM302

100% of students improve by 25% or more from pre-test to post-test

Apr (Spring) 55% (18/33) of students improved 25% on more from pre-test to post-test in the Spring 2016. NOTE: Total of 39 students in the class, but 6 students did not take post-test.

Per instructor, students received additional opportunities to administer a marketing campaign. Furthermore, students received detailed marketing theories and concepts through lectures.





Assessment Dates

Actual Performance


3. SAM majors will be able to demonstrate applicable knowledge of the intricacies involved in the management and leadership of sports programs which include planning, communication, time management, supervision, organization skills, legal liabilities and employee evaluation

Research Paper Methods through Rubric Evaluation by Professor in SAM 419

95% of students score 75% or higher

Apr (Spring) • Research Paper (10%) o 50 points (10% of their Final Grade) 19 out of 32 (59%) of the students scored 75% or above. • Research Paper PowerPoint Presentation (10%) o 50 points (10% of their Final Grade) 31 out of 32 (97%) of the students scored 75% or above. • Research Paper Poster Board Presentation (5%) o 25 points (5% of their Final Grade) 31 out of 32 (97%) of the students scored 75% or above. Overall, 21 out of 32 (66%) of the students passed the course exit requirements for SAM 419 with a grade of 75% or above.

Target met in research paper PowerPoint/Poster Board Presentations, but not met in the research paper. 11 out of 32 (34%) of the students did not score 75% or above; but 21 out of 32 (66%) did pass the score with a score of 75% or better. In areas of research paper, the students were less than 75% on their research skills with a score of 59%; while their PowerPoint Presentation (97%) and their Poster Board Presentation (97%) were both exceptional as part of their Capstone Presentation/Project. Additional use of Campus Resources will help to strengthen their research skills with the English Department. Moving forward, with our focus being more toward pre-test/post-test assessments with a 100 point exam, research skill development will not count as much in our SAM 419 Course as previously done.

4. SAM majors will be able to articulate their Worldview and the implications of their Worldview for their careers and relationships.

Designated items relating to ethics from Senior Exit Exam in SAM 419.

75% of the students score 100% on designated items on ethics

Apr (Spring) 100% (32/32) of students score 100% on designated items on ethics






Assessment Dates

Actual Performance


5. SAM majors will be able to demonstrate proficiency in technological applications for Sports Administration

Marketing project completed during internship/site observation courses and evaluated by professor SAM435/450


Apr (Spring)

95% (41/43) scored 95% or better on project completed during the internship/site observation courses at the end of the Fall 2014 and Spring 2015 terms.


6. SAM majors will be able to articulate their understanding of Sports Administration Careers through a comprehensive exam administered in January as a pre-test and May as a post-test.

Designated items relating to sports administration topics covered on the entire program through a Comprehensive Senior Compressive Exam, Revised in the 2014-2015 School Year in SAM 419.

80% of students will score 70% or better on the Comprehensive Exam given as a Pre-Test in January of the SAM 419 course and on their Post-Test in May of the SAM 419 Course.

Apr (Spring) 6% (2/32) scored 70% or higher on the Comprehensive Post-test Exam given at the end of the SAM 419 Spring 2016 Course. 25 out of 32 Students (78%) increased their scores from pre-test comprehensive exam (January 2016) to post-test comprehensive exam (May 2016) with the breakdown being shown below. Comprehensive Final Exam 2 Students increased their scores between 100% to 150% points. 0 students increased their score between 80% and 99% points. 2 students increased their scores between 60% and 79% points. 4 students increased their scores between 40% and 59% points. 4 students increased their scores between 20% and 39% points. 12 students increased their scores between 0% and 19% points. ______________ 7 students decreased their scores between 0% and 15% points. ______________ 1 students only took the post test, scoring 62% out of 100.

From reviewing our post-test results, we will be working on action plans to address those areas of concern with each of the areas below. This will help students reinforce and refresh students in those areas from their Freshman to Senior Years to create a higher rate of improvement. A new revised exam will be forthcoming for the 2016-2017 school year with 100 questions, per recommendations from School of Business Dean. SAM 302 55% students answered correct SAM 306 16% students answered correct SAM 310 25% students answered correct SAM 400 37% students answered correct SAM 410 79% students answered correct SAM 380 55% students answered correct SAM 270 27% students answered correct SAM 419 48% students answered correct

Master of Sports Administration MSA (Online Campus ONLY) 2015-2016


Expected Performance Assessment Dates Actual Performance Program Improvements

1. MSA students will be able to demonstrate the ability to identify and research issues related to current trends in Sports Administration and research and present possible responses.

Portfolio of student work from course evaluated by course faculty MSA608.

100% of students will score satisfactory on portfolio

Aug (Summer) 76% (13/17) of students scored "Satisfactory" 80% or above

Continue to monitor to see if the student performance continues to improve as it has done in the Summer, Fall and Spring.

Dec (Fall) 90% (19/21) of students scored "Satisfactory" 80% or above

Apr (Spring) 76% (13/17) of students scored "Satisfactory" 80% or above

2. MSA students will be able to identify and apply leadership strategies in sports administration




Continue to monitor to see if the student performance continues to improve as it has done in the Summer, Fall and Spring. Dec (Fall) Course not offered

Apr (Spring) 87% of students scored "Satisfactory" 80% or above

3. MSA students will be able to articulate characteristics of successful teams and identify strategies needed to facilitate such teams.

Portfolio of student work from course evaluated by course faculty MSL630.





Apr (Spring) No class taught

4. MSA students will be able to articulate characteristics of sport finance and budgeting.



Aug (Summer) 90% (9/10) of students scored “Satisfactory” 80% or above


Dec (Fall) 80% of students scored “Satisfactory” 80% or above

Apr (Spring) 73% (8/11) of students scored “Satisfactory” 80% or above

Master of Sports Administration MSA (Online Campus ONLY) 2015-2016


Expected Performance Assessment Dates Actual Performance Program Improvements

5. MSA students will be able to demonstrate applicable knowledge of the intricacies involved in the management and leadership of sports programs which include planning, communication, time management, supervision, organization skills, legal liabilities and employee evaluation

Senior Capstone Seminar in Sports Administration Comprehensive Exam in MSA 670.


Aug (Summer) Continue to monitor to see if the student performance continues to improve as it has done in the Summer, Fall and Spring.



Apr (Spring) 100% (4/4) of students scored "Satisfactory" 80% or above

Theatre BA

2015-2016

Learning Competency



Assessment Dates

Actual Performance


1. Theatre majors in all programs will be able to demonstrate knowledge and basic application of every aspect of theatre production, including acting, construction, design, direction, and management.

Theatre Lab Checklist 100% of seniors will complete at least 75% of the checklist items in 6 areas

Apr(Spring) 100% of seniors have completed at least 75% of the checklist items in 6 areas.

Supervisors must be more diligent in assigning students duties associated with the 6 areas.

2. Theatre majors in all programs will be able to apply knowledge of theatre history, dramatic literature, and script analysis to the creation and evaluation of theatre.

Theatre History/Lit Identification Test 90% of graduating students will be able to successfully identify 20 out of 25 people/terms on the Identification Test.

Apr(Spring) Both of our graduating seniors this year failed to successfully identify at least 20 out of 25 people/terms on the Identification test.

The test is being revised to help the students be more specific and successful.

3. Theatre majors in all programs will be able to examine the role of faith, ethical responsibility, and collaboration in the theatre arts.

Personal Philosophy of Theatre paper (THE475)

90% of students will score B or above on personal philosophy paper

Apr(Spring) Not offered. The Personal Philosophy of Theatre paper will be a part of the curriculum in THE 475, which will be offered Fall 2016.

4. Theatre majors (Acting and Musical Theatre) will be able to perform material from a broad spectrum of dramatic material from multiple genres and eras.

BFA Acting and BFA Musical Theatre "List of Ten" 100% of BFA students will

include material from at least 3 eras and at least 3 genres on their "List of Ten" submitted at their final jury performance.

Apr(Spring) 100% of students met the target. We are looking at electronic submission of the "List of Ten" as well as requiring BOTH BFA programs to include a variety of songs and monologues.

5. Theatre majors (Acting and Musical Theatre) will be able to examine a character in terms of objectives, tactics, obstacles, and images.

BFA Acting Jury Form (Acting) / BFA Musical Theatre Jury Form (Musical Theatre)

90% of graduating BFA Acting and BFA Musical Theatre students will score 24 out of 30 for Commitment to Acting Choices and Understanding of Material on the Acting

Apr(Spring) 100% of students met the target.

The department has instituted a specific acting methodology to be used in Acting I and II, which has proven to be successful in helping

Theatre BA

2015-2016

Learning Competency



Assessment Dates

Actual Performance


6. Theatre majors (Acting) will be able to demonstrate a solid command of voice and body as instruments of characterization.

BFA Acting Jury Form (Acting) / BFA Musical Theatre Jury Form (Musical Theatre)

90% of BFA Acting students score 24 out of 30 for Physicalization and Vocal Performance on the Acting Jury Form. 90% of BFA Musical Theatre students will score an

Apr(Spring) 100% of students met the target. Voice and Movement training has improved with the hiring of Dr. Sollish.

7. Theatre majors (Musical Theatre) will be able to demonstrate competency in sight-singing, score analysis, and musicianship.

BFA Musical Theatre Jury Form 90% of BFA Musical Theatre students will score an average ranking of "4" for Vocal Performance on song selections on the Musical Theatre Jury Form

Apr(Spring) There were no BFA Musical Theatre graduates this year.

Not applicable.

8. Theatre majors (Musical Theatre) will be able to execute skills in dance as appropriate to musical theatre.

BFA Musical Theatre Jury Form 100% of students score an average of "4" for Physicalization in song selections on the Musical Theatre Jury Form

Apr(Spring) There were no BFA Musical Theatre graduates this year.

Not applicable.

9. Theatre majors (Dramatic Writing) will be able to articulate and demonstrate an understanding of the full process of development of dramatic writing, through feedback, rewrites, and presentation.

Original Script (THE412) 90% of students will score B or above on original script

Apr(Spring) No graduating students in Dramatic Writing.

Not applicable

10. Theatre majors (Theatre Ministry) will be able to articulate and demonstrate an understanding of a variety of methods for integration of theatre arts in ministry application, in worship services, ministry-building, and missions work.

Major project (THE300) 90% of students will score B or above on major project

Apr(Spring) No graduating students in Theatre Ministry.

Not applicable

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