Mapping Outcomes it’s not so bad

What is “mapping?”

“mapping” connects the outcomes It shows which program outcomes are supported by course outcomes It shows which institutional outcomes are supported by course outcomes In other words, it’s a way to make sure that our programs and institution are offering a coherent course of study.

ENGL AA-T degree: Students will be able to Analyze and respond critically to literary and expository texts Demonstrate knowledge of a variety of authors, literary genres, and literary devices LIT 201 #1: Demonstrate familiarity with a variety of representative works of American literature from the 1490s through the 1870s, identifying major literary, cultural, and historical themes. BUS. 401 #3: Identify, explain and develop communication skills and tools that contribute to effective verbal and written communication. ENGL 110 #3: Apply critical thinking and reading skills to literary works, from a variety of genres, in order to analyze and interpret them. CHIN 111 #2: Understand short dialogues and narratives on daily life situations introduced in the textbook and supplementary material.

What is “mapping?” COLLEGE OF SAN MATEO - Institutional Outcomes (includes General Education outcomes) Institutional Learning Outcomes are really long so we’ve linked them, but in brief: Independent Learning and Development Effective Communication Quantitative Reasoning Critical Thinking Social Awareness and Diversity Ethical Responsibility and Effective Citizenship The institution has outcomes

courses and services support institutional outcomes EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION. The ability of students to write, read, speak, and listen in order to communicate effectively. Students will be able to: Comprehend, interpret, and analyze written and oral information; Express ideas and provide supporting evidence effectively in writing and in speaking; Express ideas creatively through verbal and non-verbal media (e.g. music, art, dance, etc.) Communicate effectively in a group or team situation. ENGL 100 #2: Write text-based expository essays unified by a thesis and by an organizational strategy that reflect the assignment's task and purpose CHEM 220 #1: Demonstrate an understanding of the basic principles of chemical reactions and reaction processes through explanations and appropriate calculations. DENT 753 #1: Demonstrate the ability to communicate professionally & effectively with patients and the dental team ART 206 #4: Describe, interpret and assess their own artwork and that of their peers and professional artists.

mapping & assessment A review of the program “map” helps faculty make sure that the program is coherent and current. purpose: for faculty to have a focused discussion on curriculum to ensure a clear path to the program learning goals for faculty to review and reflect on the outcomes red flags: courses, inside and outside your discipline, whose outcomes have changed required or elective courses that don’t support any program outcomes program outcomes that aren’t supported by any required or elective courses outcomes, course or program, you no longer like / no longer meet student needs Particularly true of courses outside your department.

mapping & assessment a review of the ILO “map” gives us an interdisciplinary picture of how students are doing in the core competencies outlined in the institutional outcomes. purpose: to find places / competencies where faculty can collaborate for faculty to discuss and reflect on shared learning goals for discipline faculty to review and reflect on their role in GE or institutional outcomes red flags: courses that do not appear to support any of the ILOs courses included in the GE transfer pattern that do not support the GE outcomes (#2-6)

some tips for mapping ONE: Keep it simple - one connection is enough. One outcome will do; you don’t need to make a lattice.

Some tips ONE: Keep it simple. One connection is enough. TWO: Keep it real. What does your subject mostly address, at the institution? Yes, all subjects serve all goals - but pick on the ones that matter most.

Some tips ONE: Keep it simple. One connection is enough. TWO: Keep it real. What does your subject mostly address, at the institution? THREE: Don’t overthink. Stick to the obvious. This shouldn’t take more than 20 minutes, maybe 30.

Some tips ONE: Keep it simple. One connection is enough. TWO: Keep it real. What does your subject mostly address, at the institution? THREE: Don’t overthink. Stick to the obvious. FOUR: Don’t be afraid to revise. The goal is not to create a channel for data retrieval, but for you to reflect on your curriculum. This shouldn’t take more than 20 minutes, maybe 30.

attend mapping workshops Mapping workshops are held regularly throughout the two-year program review cycle, and on request. Contact your SLOAC!