1. Angelo State University Department of Curriculum & Instruction
Fall 2016
Program Improvement Initiatives
Dr. Amy Murphy
Dr. Raelye Self
Dr. Twyla Tasker

2. Committee Implementation Overview
Purpose:
•To streamline the process of accomplishing pertinent tasks
•To embrace and capitalize on the diverse perspectives that each individual team member brings to the table
•Empower each team member by allowing them to have an active role in the problem-solving/decision-making process
•Establish parameters for accountability

3. Curriculum Initiative Committee: Curriculum Crosswalk by Program
Applicable standards for each program are identified by number here; the specific standards are listed on the following pages.
Each module’s content is evaluated for alignment to appropriate standards.
Technology requirements and Google options are recorded to ensure that candidates experience a variety of tools.
The primary assessment for each module is evaluated for alignment to objectives
Curriculum Crosswalk:
Creates a snapshot of learning objectives and assessments by program area
Documents changes to ensure all competencies are addressed
Documents technology requirements and Google options to ensure candidate competency

4. Student Development & Leadership Program Impact
Located employment information on 88 of 136 graduates (65%) from
91% employed in higher education
24% community colleges
76% 4-year institutions
35% are in their 2nd professional position since graduation
33% employed at ASU
25% Admissions, 22% Advisors
53% worked in SA while working on degree
Focus Group – Preparation for Jobs
16 graduates currently employed at ASU invited, 8 attended
3 of 8 indicated a promotion or salary increase within 2 years of receiving degree
Most prepared: legal principles, built confidence in decision making, diverse technologies
Least prepared: Scenario-specific responses with parents/students, rigorous research, public speaking
Internship: valuable for diversifying experience, conflicts for those working