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Preparing for North Central Association / Higher Learning Commission (HLC) Accreditation Reviewing Areas of Specialization and Assessing Learning Outcomes.

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1 Preparing for North Central Association / Higher Learning Commission (HLC) Accreditation Reviewing Areas of Specialization and Assessing Learning Outcomes

2 History and Background In 2005, the HLC accreditation process changed from being process-oriented to results-oriented Student Learning Outcomes and graduate programs will be emphasized for 2009 visit

3 History and Background The new expectations are a challenge for colleges & universities across the country Purdue may work with peer institutions to develop effective & workable models

4 Areas of Specialization Reviews Online updates due October 30, 2007 Mission Statement Focus of Program Core Courses Learning Outcomes Faculty & Enrollments (new specializations)

5 Ph.D. Program Learning Outcomes A three-step self-study process focusing on University-wide Ph.D. Student Learning Outcomes must be described The self-studies must involve broad faculty involvement at each step

6 Ph.D. Program Learning Outcomes Step 1: Student Learning Outcomes and How They are Addressed 1. Outcomes 2. Activities

7 Ph.D. Program Learning Outcomes Step 2: Assessment of Student Learning Outcomes 3. Evidence 4. Findings

8 Ph.D. Program Learning Outcomes Step 3: Ongoing Improvement Efforts 5. Reviews 6. Changes 7. Impacts

9 Ph.D. Program Learning Outcomes Graduate students of the Purdue University Ph.D. programs will be able to demonstrate the ability to: …

10 1. Knowledge and Scholarship Identify and Conduct original research, scholarship or creative endeavors. Related College of Education Competencies Synthesize Knowledge Create Knowledge

11 2. Effective Communication Effectively communicate the field of study. Related College of Education Competency Communicate Knowledge

12 3. Critical Thinking Think critically, creatively and solve problems in their field of study. Related College of Education Competency Think Critically and Reflectively

13 4. Ethical and Responsible Research Conduct research in an ethical and responsible manner. Related College of Education Competency Is this clearly identified?

14 More College of Education Competencies Engage in Professional Development Participate Actively in Their Profession

15 Student Learning Outcomes Timeline May 08: One Student Learning Outcome Self-Study Online Submission Strongly Recommended: Working Drafts for All Student Learning Outcomes May 09: Online Submissions for All Student Learning Outcome Self-Studies


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