Certificate of Achievement (credit) Paralegal/Legal Studies
Stage 5
Dora Dye
Basic Information
| Number of Outcomes | 5 |
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| Number of Outcomes Assessed | 5 |
| Assessment Frequency | Every semester |
| Analysis Frequency | Every semester |
| Detail Link | Link |
| Program Assessment Methods | Assessment of one capstone class or project |
Assessment Methods
| Methods | Current students were surveyed to gather their contact information, prior college education, current employment, and preference for paralegal classes in the following semester. The Program also surveyed those students petitioning for graduation. Six months after graduation, we will follow up with the above graduates to see if they have found employment as a paralegal after completing our Program. The Program also surveyed employers on their requirements and expectations for candidates. |
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Assessment Data Discussion and Analysis
| Term | Fall 2013 |
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| How and With Whom | faculty, employers, and members of the advisory committee |
| Number Assessed | 100 |
| Data Summary | • Students need more instruction in writing and in using the formats required by law offices and courts. • Our courses should offer more practical training so that graduates can quickly function in a law office. • Technology and ethics need to be taught throughout the curriculum. |
| Planned Improvements | offer more electives |
| Program Review Link | Yes, the above future improvements require resources that will be requested during the next annual PROGRAM REVIEW cycle. Examples: additional staff, equipment, software, consulting services, etc. |
Future Plans
| Term | Spring 2014 |
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| Activities | Revision of outcomes and assessment methods (measurements), Assessment (measurement) of outcomes, Analysis and discussion of assessment data and next steps, Implementation of planned changes and reassessment |
| Details | In spring 2014, the Program will offer a student orientation at the beginning of the semester to help students understand what effort and time they must devote to succeed in this Program. |
| Highlights | No answer |