GNBS 119: Introduction to Business
Stage 3
Susan Berston
Basic Information
| Number of Outcomes | 5 |
|---|---|
| Number of Outcomes Assessed | 5 |
| Assessment Frequency | Every semester |
| Analysis Frequency | Every semester |
| Detail Link | Link |
Course Information
| Number of Course Sections | 5 |
|---|---|
| Number of Instructors | 2 |
Improvement Details
| Details | New assessments: Students were required to use the publisher's materials on their website for studying and self-assessment at wileyplus.com Refined outcomes: Students were required to use the publisher's materials to aid in studying for exams and for chapter reinforcement. Those who participated realized an improved learning outcome. Added services: Tutors were available outside of classroom hourse for test preparation. Modified Activities: A business plan/research project was added in addition to three multiple choice examinations. |
|---|
Assessment Data Discussion and Analysis
| Term | Fall 2013 |
|---|---|
| How and With Whom | Faculty and staff in the same program, faculty in other programs. |
| Number Assessed | 75 |
| Data Summary | The majority of students successfully completed the self-assessment assignments. The majority of students successfully completed the business plan research project. The majority of students successfully completed the assigned case studies. |
| Planned Improvements | I plan to offer additional tutoring times and hours, and not just before examinations, but throughout the semester. I plan to hold a business plan workshop to brief students on the steps to write a successful business plan. |
| Program Review Link | No answer |
Future Plans
| Term | Fall 2014 |
|---|---|
| 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 | I will review data from WileyPlus which shows time spent on the learning site and scoring as well. I will compare the data to actual test scores. I will add an additional group project for more in-class discussion and to enhance critical thinking. I will continue to contextualize material presented in the textbook with current news events. |
| Highlights | Eight of my students were accepted to UC Berkeley's Haas School of Business for the Fall 2014 semester -- this represents almost 9 percent of the incoming transfer students accepted. The Alpha Beta Gamma and Kiva Microfinance clubs are thriving. Students are realizing the value of online assessment and learning. |