PHYC 4A: Physics for Scientists and Engineers
Stage 5
Leilah McCarthy
Basic Information
Number of Outcomes | 3 |
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Number of Outcomes Assessed | 3 |
Assessment Frequency | Every semester |
Analysis Frequency | Every semester |
Detail Link | Link |
Course Information
Number of Course Sections | 5 |
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Number of Instructors | 3 |
Assessment Methods
Methods | A common 10-question test was given to students from all PHYC 4A sections. This test was first given in fall 2013 and it was similar to the one used in spring 2013, but was changed to include questions that required the use of calculus. |
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Assessment Data Discussion and Analysis
Term | Spring 2014, Fall 2013 |
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How and With Whom | other faculty in the department |
Number Assessed | 208 |
Data Summary | Of the 10 questions, 3 assessed SLO A, 3 assessed SLO B, and 2 assessed SLO C. Two or more correct was considered proficient. One correct was considered developing. Zero correct was considered no evidence. Results (Fall 2013, Spring 2014) SLO A: Proficient: 54%, 64% Developing: 32%, 29% No Evidence: 15%, 8% SLO B: Proficient: 59%, 70% Developing: 36%, 20% No Evidence: 5%, 10% SLO C: Proficient: 28%, 29% Developing: 42%, 36% No Evidence: 30%, 35% |
Planned Improvements | Overall, we are happy with the results for SLO A and B, especially the improvement from fall 2013 to spring 2014. SLO C needs work and improvements will be discussed in the fall. |
Program Review Link | No answer |
Future Plans
Term | Fall 2014 |
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Activities | Assessment (measurement) of outcomes, Analysis and discussion of assessment data and next steps |
Details | This was the first year using this assessment and data will continue to be collected and analyzed through Spring 2015. |
Highlights | No answer |