MUS 23 - History of Jazz - Stage 5 - Lenny Carlson

Assessment

Assessment Methods
  • Analysis of exam, quiz, or homework items linked to specific SLOs
  • Assignments based on rubrics (such as essays, projects, and performances)
  • Student self-assessments (such as reflective journals and surveys)
  • Student satisfaction surveys
  • Capstone projects or final summative assignments
Assessment DescriptionJust after the midterm period, I presented a lecture-demonstration of Jazz performed by 2 other professional musicians and myself. Students were given a written program listing repertoire to be played and the names of the composers, and a sheet of bio information about the musicians. We played the pieces from memory and improvised solos and counterpoint. We also spoke about our training and the instruments we played. The students had to write a 2-page (typed) paper titled "What I Learned." I do this presentation every semester; it is always THE highlight of the class for the students.
Learning OutcomesALL
Number of Sections3
Number of Instructors1
Number of Students~30

Data Analysis

Data Shared With
  • Faculty and staff within our department
  • Students
Data Sharing Methods
  • Face-to-face meetings
  • Email
  • Phone
  • Shared document files
Data Summary~80% of students demonstrated enhanced understanding of the historical roots of Jazz, and are able to articulate aesthetic (non-technical) preferences with regard to styles
Analysis Summary~80% of students achieved the stated SLOs for this course
Next Steps PlannedNo answer
Learning OutcomesNo answer

Changes

DetailsUpdate of Course Outline of Record. Passed by Curriculum Committee In SPring, 2013. Feedback on SLOs and other items during Tech Review.
Learning OutcomesALL

Tentative Future Plans

TermSummer 2013
Activities

Revision of outcomes and assessment methods (measurements)

More DetailsNew SLOs on syllabus; current assessment tools.

SLO Details Storage Location

Additional Highlights

Robust dialogue among colleagues teaching historical survey courses in the Music Department was both necessary and gratifying in terms of the results.

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