JOUR 24 - Newspaper Laboratory - Stage 5 - Juan Gonzales

Assessment

Assessment Methods
  • Assignments based on rubrics (such as essays, projects, and performances)
  • Direct observation of performances, practical exams, group work
  • Student self-assessments (such as reflective journals and surveys)
  • Student satisfaction surveys
Assessment DescriptionThe assessment included two one-on-one critique sessions with the instructor that focused on published work performed for The Guardsman. It also included a point value assessment of their end of the semester portfolio of published work. A self-assessment paper was part of the portfolio that included such questions as describing the relationship between an editor and a reporter; what did they learn from the publishing experience; and strengths and weaknesses of their experience on The Guardsman.
Learning OutcomesALL
Number of Sections1
Number of Instructors1
Number of Students20

Data Analysis

Data Shared With

Faculty and staff within our department

Data Sharing Methods

Face-to-face meetings

Data SummaryApproximately 85% of the students produced work that met SLO objectives for the course. The great majority of students were able to create portfolios that meet professional standards and correctly answer a question related to the significant organizational components found in a campus newspaper and the varying tasks involved.
Analysis SummaryThe grades earned by 85% of the students indicated that course SLOs were achieved.
Next Steps PlannedNo answer
Learning OutcomesNo answer

Tentative Future Plans

TermFall 2013
Activities
  • Assessment (measurement) of outcomes
  • Analysis and discussion of assessment data and next steps
More DetailsAssess measurement tools and the need for added SLOs that are in keeping with the industry. This may require additional faculty meetings and special meetings with our industry advisory board.

SLO Details Storage Location

HARD COPY - In a department filing system (department office)

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