FASH 25A - Weaving I - Stage 3 - Janice Sullivan

Assessment

Assessment Methods
  • Analysis of exam, quiz, or homework items linked to specific SLOs
  • Assignments based on rubrics (such as essays, projects, and performances)
  • Direct observation of performances, practical exams, group work
  • Capstone projects or final summative assignments
Assessment DescriptionI gave a mid term exam, written homework assignments.

Direct observation of working methods in producing a woven samplers of several weave structures. Choice of materials, craftsmanship, design ideas.

Final project of a signature fabric.
Learning OutcomesAnalyzing characteristics and construction of textiles.

Plan and design proper construction techniques.

Demonstrate skill in interpreting designs and instructions found in books and magazines.

Distinguish properties of various fibers and how they relate to woven construction.

Create an original textile based on techniques and skills learned through practice on the hand loom.
Number of Sectionsone
Number of Instructorsone
Number of Students14

Data Analysis

Data Shared With

Students

Data Sharing Methods

Face-to-face meetings

Data Summary70% of students registered for the class were able to perform all assignments with grade point average of A.

20% of students did not finish assignments.
Analysis SummaryFor the students that continued with the class they all achieved an outcome of 100%
Next Steps PlannedI am giving more homework assignments in drafting for weave structures, and analyzing weave structures to be sure students understand this.

I am also providing more time on the computer to design with individual instruction.

There isn't much one can do when students missed a large percentage of classes.
Learning OutcomesAll

Changes

DetailsI gave more written homework assignments.

More time spent individually with students on the computer design program.

Taught a few more hand techniques on the loom.
Learning OutcomesAll

Tentative Future Plans

TermFall 2013
Activities

Implementation of planned changes and reassessment

More DetailsI will be giving more homework assignments in drafting fabrics.

Start computer designing earlier in the semester.

Start final projects at least one week earlier

SLO Details Storage Location

ELECTRONIC COPY - On a department web server or shared document system

Additional Highlights

It gives us an opportunity to really think about our classes and figure out ways to produce more positive results in students.

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