Spring 2013 Course SLO Review

GRPH 36 - Intermediate Graphic Design - Stage 5 - Deanna Alcorn

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 Student self-assessments (such as reflective journals and surveys) Student satisfaction surveys Capstone projects or final summative assignments
Assessment Description	Assessments are based on the Logo and Poster from the final class project, which built upon the first two projects in the SLO areas. Each step of the design process was evaluated for accurate completion, proficiency and demonstrated progress. Grading rubrics, analysis and direct observation were used in the assessment process. Additionally, an exit survey allowed students to evaluate their own skills.
Learning Outcomes	1. Develop proficiency in producing thumbnails, roughs and comps. 2. Employ problem identification and ideation strategies, research and information gathering; and iterative design development ideas.
Number of Sections	1
Number of Instructors	1
Number of Students	20

Data Analysis

Data Shared With	Instructors of the same course (at CCSF) Faculty and staff within our department Faculty and staff from related programs/departments Faculty and staff from across the college
Data Sharing Methods	Face-to-face meetings Email Website review and commentary Shared document files
Data Summary	Using the final class grades as a measure, there is a high level of competency in both SLO areas: the average score for the combined SLOs was 95%, and 19 out of 20 students received an A or B grade. For the first SLO, 95% of students scored 86% or higher. For the second SLO, 100% of students measured 80% or higher. It’s evident from the exit survey that students now have a strong grasp on and appreciation for design process, research and analysis. In their self-evaluations, over 50% of students indicated that they feel more competent in the areas of research, defining the problem and strategizing about solutions via the design brief, sketching concepts and evaluating ideas. Over 40% feel more competent in the areas of ideation strategies (working solo and in groups), gathering information about the audience, iterating on sketches, creating roughs and comps and iterating on their designs. (Note that those students who did not choose the above topics on the survey may already feel competent in those areas, or they may not yet feel competent.)
Analysis Summary	There is a high level of competency in both SLOs. The average score for the combined SLOs was 95%, and 19 out of 20 students received an A or B grade. For the first SLO, 95% of students scored 86% or higher. For the second SLO, 100% of students measured 80% or higher. It’s evident from the exit survey that students now have a strong grasp on and appreciation for design process, research and analysis. The majority also indicated that they feel more competent in several key areas of the SLOs.
Next Steps Planned	No answer
Learning Outcomes	No answer

Tentative Future Plans

Term	Fall 2013
Activities	Analysis and discussion of assessment data and next steps
More Details	I'll discuss the results with the faculty and decide which SLOs to assess in Fall 2013.

SLO Details Storage Location

HARD COPY - In my personal filing system (my office)
ELECTRONIC COPY - In my electronic filing system (hard drive or web server)
ELECTRONIC COPY - On a department web server or shared document system

Additional Highlights

After completing this course, a survey of students indicated that they have a strong grasp on and appreciation for the design process, including ideation, research and analysis. The SLO measurements show a high level of competency, with an average score of 95%.

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