HIST 41B - The African American in the United States - Stage 5 - Tarik Farrar

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
  • Pre & post surveys or tests
Assessment DescriptionPre and Post survey as well as cumulative finals
Learning OutcomesAll
Number of Sections3
Number of Instructors1/2/2013
Number of Students90-120

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
Data Sharing Methods
  • Face-to-face meetings
  • Email
  • Website review and commentary
Data SummaryThat more students were familiar with 20th century history, but a larger number answered question 3 incorrectly initially.
Analysis SummaryBy the end of the course more than 90% answered all 5 question correctly. But the total number of students at the end of the semester was lower in each course.
Next Steps PlannedInclude demographic questions within the survey that address economic, skill level, and student experience also include a more affordable textbook.
Learning OutcomesAll

Changes

Details1) More affordable textbook

2) Themes used to structure course
Learning OutcomesAll

Tentative Future Plans

TermFall 2013
Activities
  • Revision of outcomes and assessment methods (measurements)
  • Assessment (measurement) of outcomes
  • Analysis and discussion of assessment data and next steps
  • Implementation of planned changes and reassessment
More DetailsWe will meet as a department to discuss details this summer

SLO Details Storage Location

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

Additional Highlights

The Civil Rights Movement is where we end this course and through their research projects many students made meaningful and personal connections to this historical period.

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