DMI 51A - Radiographic Anatomy and Positioning - Stage 5 - Diane Garcia

Assessment

Assessment Methods
  • Analysis of exam, quiz, or homework items linked to specific SLOs
  • Direct observation of performances, practical exams, group work
Assessment DescriptionQuizzes, written and practical examinations were completed on each section of material that was required for this course.
Learning OutcomesAll
Number of Sections1
Number of Instructors1
Number of Students11

Data Analysis

Data Shared With

Faculty and staff within our department

Data Sharing Methods
  • Face-to-face meetings
  • Email
Data SummaryThe average final score in this course was 86%. The majority of the students were able to master the material to a point were they were able to enter the clinical environment with above 75% of the knowledge and practical ability required to preform the tasks needed.
Analysis SummaryThese students have achieved the outcome if they master 75% of the material presented. Grades on the assessments utilized in this course were higher than the 75% required to pass. Grades higher than 75% indicate outcome achievement.
Next Steps PlannedOngoing reassessment of all material in this course is required to keep up with industry standards. The timeline for this is continuous. There is no end to continually updating the material.
Learning OutcomesAll

Changes

DetailsRevision of some of the positions that were taught in order to keep with industry standards.
Learning OutcomesAll

Tentative Future Plans

TermSpring 2014
Activities

Implementation of planned changes and reassessment

More DetailsBetween Spring 2013 and Spring 2014, surveys of current positioning standards utilized by our clinical sites will be conducted to assess the necessity of revisions.

SLO Details Storage Location

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

Additional Highlights

Students taking the DMI 51A lecture and laboratory course who are successful go on to have great success in our clinical sites preforming radiographic procedures on patients in real situations. This course is instrumental in giving the foundation for strong anatomy and positioning skills needed in this profession.

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