O H 63 - Soils - Stage 3 - Malcolm Hillan
Assessment
| Assessment Methods | Student focus groups |
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| Assessment Description | Discussed and reviewed Pot Test demonstration that we complete every year to compare organic and inorganic sources of fertilizer. Reviewed lab observations and analysis completed by students as part of the assignment. |
| Learning Outcomes | Outcome "X": Compare major sources of plant nutrients, both organic an inorganic and identify the most appropriate uses of each. |
| Number of Sections | One |
| Number of Instructors | One |
| Number of Students | 16 |
Data Analysis
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| Data Sharing Methods | Face-to-face meetings |
| Data Summary | Almost unanimously the students expressed valuing the activity and having learned about similarities and differences in the materials. All expressed the need for better controls on the demonstration and improved opportunity to observe regularly. Student comments reflected understanding of the key similarities and differences between materials. |
| Analysis Summary | The demonstration will be kept in the curriculum, as engagement on this topic is demonstrable by discussion and content of lab observations. (12 out of 16) |
| Next Steps Planned | Will discuss isolation issues with Nursery Specialist, and identify a location in the greenhouses where demonstration will not be affected by extraneous watering and fertilizing activities. Also, all preparation activities will be completed in class, rather than after hours. |
| Learning Outcomes | Outcome "X" |
Tentative Future Plans
| Term | Spring 2014 |
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| Activities | Implementation of planned changes and reassessment |
| More Details | As described above, identify better location(s) for demonstration and shift preparations to class time. |
SLO Details Storage Location
HARD COPY - In my personal filing system (my office)