O H 75 - Pest Control - Stage 4 - Malcolm Hillan

Assessment

Assessment Methods

Analysis of exam, quiz, or homework items linked to specific SLOs

Assessment DescriptionAnalysis of final exam items relating to biocontrol: Numbers 5,29,34 and 37.
Learning OutcomesOutcome G: Explain various methods of disease control in ornamental plants including cultural, biological, mechanical and chemical approaches.

Outcome I: Explain the appropriate use of the three major types of biological control.
Number of SectionsOne
Number of InstructorsOne
Number of Students26

Data Analysis

Data Shared With

Faculty and staff within our department

Data Sharing Methods

Face-to-face meetings

Data SummaryCorrect responses for biocontrol questions were as follows: Q 5: 85%; Q29: 77%; Q 34: 69%; Q 37: 96% for an aggregate response of 82% correct.
Analysis SummaryWhile the outcomes dealing with biocontrol were accomplised at a "good" level in the aggregate, the weed-related question (#34) evidenced weakness in class performance. 70% is considered passing for industry based exams.
Next Steps PlannedUnsure about course of action at this time. Necessity of a change is unclear.
Learning OutcomesIf changes are made, both outcomes cited above (G and I) would be supported.

Tentative Future Plans

TermSpring 2014
Activities
  • Revision of outcomes and assessment methods (measurements)
  • Assessment (measurement) of outcomes
More DetailsOutcomes relating to biocontrol will be evaluated and assessment methods potentially changed.

SLO Details Storage Location

HARD COPY - In my personal filing system (my office)

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