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Advancing Assessment, Evaluation, and Institutional Effectiveness
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Advancing Assessment, Evaluation, and Institutional Effectiveness Course Overview
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Course-Level Assessment – Building Evidence of Learning
Strengthen classroom-level assessment aligned with learning outcomes and student engagement.
Module One – The Purpose and Principles of Assessment
Understanding formative vs. summative, assessment vs. grading, and the improvement mindset.
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Module One Overview — The Purpose and Principles of Assessment
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Module One: 1a The Purpose and Principles of Assessment Video
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Module One: 1b Assessment as Inquiry Reading Resource
Module One: 1c Assessment Mindset Reflection Worksheet
Module One: 1d Case Study – Reframing Assessment for Improvement
Module One: 1e Assessment Mindset Reflection Assignment
Module One: 1f Module Summary & Reflection – Building a Culture of Learning
Module One: 1g The Purpose and Principles of Assessment Quiz
Module Two – Writing and Aligning Learning Outcomes
Constructing measurable outcomes aligned with Bloom’s Taxonomy and program goals.
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Module Two Overview — Writing and Aligning Learning Outcomes
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Module Two: 2a Writing and Aligning Learning Outcomes Video
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Module Two: 2b Developing Measurable Outcomes Reading Resource
Module Two: 2c Learning Outcome Alignment Template
Module Two: 2d Case Study – Strengthening Course Outcomes for Clarity
Module Two: 2e Outcome Alignment Planning Assignment
Module Two: 2f Module Summary & Reflection – Strengthening Course Design
Module Two: 2g Writing and Aligning Learning Outcomes Quiz
Module Three – Designing Authentic and Inclusive Assessments
Creating varied, culturally responsive, and meaningful assessment activities.
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Module Three Overview — Designing Authentic and Inclusive Assessments
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Module Three: 3a Designing Authentic and Inclusive Assessments Video
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Module Three: 3b Principles of Authentic Assessment Reading Resource
Module Three: 3c Authentic Assessment Planning Worksheet
Module Three: 3d Case Study – Aligning Authentic Assessment with Student Needs
Module Three: 3e Designing Inclusive Assessments Assignment
Module Three: 3f Module Summary & Reflection – Assessment as Engagement
Module Three: 3g Designing Authentic and Inclusive Assessments Quiz
Module Four – Using Rubrics and Feedback Loops
Developing and applying rubrics for consistency and transparency in learning evidence.
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Module Four Overview — Using Rubrics and Feedback Loops
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Module Four: 4a Using Rubrics and Feedback Loops Video
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Module Four: 4b Building Effective Rubrics Reading Resource
Module Four: 4c Rubric Design and Application Template
Module Four: 4d Case Study – Using Rubrics to Foster Equity and Transparency
Module Four: 4e Applying Rubrics for Consistency Assignment
Module Four: 4f Module Summary & Reflection – Feedback for Growth
Module Four: 4g Using Rubrics and Feedback Loops Quiz
Module Five – Using Assessment Data to Inform Teaching
Interpreting results, reflecting on effectiveness, and planning for course-level improvements. Capstone Deliverable: A complete course assessment plan with aligned outcomes, activities, and measures.
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Module Five Overview — Using Assessment Data to Inform Teaching
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Module Five: 5a Using Assessment Data to Inform Teaching Video
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Module Five: 5b Data-Informed Teaching Practices Reading Resource
Module Five: 5c Course Assessment Analysis Template
Module Five: 5d Case Study – Turning Data into Action
Module Five: 5e Course Improvement Action Plan Assignment
Module Five: 5f Module Summary & Reflection – Closing the Loop
Module Five: 5g Using Assessment Data to Inform Teaching Quiz
Program-Level Assessment – Connecting Learning to Mission
Build sustainable systems for collecting, interpreting, and using evidence of learning across a program.
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Program-Level Assessment – Connecting Learning to Mission Course Overview
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Module One – From Course to Program: Understanding Alignment
How course-level evidence rolls up to program learning outcomes.
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Module One Overview — From Course to Program: Understanding Alignment
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Module One: 1a From Course to Program Alignment Video
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Module One: 1b Program Alignment Principles Reading Resource
Module One: 1c Course-to-Program Mapping Worksheet
Module One: 1d Case Study – Tracing Learning from Course to Program
Module One: 1e Program Alignment Reflection Assignment
Module One: 1f Module Summary & Reflection – Seeing the Bigger Picture
Module One: 1g From Course to Program: Understanding Alignment Quiz
Module Two – Defining Program Learning Outcomes
Writing and mapping outcomes that reflect institutional mission and workforce relevance.
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Module Two Overview — Defining Program Learning Outcomes
Module Two: 2a Defining Program Learning Outcomes Video
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Module Two: 2b Writing Measurable Program Outcomes Reading Resource
Module Two: 2c Program Learning Outcomes Development Template
Module Two: 2d Case Study – Redesigning Program Outcomes for Relevance
Module Two: 2e Program Learning Outcomes Assignment
Module Two: 2f Module Summary & Reflection – Aligning Mission and Measurement
Module Two: 2g Defining Program Learning Outcomes Quiz
Module Three – Curriculum Mapping and Data Collection
Designing curriculum maps, assessment matrices, and efficient data-collection processes.
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Module Three Overview — Curriculum Mapping and Data Collection
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Module Three: 3a Curriculum Mapping and Data Collection Video
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Module Three: 3b Designing Effective Curriculum Maps Reading Resource
Module Three: 3c Program Curriculum Mapping Template
Module Three: 3d Case Study – Mapping a Coherent Program Curriculum
Module Three: 3e Curriculum Mapping and Data Planning Assignment
Module Three: 3f Module Summary & Reflection – Finding the Gaps
Module Three: 3g Curriculum Mapping and Data Collection Quiz
Module Four – Collaborative Reflection and Reporting
Engaging faculty in dialogue about results and integrating findings into improvement.
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Module Four Overview — Collaborative Reflection and Reporting
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Module Four: 4a Collaborative Reflection and Reporting Video
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Module Four: 4b Faculty Engagement in Assessment Reading Resource
Module Four: 4c Program Reflection Planning Worksheet
Module Four: 4d Case Study – Faculty Dialogue in Action
Module Four: 4e Collaborative Reflection Summary Assignment
Module Four: 4f Module Summary & Reflection – Building Shared Ownership
Module Four: 4g Collaborative Reflection and Reporting Quiz
Module Five – Using Program Assessment for Accreditation and Planning
Embedding results into program review and accreditation documentation.
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Module Five Overview — Using Program Assessment for Accreditation and Planning
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Module Five: 5a Program Assessment for Accreditation and Planning Video
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Module Five: 5b Integrating Assessment into Accreditation Processes Reading Resource
Module Five: 5c Program Assessment Reporting Template
Module Five: 5d Case Study – Using Assessment Evidence in Accreditation Review
Module Five: 5e Program Assessment Improvement Plan Assignment
Module Five: 5f Module Summary & Reflection – Sustaining Continuous Improvement
Module Five: 5g Using Program Assessment for Accreditation and Planning Quiz
Program Evaluation & Institutional Effectiveness – Measuring Impact and Driving Improvement
Use evaluation frameworks to measure program impact and drive institutional improvement.
Module One – Assessment vs. Evaluation: Understanding the Distinction
Conceptual clarity and why both matter for institutional effectiveness.
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Module One Overview — Assessment vs. Evaluation: Understanding the Distinction
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Module One: 1a Assessment vs. Evaluation: Understanding the Distinction Video
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Module One: 1b Distinguishing Assessment and Evaluation Reading Resource
Module One: 1c Comparison Framework Worksheet
Module One: 1d Case Study – When Assessment Becomes Evaluation
Module One: 1e Assessment vs. Evaluation Reflection Assignment
Module One: 1f Module Summary & Reflection – Integrating Evidence and Impact
Module One: 1g Assessment vs. Evaluation: Understanding the Distinction Quiz
Module Two – Logic Models and Evaluation Frameworks
Identifying inputs, outputs, and outcomes using evaluation planning tools.
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Module Two Overview — Logic Models and Evaluation Frameworks
Module Two: 2a Logic Models and Evaluation Frameworks Video
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Module Two: 2b Introduction to Logic Models Reading Resource
Module Two: 2c Evaluation Framework Planning Template
Module Two: 2d Case Study – Building a Logic Model for a Student Support Program
Module Two: 2e Logic Model Development Assignment
Module Two: 2f Module Summary & Reflection – Connecting Inputs to Outcomes
Module Two: 2g Logic Models and Evaluation Frameworks Quiz
Module Three – Collecting and Analyzing Data for Evaluation
Integrating qualitative and quantitative methods for holistic insights.
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Module Three Overview — Collecting and Analyzing Evaluation Data
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Module Three: 3a Collecting and Analyzing Evaluation Data Video
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Module Three: 3b Quantitative and Qualitative Data Strategies Reading Resource
Module Three: 3c Data Collection and Analysis Planning Worksheet
Module Three: 3d Case Study – Measuring the Impact of a First-Year Seminar
Module Three: 3e Data Analysis Summary Assignment
Module Three: 3f Module Summary & Reflection – Using Evidence to Tell the Story
Module Three: 3g Collecting and Analyzing Evaluation Data Quiz
Module Four – Communicating Findings and Engaging Stakeholders
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Module Four Overview — Communicating Findings and Engaging Stakeholders
Module Four: 4a Communicating Findings and Engaging Stakeholders Video
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Module Four: 4b Strategies for Reporting and Visualization Reading Resource
Module Four: 4c Stakeholder Communication Plan Template
Module Four: 4d Case Study – Turning Data into a Compelling Narrative
Module Four: 4e Evaluation Reporting and Communication Assignment
Module Four: 4f Module Summary & Reflection – From Results to Action
Module Four: 4g Communicating Findings and Engaging Stakeholders Quiz
Module Five – Building a Culture of Continuous Improvement
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Module Five Overview — Building a Culture of Continuous Improvement
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Module Five: 5a Building a Culture of Continuous Improvement Video
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Module Five: 5b Institutional Effectiveness and Continuous Improvement Reading Resource
Module Five: 5c Continuous Improvement Planning Template
Module Five: 5d Case Study – Embedding Evaluation into Institutional Practice
Module Five: 5e Institutional Improvement Plan Assignment
Module Five: 5f Module Summary & Reflection – Leading the Culture of Evidence
Module Five: 5g Building a Culture of Continuous Improvement Quiz
Final Section – Summary, Evaluation & Certificate
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Course Summary
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Course Overview
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TruePath Learning, LLC™ Professional Development Series: Advancing Assessment, Evaluation, and Institutional Effectiveness

📚 Module 1d — Case Study: Reframing Assessment for Improvement

Scenario:
Dr. Kim Lopez, a sociology instructor, has always equated assessment with grading. She designs thoughtful assignments and provides detailed feedback, but the college recently asked each department to submit evidence of course-level assessment for accreditation.
Dr. Lopez feels frustrated—she believes her grading already shows whether students are learning. Her department chair encourages her to collect a sample of student work, identify a few learning outcomes, and summarize what the evidence reveals about strengths and challenges.

After some hesitation, Dr. Lopez agrees. She realizes that by looking across several sections of the same course, she can identify patterns—students are consistently strong in theoretical understanding but struggle to apply concepts in written analysis. She discusses this with colleagues, and together they redesign one major assignment to include a guided outline and peer-review component.

Guided Questions (for Reflection or Discussion)

  1. What helped Dr. Lopez move from viewing assessment as grading to viewing it as inquiry?

  2. How did collaboration change the tone and usefulness of the assessment process?

  3. Think about your own setting—what’s one way you could reframe assessment from a compliance task to a learning opportunity?

✅ After completing your worksheet and reflecting on this case study, you’ll submit both pieces with your Module 1e Assessment Mindset Reflection Assignment.
You’ll then proceed to the Module 1 quiz—remember, you must score 80 percent or higher to unlock the next module.

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