NCA Self-Study

Task Force

Orientation

Institutional Accreditation

Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

One of six regional accrediting organizations recognized by U.S. Department of Education

PEAQ: Program to Evaluate and Advance Quality

Comprehensive Review every 10 Years—last review in 1997

May 2005 Focused Visit– Request for Institutional Change

Preparing for Comprehensive Review

University-wide effortComprehensive self-study reportSite visit in Fall 2007Organizational Strategy

• Self Study Team

• Self Study Steering Committee

• Criterion Task Forces

• Timeline: • April 2006 Task Force Work Complete

• Fall 2006 Draft Self Study Document

• Spring 2007 Publish Self Study Document

Self Study Goals

Demonstrate Fulfillment of Criteria for Accreditation10 Year Renewal – no interim

reports/visits

Reflect on Critical Issues and Identify Directions for Future

The New Criteria

Mission and Integrity

Preparing for the Future

Student Learning and Effective Teaching

Acquisition, Discovery and Application of Knowledge

Engagement and Service

New Criteria for Accreditation

Shift from Retrospective to Prospective Orientation

Focus on Institutional Effectiveness NOT Compliance with Prescriptive Standards

Focused on Learning

Foster Engagement and Connection

Accomplishments

Strategic Planning & Budgeting

Institutional Data & Research

Assessment of Student Learning

General Education

We have a great story to tell!

Self-Study Process & Role of Task Forces

Self Study Team: Leadership Steering Committee: Orchestrates Campus

Engagement in Self-studyTask Forces:

• Review Evidence

• Evaluate Fulfillment of Criteria

Resources:• Web site: www.nau.edu/accreditation

• Web CT Course

• Evidence Inventory

• Data Integrity Policy