Preparing for North Central Association / Higher Learning

Commission (HLC) Accreditation

Reviewing Areas of Specialization

and

Assessing Learning Outcomes

History and Background

• In 2005, the HLC accreditation process changed from being process-oriented to results-oriented

• Student Learning Outcomes and graduate programs will be emphasized for 2009 visit

History and Background

• The new expectations are a challenge for colleges & universities across the country

• Purdue may work with peer institutions to develop effective & workable models

Areas of Specialization Reviews

• Online updates due October 30, 2007

• Mission Statement

• Focus of Program

• Core Courses

• Learning Outcomes

• Faculty & Enrollments (new specializations)

Ph.D. Program Learning Outcomes

• A three-step self-study process focusing on University-wide Ph.D. Student Learning Outcomes must be described

• The self-studies must involve broad faculty involvement at each step

Ph.D. Program Learning Outcomes

Step 1: Student Learning Outcomes and How They are Addressed

1. Outcomes

2. Activities

Ph.D. Program Learning Outcomes

Step 2: Assessment of Student Learning Outcomes

3. Evidence

4. Findings

Ph.D. Program Learning Outcomes

Step 3: Ongoing Improvement Efforts

5. Reviews

6. Changes

7. Impacts

Ph.D. Program Learning Outcomes

• Graduate students of the Purdue University Ph.D. programs will be able to demonstrate the ability to: …

1. Knowledge and Scholarship

Identify and Conduct original research, scholarship or creative endeavors.

Related College of Education Competencies

•Synthesize Knowledge

•Create Knowledge

2. Effective Communication

Effectively communicate the field of study.

Related College of Education Competency

•Communicate Knowledge

3. Critical Thinking

Think critically, creatively and solve problems in their field of study.

Related College of Education Competency

•Think Critically and Reflectively

4. Ethical and Responsible Research

Conduct research in an ethical and responsible manner.

Related College of Education Competency

•Is this clearly identified?

More College of Education Competencies

• Engage in Professional Development

• Participate Actively in Their Profession

Student Learning Outcomes Timeline

• May 08: One Student Learning Outcome Self-Study Online Submission

• Strongly Recommended: Working Drafts for All Student Learning Outcomes

• May 09: Online Submissions for All Student Learning Outcome Self-Studies