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Student Outcomes Assessment : A Historical Review and Guide to Program Development (Contributions to the Study of Education)
Student Outcomes Assessment A Historical Review and Guide to Program Development - Contributions to the Study of Education Author:Serbrenia J. Sims Colleges and universities have been criticized for their failure to educate students effectively. As a result, institutions of higher education are recognizing the importance of student outcomes assessment as an important tool for curriculum development and policy planning. This book traces the history of outcomes assessment initiatives and summ... more »arizes model approaches at several universities. The author also discusses national achievement tests, governmental intervention in institutional policy, and the accreditation of colleges and universities. The study concludes with a practical guide to designing, implementing, and evaluating student outcomes assessment programs.« less