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Teacher Education - Graduate Program

Results of Assessment

2007-2008 (submitted 09/16/08)

PROGRAM GOALS

STUDENT SATISFACTION OF THE MED PROGRAM

Students fill out surveys during MED 6091. On a Likert scale, respondents mark from 1 (negative) to 5 (positive). Percentages indicate for the 44 respondents the percentage of those who fully (5) or mostly agree (4).

  Percentages
   
   
1. The objectives and requirements of the program were adequately outlined. 89%
2. The admission requirements were realistic and equitable. 100%
3. Scheduling of courses was at convenient times. 66%
4. The courses were generally informative and interesting. 86%
5. The instructors were knowledgeable and current in their fields. 95%
6. The instructors were skilled and modeled effective teaching techniques. 82%
7. Higher level thinking was reinforced in class discussions and assignments. 91%
8. The courses and requirements had a practical orientation. 93%
9. Faculty were generally helpful and concerned about student needs. 95%
10. There was sufficient opportunity to interact with and learn from other students. 93%
11. The courses reflected a pluralistic and multicultural viewpoint. 86%
12. Advisement was available when requested. 86%
13. The Graduate Committee functioned adequately. 98%
14. The Graduate Committee members were cooperative in providing assistance with the Master's Project. 98%
15. The Master's Project, Presentation, and Portfolio were valuable parts of the program. 86%
16. I would recommend the program to others. 87%
   
Student Satisfaction of the MED Program mean: 87%
   
MASTERY OF PROGRAM OUTCOMES  
   
Percentages represent those who view outcomes fully or mostly met.  
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1. Ability to use writing, research skills, oral presentation skills and reflective and questioning skills to meet scholarly and professional goals. 98%
2. Knowledge of the history and philosophy of education and schooling through the application of research skills, oral presentation skills and reflective questioning skills. 83%
3. Understanding of issues related to culture, language, exceptionalities, and gender as they impact teaching and learning. 88%
4. Knowledge of important theories of learning and development that have their roots in philosophy and psychology, and the implications for modern schooling. 83%
5. Knowledge of principles of curriculum development and the current issues in measurement and evaluation. 83%
6. Knowledge of current teaching techniques including alternative instructional strategies and practices that facilitate effective learning. 88%
7. Ability to analyze and critique educational research, and to apply research principles in the design of research projects to find solutions to educational problems. 98%
8. Ability to find and report on a significant educational question that has usefulness and applicability through the development of a written culminating project. 98%
9. Ability to synthesize personal and professional experience in the graduate program through the development of the project and the portfolio. 95%
   
Program outcomes mean (student self-evaluated): 90%

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