QLT Section 2: Student Learning and Assessment

Description

Student Assessment refers to the process used to gather evidence of the achievement of the Student Learning Objectives/Outcomes (SLOs or other discipline-specific standards). It is recommended that instructors work with their assessment specialists from the campus and departments for assistance and collaboration.


Section 2 QLT Rubric QuARRy Exemplars

 

Section 2 Objectives

2.1 (CORE) All Student Learning Objectives/Outcomes (SLOs) are specific, well-defined, and measurable. 

2.2 (CORE) Grading policy is provided in a manner that clearly defines expectations for the course and respective assignments.

2.3 (CORE) The learning activities (including the assignments and ungraded activities) must align to the course or module SLOs and promote or reference the specific SLO to be achieved.  

2.4 (CORE) The assessment instruments (e.g., rubrics, grading sheets) are detailed and appropriate to the student work and respective outcomes being assessed. This includes assessing modes of online participation and contributions.

2.5 (CORE) Throughout the semester, the instructor provides multiple opportunities to give feedback on students' learning and to help students “self-check” their learning.

2.6 Throughout the semester, the instructor provides multiple opportunities to solicit feedback from their students about their learning and on the course for the improvement of the course.

Note: A subset of 24 QLT objectives are identified as “CORE” elements that should be present in a quality online course.