Effective Pre/Post-Test Assessment Strategies for Course Outcomes
This guide outlines practical steps for using pre/post-test assessments to evaluate student learning outcomes effectively. Developed by Marla Larimore and Don Lind, learning assessment coordinators, the process includes creating a test mapped to course outcomes, administering the test (including using scan-tron), and analyzing scores. Emphasis is placed on documenting results, identifying areas for improvement, and evaluating program and institutional support. Resources are provided for outcome mapping, data analysis, and reporting to enhance educational effectiveness.
Effective Pre/Post-Test Assessment Strategies for Course Outcomes
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Using a Pre/Post Test CCC Assessment--Fall 2007 Marla Larimore and Don Lind Learning Assessment Coordinators
Steps to Take • Create your test (use for pre/post) • Map each question back to course outcomes • Make sure you test over each outcome • Give the test—can use scan-tron • Then, for each student: • Count how many questions are correct for each outcome • Choose how to record the scores (3 out of 4?) (75%?)
Mapping Ex: Intermediate Algebra(outcomes mapped to a test with 30 questions)
Give the Test It can be a scan-tron….
Enter Listing of Outcomes Be sure to download a new spread sheet!
Data by Counting How Many Correct Out of How Many Possible For Each Outcome
It Will Calculate Average Gains Note: I “hid” rows 21-47 and columns 17-19 to fit the slide show
Don & Marla use your data to calculate how well we are supporting our Program Outcomes and Institutional Outcomes
Fill out the Commentary FormDownload a copy at: http://www.coffeyville.edu/assessment/downloads.htm • Take special note of the outcomes which were poorly achieved or mastered. • Note the performance of each student. • Consider carefully what happened in this course and if any changes are in order. • Document your thoughts on these results. • Mention any budgetary needs. • Give a copy to your division chair.
Have questions???? • Please do not hesitate to contact: • Marla Larimore or Don Lind • We’d be happy to assist you in any way! Thanks for attending this session!
