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Committee Responsibilities
The basic responsibilities of the assessment committee.

Plan for Assessing Student Academic Achievement 2005-2008
Assessment philosophy, mission statement, purpose, and planning timeline.

Program - Level Matrices
Assessment matrices for the Associate of Arts, Associate of Applied Science, Technical Certificates and Certificates of Proficiency programs at MSCC begin on page 12 of the Plan for Assessing Student Academic Achievement.

General Education Outcomes
View rubrics for GEO's.

General Education Outcomes

Modified Spring 2006

GEO 1: Communicate effectively in standard, edited American English

  • Provides content that is clearly focused and supported by the writer’s understanding of the topic.
  • Uses appropriate grammar, punctuation, spelling, and syntax.
  • Logically organizes and develops ideas in writing.
  • Provides an appropriate introduction and conclusion to organize the speech.
  • Provides main points that are well developed and clear.
  • Uses appropriate gestures, movement, and eye contact to give a poised and professional presentation.
  • Speaks clearly and understandably using standard, edited English.

GEO 2: Solve problems using mathematical skills appropriate to the task

  • Demonstrates understanding of the math by choosing the correct procedure.
  • Shows work to solve the math problem.
  • Solves the problem without error.

GEO 3: Develop habits, ethics, and interpersonal skills to work effectively and fairly with individuals and teams of people with personal and cultural differences.

  • Demonstrate an ability to collaborate with others in order to plan and complete a team project.
  • Work ethically and fairly with others regardless of personal or cultural differences.
  • Behave professionally by setting goals and priorities, upholding responsibilities, and making reasoned decisions.
  • Set priorities and manage time effectively in accordance with priorities.
  • Demonstrates initiative.
  • Follow organizational policies and procedures.
  • Demonstrate promptness and regular attendance.

GEO 4: Use common computer applications to locate, communicate, process, and store information.

  • Demonstrate basic computer and operating system skills.
  • Perform core application tasks within computer software packages, such as Word, Power Point, and Excel.
  • Use a search engine and/or electronic databases to access, navigate, and evaluate information on the Internet.
  • Communicate effectively using email and/or online discussion forums.

 


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