Student Learning Outcome Matrix
2006-2007
The
Undergraduate Major In CHEMISTRY AT
Purpose: To
prepare students for careers through the study of Chemistry
Use
of Assessment Findings: To improve students skills
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LEARNING OUTCOMES |
ASSESSMENT
METHODS |
EXPECTED RESULTS |
ACTUAL RESULTS 2006-2007 |
USE OF RESULTS 2007-2008 |
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Students
will learn the fundamental principles governing the chemical world, while
developing problem-solving skills. CHE 101 |
Students
will understand the general principles of chemistry. They will compare,
contrast and predict physical and chemical properties based on atomic and
molecular structure. |
Assignments,
quizzes, recitations, test, internet exercises and laboratory assignments. |
(85%) of students demonstrated an
understanding of the
chemical world and essential problem solving skills. |
Procedures
and techniques will be used for instructional purposes in the future and to
improve methodology used. Data will be analyzed to improve pedagogical
methodology to increase percent success rate. |
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Students
will gain experience in a variety of laboratory techniques to safely conduct
chemical experiments and procedures. CHE 101 CHE 301 |
Students
will be able to independently perform accurate quantitative measurements,
interpret experimental results, perform calculations on these results and
draw a reasonable, accurate conclusion. |
Laboratory
assignments, written assignments and field assignments |
(80%) of
students demonstrated skills essential for conducting experiments at a
sophisticated level. |
Best
practices will be continued. Procedures and methods will be evaluated in an
effort to increase success rate. |
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Students
will develop and utilize effective computer, written and oral communication
skills in a scientific setting. CHE 494 |
Students
will communicate critical analysis of scientific information through written
reports and laboratory
notebooks. Students will use chemical literature and
computer resources to gather research information. |
Research
reports: both experimental and theoretical and laboratory, presentations,
notebook instructions and frequent checks |
88% of
students became efficient in performing literature searches and keeping
up-to-date notebooks. Students also became efficient in the use of
information resources |
Modified
methodologies will be used to increase performance |
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