Instructions and Examples

DISCLAIMER: Some of this information in this section is fictitious and does not, in any way, represent any of the programs at Gallaudet University. It is intended only as an example.

A step-by-step guide for each component included in assessment:

How to write a Mission Statement

• Writing Mission Statements

How to write Student Learning Outcomes

• Writing Effective Program-Level Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

How to set Targets, select Tools/Methods, and develop Scoring Criteria

• Setting Performance Targets (Criteria for Success)
• Selecting Appropriate Assessment Tools and Methods
• Developing Scoring Criteria (Rubrics)

If a program needs to develop their program assessment plan on program SLOs, Tools/Methods, Scoring Criteria, and Targets, please use this template, Assessment Plan Template.

How to summarize and analyze Findings/Results

• Summarize Data
• Analyze Data

How to plan the use of Results for Improvement

• Using Assessment Results