
Date: 10th & 12th October, 2021
Time: 11:00 AM – 15:00 PM UAE TIME
07:00 AM – 11:00 AM GMT TIME
8 Hours Webinar (2 Sessions each 4 hours)
Webinar Fee:
175 USD Early Bird for registrations fully completed prior to 1st October, 2021
200 USD for registrations after 1st October, 2021
Overview
This webinar aims to develop participants’ understanding of and skills for designing effective program assessment processes, including articulating measurable program and course learning outcomes, designing assessment plans, selecting appropriate data collection, analysis and reporting methods, and using data to inform quality assurance and continuous enhancements of higher education programs. It stresses on the importance of applying an “evidence-based” approach and applying program assessment results to make improvements to programs.
The webinar will take place over two non-consecutive days. On Day 1, participants will be introduced to the fundamentals of program assessment, its purpose, and the benefits it offers. The steps to successfully develop program goals and learning outcomes, and curriculum mapping will also be discussed and demonstrated. Following Day 1, participants will be given a practical activity to complete to put theory into practice and prepare for Day 2. Day 2 will focus on designing program assessment plans, covering a range of direct and indirect program assessment methods and establishing criteria for success. Participants will focus on understanding how to interpret assessment data and results to facilitate continuous improvement.
Webinar Objectives
- Explain and describe the program assessment process and what constitutes well-designed assessment plans
- Articulate program mission, goals, and learning outcomes which can explicitly describe the skills, knowledge, and attitudes students develop as a result of a program of study
- Design and implement effective assessment plans and identify appropriate strategies and methods to collect assessment data
- Choose the most appropriate assessment methods to obtain valid data to evaluate specific student and program outcomes
- Analyze and use results for program revisions and continuous improvements
Key Topics
- Program assessment
- Program learning outcomes
- Assessment plan
- Data collection methods
- Continuous improvement
- Quality assurance
- Evidence-based approach
Who is this Webinar for?
- Program administrators
- Heads of departments
- Faculty members involved with the design, development, assessment, and review of academic programs
- Managers and staff members working in institutional research, quality assurance, and institutional effectiveness offices
Webinar Facilitator
Dr. Lejla Vrazalic
CLICKS’s Associate, UAE