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Bachelor of ArtsBachelor of ArtsProgram Code 110
Report on Academic Year 2009-2010
2Student-Learning Outcomes: List of All Program Student-Learning Outcomes
2009-10 Priority Outcomes
STUDENT-LEARNING OUTCOMES
BLOOM’S TAXONOMY LEVEL OF THINKING
REQUIRED BY ACCREDITING AGENCY
1 BA students will have on graduation a competent level of knowledge in the visual fine arts
Remembering NA
2 BA students will demonstrate on graduation the ability to draw realistic images
Applying NA
3 BA students will demonstrate on graduation journaling as an integral part of their creative process
ApplyingCreating
NA
4 BA students will have on graduation higher-order thinking skills CreatingEvaluatingAnalyzing
NA
5 BA students will reveal on graduation a high level of professionalism Applying NA
6 BA students will produce on graduation competent visual fine art Applying NA
7 BA students will hold a public exhibition befitting of that degree Applying NA
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Institutional Mission• Provide quality educational opportunities• Prepare students for professional success• Act as a driving force in the cultural life of the region
School and Departmental Mission• Prepare students for entry into a number of art-related professions or endeavors by completing a broad, yet organized,
curriculum in both art history and studio-related courses
Strategic Plan 2013Core Values• The Department values student learning as a top priority• The Department focuses resources to achieve optimal student learning• The Department provides cultural and social development
Goals• The Department maintains and enhances Cameron’s commitment to providing programs of the highest quality in instruction,
research, and service to better meet the needs of the citizens of the region. (Plan 2013 Goal I.1.1)• The Department ensures effective assessment of student learning, including experiential learning. (Plan 2013 Goal I.1.3)• The Department provides opportunities for students to demonstrate their scholarship in regional and national forums.
(Plan 2013 Goal I.1.6)• The Department makes effective use of existing and new facilities. (Plan 2013 Goal III.3.1)• The Department expands the number of educational, cultural, and social opportunities for the region.
(Plan 2013 Goal III.3.6)• The Department increases Cameron University Alumni Association membership by expanding visibility through
off-campus events, developing services, and creating opportunities that engage alumni. (Plan 2013 Goal IV.4.4)• The Department develops partnerships with area businesses and industries, including encouraging use of conferencing
facilities and matching educational offerings to employer needs. (Plan 2013 Goal IV.4.9)
Student-Learning Outcomes: Alignment of Student-Learning Outcomes
4Student-Learning Outcomes: Measures of Student-Learning Outcomes
APPROVED MEASURES OF STUDENT LEARNINGDirect measures Portfolio review
Performance rating
Locally developed and validated examinations
Standardized examinations
Capstone course
Benchmark against similar programs
Indirect measures IDEA student reactions to instruction and courses
Exit interviews
Survey of graduates (1 year after graduation)
Student perceptions of learning (exit survey)
Employer perceptions of student skills
Faculty perceptions of student learning
5Student-Learning Outcomes: Program Methodologies That Address Shortfalls in Learning
Program methodologies that address shortfalls in student learning prior to graduation
• Studio course critiques provide direct feedback for improvement
• Curriculum structure and faculty interaction
• Mid-level review
6Program Actions Since Last Assessment Presentation: Evidence That Action Is Being Implemented
Student-learning outcomeBA students will use the journal to record the conceptual progression and developmentof imagery, to include the analysis and synthesis of accumulated information
Evidence that action is being implemented
Action item: Create a “blueprint” to make journal components consistent throughout studio courses• An Academic Journal “blueprint” prototype was formulated for use in studio courses to systematize
an approach for documenting all or selected components of the creative process
2007-08Priority Outcome 1
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Student-learning outcomeBA students will identify and analyze the elements and principles of design within compositions of various styles
Evidence that actions are being implemented
Action item: Expand emphasis on form analysis and use of design vocabulary when analyzing works of art in advanced studio courses during critique sessions
• Students are now required to complete analyses of their own artwork as well as others, with particular emphasis on addressing the use of the elements and principles of design
Program Actions Since Last Assessment Presentation: Evidence That Action Is Being Implemented
2007-08Priority Outcome 2
8Program Actions Since Last Assessment Presentation: Evidence That Action Is Being Implemented
2007-08Priority Outcome 3
Student-learning outcomeBA students will demonstrate ability to evaluate and interpret works of art through the process of formal analysis
Evidence that actions are being implemented
Action item: Expand emphasis on form analysis through writing in advanced studio courses
• Students are required to complete a written formal analysis of a specific artwork, addressing the use of the elements and principles of design and subsequent interpretation
Action item: Develop a formal analysis rubric to ensure consistency of evaluation
• A formal analysis rubric for measuring the essay was developed to increase reliability and validity of the results
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2009-10 PRIORITY OUTCOMES
10Student-Learning Outcomes and Measurements
2009-10Priority Outcome 1 New
STUDENT-LEARNING OUTCOME
CURRICULUM AREA OR TARGET AUDIENCE
MEASUREMENT OF STUDENT-LEARNING OUTCOME
Measurements
Methods used to determine validity of measurement instruments
Methods used to determine reliability of measurements
Schedule for measurements
(2) BA students will demonstrate on graduation the ability to draw realistic images
Drawing 1113, 1123, 3133
Performance measurement
Face validity Inter-rater reliability
Annually in the Spring semester
11Display of Assessment Data
2009-10Priority Outcome 1 New
Data rating: 5-4 = Superior, <4-3 = Excellent, <3-2 = Satisfactory, <2 = Unsatisfactory
Realistic drawing: singular or mixed drawing medium
Realistic drawing: technical skills witha drawing medium
GRADUATES PER RATING
Aggregate mean result = 3.7 (excellent rating)
Superior Excellent Satisfactory Unsatisfactory
2 0 0 0
Superior Excellent Satisfactory Unsatisfactory
0 2 0 0
12Analysis of Assessment Data
2009-10Priority Outcome 1 New
00-01 01-02 02-03 03-04 04-05 05-06 06-07 07-08 08-09 09-10Data 3.7 4.1 4.5 3.2 3.7 1.3 2.3 3.4 NA 3.7Students 1 3 3 2 5 1 1 3 0 2
Data rating: 5-4 = Superior, <4-3 = Excellent, <3-2 = Satisfactory, <2 = Unsatisfactory
13Action Plan
2009-10Priority Outcome 1 New
STUDENT-LEARNING OUTCOME
ASSESSMENT DOCUMENTATION AND PROGRAM MODIFICATIONS TIME LINES RESOURCES
(2) BA students will demonstrate on graduation the ability to draw realistic images
Write a grant to obtain funding for a series of DVDs documenting realistic drawing techniques
Spring 2011 Faculty
14Student-Learning Outcomes and Measurements
2009-10Priority Outcome 2 New
STUDENT-LEARNING OUTCOME
CURRICULUM AREA OR TARGET AUDIENCE
MEASUREMENT OF STUDENT-LEARNING OUTCOME
Measurements
Methods used to determine validity of measurement instruments
Methods used to determine reliability of measurements
Schedule for measurements
(4) BA students will have on graduation higher-order thinking skills
Art History I and II
Advanced studio courses
Art History Seminar
Capstone course
Essay: formal analysis
Class presentation of design concepts
Essay: topic-specific
Multiple choice exam: design identification
Essay: reflection
Face validity
Content validity
Inter-rater reliability
Annually in the Fall or Spring semester
15Display of Assessment Data
2009-10Priority Outcome 2 New
Data rating: 5-4 = Superior, <4-3 = Excellent, <3-2 = Satisfactory, <2 = Unsatisfactory
Multiple choice exam: design identification
Essay: formal analysis
Essay: reflection
Essay: topic specific
Class presentation of design concepts
GRADUATES PER RATING
Aggregate mean result = 3.3 (excellent rating)
Superior Excellent Satisfactory Unsatisfactory
0 2 0 0
Superior Excellent Satisfactory Unsatisfactory
0 1 1 0
Superior Excellent Satisfactory Unsatisfactory
0 0 1 1
NA
Superior Excellent Satisfactory Unsatisfactory
2 0 0 0
Superior Excellent Satisfactory Unsatisfactory
0 0 0 0
16Analysis of Assessment Data
2009-10Priority Outcome 2 New
Data rating: 5-4 = Superior, <4-3 = Excellent, <3-2 = Satisfactory, <2 = Unsatisfactory
00-01 01-02 02-03 03-04 04-05 05-06 06-07 07-08 08-09 09-10Data 3.8 3.4 3.6 3.4 2.5 2.2 3.1 3.5 NA 3.3Students 1 3 3 2 5 1 1 3 0 2
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2009-10Priority Outcome 2 New
STUDENT-LEARNING OUTCOME
ASSESSMENT DOCUMENTATION AND PROGRAM MODIFICATIONS TIMELINES RESOURCES
(4) BA students will have on graduation higher-order thinking skills
Develop curriculum materials for proposed writing course within the discipline (one credit hour)
Submit writing course proposal to the Curriculum Committee
Spring 2011
Fall 2011
Faculty
Faculty
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STUDENT-LEARNING OUTCOME
CURRICULUM AREA OR TARGET AUDIENCE
MEASUREMENT OF STUDENT-LEARNING OUTCOME
Measurements
Methods used to determine validity of measurement instruments
Methods used to determine reliability of measurements
Schedule for measurements
(6) BA students will produce on graduation competent visual fine art
All studio courses
Performance measurement
Face validity Inter-rater reliability
Annually in the Spring semester
Student-Learning Outcomes and Measurements
2009-10Priority Outcome 3 New
19Display of Assessment Data
2009-10Priority Outcome 3 New
Data rating: 5-4 = Superior, <4-3 = Excellent, <3-2 = Satisfactory, <2 = Unsatisfactory
Portfolio review: creativity
Portfolio review: technical skill, design, and media
GRADUATES PER RATING
Aggregate mean result = 2.9 (satisfactory rating)
Superior Excellent Satisfactory Unsatisfactory
0 2 0 0
Superior Excellent Satisfactory Unsatisfactory
0 0 2 0
20Analysis of Assessment Data
2009-10Priority Outcome 3 New
00-01 01-02 02-03 03-04 04-05 05-06 06-07 07-08 08-09 09-10Data 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.0 3.3 2.0 3.8 4.2 NA 2.9Students 1 3 3 2 5 1 1 3 0 2
Data rating: 5-4 = Superior, <4-3 = Excellent, <3-2 = Satisfactory, <2 = Unsatisfactory
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STUDENT-LEARNING OUTCOME
ASSESSMENT DOCUMENTATION AND PROGRAM MODIFICATIONS TIME LINES RESOURCES
(6) BA students will produce on graduation competent visual fine art
Develop mid-level review for BA students during the Fall of their junior year
Fall 2011 Faculty
2009-10Priority Outcome 3 New
22Ancillary Actions
SERVICE ACTIONS • Provide exhibitions of student artwork for the Duncan Simmons Center and the Cameron University Theatre lobby
• Hang rotating art exhibitions in the McMahon Center InAsMuch Gallery• Collect and format digital images of student work for display on monitors in the
InAsMuch Gallery• Encourage Art Guild to undertake community service projects such as murals
TECHNOLOGY IMPROVEMENTS
• Install video monitors in the McMahon Center InAsMuch Gallery for the projection of student artwork loops
• Convert remaining classrooms to Smart classrooms• Acquire photo paper backdrop and professional lighting system to document student work
FACILITY IMPROVEMENTS
• Acquire storage furniture and an art preparation table for the art preparation loft • Acquire new computer tables and chairs for the Graphic Design classroom• Acquire new presentation station for Room 107• Improve studio lighting
ADVISEMENT AND RETENTION
• Host annual freshmen orientation for art majors
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ACADEMIC YEAR 09-10ENTERED GRADUATE SCHOOL
EMPLOYED IN DISCIPLINE OTHER
Summer 2009 NA NA NA
Fall 2009 NA NA NA
Spring 2010 0 1 1
TOTAL 0 1 1
Published Information on Graduates
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Report on Academic Year 2009-2010