General Education Outcomes Planning and Evaluation

General Education Outcomes Report, FY06

• Collegiate Assessment of Academic Proficiency (CAAP) Test Results [Reading & Writing]
• FY06 Learning Enhancement Annual Plans Results by General Education Outcome

  FY06	# of Outcomes
  Oral Communication	32
  Written Communication	88
  Reading Comprehension	138
  Computer Literacy	32
  Critical Thinking	151
  Mathematics	18
  Total	459

• FY07 Learning Enhancement Annual Plans Desired Outcomes by General Education Outcome

  FY07	# of Outcomes
  To communicate clearly and effectively in both oral and written English	95
  To improve reading skills focused on comprehending, analyzing, interpreting, and evaluating printed materials.	141
  To understand mathematical information and utilize mathematical skills.	28
  To demonstrate qualitative and quantitative critical thinking skills	115
  To understand and appreciate cultural and ethnic diversity.	9
  To utilize computer based technology in accessing information, solving problems, and communicating.	21
  To recognize and evaluate artistic achievements in the visual and performing arts.	3
  To improve basic understanding of political, economic, and social systems	8
  To demonstrate knowledge of the physical universe and living systems.	6
  To develop skills and strategies to become an engaged learner.	22
  Total	448

• Perceptions of Growth in General Education Outcomes (Spring 2006, Graduating Student Survey)
• Core Curriculum Evaluation Report, 2004 (submitted to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board)
  • Core Curriculum Evaluation Report (Total Report)
  • Attachment 1: Core Curriculum Outcomes Matrix by Course
  • Attachment 3: Intellectual Competencies Matrix (Faculty Ratings of Emphasis by Core Course)
  • Attachment 4: Intellectual Competencies Matrix (Student Ratings of Practices by Core Course)
  • Attachment 5: Exemplary Education Objectives Matrix (Faculty Ratings of Emphasis by Core Course)
  • Attachment 6: Examplary Education Objectives Matrix (Student Ratings of Practices by Core Course
• General Education Five-Year Evaluation Cycle