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Developing outcome assessment methods

J H Martin1, V L Kinnick, F Hummel

  • 1School of Nursing, University of Northern Colorado, Greeley, USA.

Nurse Educator
|January 7, 1998
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This study details creating an outcome assessment method for accreditation using student portfolios. The developed tool provides objective data for curriculum evaluation and accreditation processes.

Area of Science:

  • Educational Assessment
  • Curriculum Development
  • Accreditation Standards

Background:

  • Accreditation requires robust outcome assessment methods.
  • Traditional methods may lack objective data.
  • Student portfolios offer a rich source of learning evidence.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop and evaluate a novel outcome assessment method for accreditation.
  • To design a tool for generating concrete, objective outcome data.
  • To explore the use of outcome data for continuous curriculum improvement.

Main Methods:

  • Development of criterion definitions for student portfolios.
  • Pilot study evaluating student portfolios against defined criteria.
  • Design and implementation of a dedicated outcome assessment tool.

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  • Analysis of outcome data for curriculum evaluation.

    • Main Results:

    • Successful development of criterion definitions for portfolio assessment.
    • Demonstrated utility of student portfolios in providing objective outcome data.
    • The assessment tool effectively captured and analyzed outcome data.
    • Outcome data are actively used for informing curriculum revisions.

    Conclusions:

    • The developed outcome assessment method and tool are effective for accreditation purposes.
    • Objective data from student portfolios can enhance curriculum evaluation.
    • This approach supports evidence-based decision-making in educational programs.