Outcomes-based assessments are built-in at every level.
CampusWide provides a wide array of instruments for assessments
at various levels—course, portfolio, field, and unit.
All assessments are outcomes-based. Outcomes and standards,
whether local, state, institutional or federal, can be configured
directly in the system, independently for each college. Additionally,
all artifacts created by students to demonstrate their knowledge
and skills (computer programs for computer science, lesson
plans for teachers, specific essays, etc) can be customized
in the system.
Assessments in courses are enabled by a built-in Course Management
System. It includes a variety of instruments for assessments,
such as assignments, projects, quizzes, exams, observations,
and course-based portfolios. A sophisticated rubric builder
allows the creation and use of custom grade sheets and rubrics,
allowing full outcomes-based assessments.
An electronic portfolio system allows students to create
outcomes-based portfolios, documenting their key achievements.
These can be program-driven, according to specifications provided
by the unit, and assessed on performance, or, can be created
by students independently, to document aspects of their significant
work through their course of study. Portfolios can be exported
to CDs and websites, or can be shared seamlessly with potential
employers, through the Job Management System.
A Field Experience Management and Assessment System allows
supervision and assessment of students as they go through
fieldwork, practical training or clinical practice. All assessment
data collected is aggregated and combined with other data
in the system for reporting.
A Transition Points Manager allows the program of study to
be divided into multiple gateways or transition points, along
with the definition of a checklist of requirements that must
be met by students in each gateway before progressing to the
next stage.
Faculty can develop their syllabi aligned directly with outcomes
or standards, allowing systematic planning at the unit level,
to ensure that all instruction delivered at the unit is aligned
with the
vision of the unit.
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