Publisher's Synopsis
This book was written for the purpose of sharing pragmatic experiences of outcomes assessment with those who are currently engaging in outcomes assessment at their institution. It functions as a tool that will enable faculty to evaluate the broad spectrum of student development. Explanations and examples of approaches are provided for various academic programs. Contents: Introduction, Michael Knight and Denise Gallaro; Planning a Portfolio: Health Information Management, Maureen Barron and Natalie Sartori; The Public Relations Portfolio, Freda Remmers and Cathleen Londino; Portfolio Assessment in the Music Department, Ted Hoyle; Test Me, Test Me Not: The Portfolio Alternative for Developmental Writers, Susanna Rich; The Early Childhood Education Portfolio, Polly Ashelman and Rosalyn Lenhoff; Portfolio Assessment of the Theatre Program, Holly Logue and James Murphy; The Visual Communications Portfolio: The Measure of One's Work, Martin Holloway and Robin Landa; The Use of Portfolios in Undergraduate Elementary Education, Janet Prince; Portfolio Assessment of the Nursing Program, Virginia Fitzsimons and Dula F. Pacquaino; Portfolio Analysis of the Occupational Therapy Program, Karen Stern and Paula Kramer; Summary.
