BIOLOGY 103: 2020-2021
| Intended Outcomes | Means of Assessment | Criteria for Success | Summary & Analysis of Assessment Evidence | Use of Results |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SLO 1: Students will demonstrate knowledge of the fundamental concepts and processes in biology including the scientific method, evolution, biological macromolecules and biochemistry. | Evaluation 1: Student learning outcomes were assessed by using a 12 question standardized multiple choice examination at the end of the semester. A total of four questions (Q1 – Q4) were used to assess SLO1. | Eval 1: 70% or > successful 69% or < unsuccessful. The percent is based upon the average of correctly answered questions related to SLO1. | Total Annual Success Rate:92% Fall 2020 Shelby 404 =# students tested # correct = 363 % correct = 90% Spring 2021 Shelby 448 = # students tested # correct = 421 % correct = 94% | Observations/Changes based on previous cycle (19-20): We will provide students with materials that they can access at home. As a department we noticed a distinct trend, where students learning objective mastery increased with the transition to online learning. This could be due to continual access to course materials and lectures. Observations/Changes based on current cycle (20-21):Moving forward the department will increase the number of online materials made available to students that reflect this SLO. An example of one of these is the Scientific Method. The department will increase the number of online tools students have access to, which will hopefully increase their success on this SLO. |
| SLO 2: Students will demonstrate an ability to identify molecular and cellular processes in prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells. | Evaluation 2: Student learning outcomes were assessed by using a 12 question standardized multiple choice examination at the end of the semester. A total of seven questions (Q5 – Q11) were used to assess SLO2. | Eval 2: 70% or > successful 69% or < unsuccessful. The percent is based upon the average of correctly answered questions related to SLO2. | Total Annual Success Rate: 83% Fall 2020 Shelby # students tested = 707 # correct = 576 % correct = 81% Spring 2021 Shelby # students tested = 784 # correct = 663 % correct = 85% | Observations/Changes based on previous cycle (19-20): We will provide students with materials that they can access at home. As a department we noticed a distinct trend, where students learning objective mastery increased with the transition to online learning. This could be due to continual access to course materials and lectures. Observations/Changes based on current cycle (20-21): The department is interested in taking a wholistic approach to our next academic year. Since Bio 103 is an introductory course and open to students with little to no college experience, we have created online tools to bolster their overall study skills. It is our hope that it will reflect in an increase in all our SLOs as well as benefit the students throughout their learning career. |
| SLO 3: The student will demonstrate an ability to recognize genetic, morphological and life cycle characteristics of bacteria, fungi, and viruses. | Evaluation 3: Student learning outcomes were assessed by using a 12 question standardized multiple choice examination at the end of the semester. A total of three questions (Q12 – Q14) was used to assess SLO3. | Eval 3: 70% or > successful 69% or < unsuccessful The percent is based upon the average of correctly answered question related to SLO3. | Total Annual Success Rate: 86% Fall 20202 Shelby # students tested = 303 # correct = 261 % correct = 86% Spring 2021 Shelby # students tested = 336 # correct = 287 % correct = 85% | Observations/Changes based on previous cycle (19-20): We will continue to incorporate this material throughout the semester instead of at the very end. Observations/Changes based on current cycle (20-21): The department is interested in taking a wholistic approach to our next academic year. Since Bio 103 is an introductory course and open to students with little to no college experience, we have created online tools to bolster their overall study skills. It is our hope that it will reflect in an increase in all our SLOs as well as benefit the students throughout their learning career. |