Assessment Handbook

Introduction

How to Use This Handbook and the Assessment Web Site

Overview of Program Review, Accreditation and Assessment

Accreditation Requirements, Middle States Commission on Higher Education

AAC&U Greater Expectations Project on Accreditation and Assessment

Assessment Guidelines

Some Practical Advice

Sample Assessment Plan

Developing an Assessment Plan

From Program Goals and Objectives to Syllabus

Methods of Assessment

Direct vs. Indirect Assessment

Direct Assessment Methods

Indirect Assessment Methods

Value-Added Assessment (Pre- and Post-testing)

Inventories (Curriculum Maps)

Scoring Rubrics

Content Analysis

Research & Resources

Cognitive Science Implications for Assessment

Discussion Lists and Forums on Assessment

Middle States Commission on Higher Education Publications

Glossary of Assessment Terms, System for Adult Basic Education (SABES)

Dictionary of Assessment Terms, James Madison University

Bibliography

Research, Reports, Standards and Instruments