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iii.
Acceptability — the degree to which the course provides increased
satisfaction with the degree or course outcomes.
b.
The first semester evaluation uses several methods to gather evidence (for
example, observation, interview, questionnaire, materials analysis, and assess-
ment results).
c.
Members of the advisory committee or faculty are asked to review the course
or portions of the course. Honest feedback is sought and accepted.
d.
Methods for evaluation will include feedback from students.
e.
Reviews are to be done using peer reviewers, who will report on areas in which
improvement would be advantageous:
i.
Appropriate amount of relevant, accurate, complete, up-to-date course
content
ii.
Acceptable, tested methods
iii.
Reasonable amount of interaction between instructor-student and stu-
dent-student
iv.
Valid and real-world oriented assessments
v.
Technically appropriate and tested media
vi.
Preparation and adoption of textbooks and other instructional materials
have input from appropriately qualified people
f.
A summative evaluation will be conducted to decide on continued use of the
course:
i.
Is the course effective (i.e., can students demonstrate understanding and
improved learning of course material)?
ii.
An end-of-the-course evaluation should demonstrate that the course
actually produces the intended outcomes.
8.
The modules are acceptable to the students:
a.
Module desired — Students are receptive to this module and have the skills
and resources to use the module.
b.
Student controlled — Within the confines of the structure and schedule
established for the course, students have choice of content, pacing, and mode
of learning.
c.
Relevant — The material relates to students' goals or jobs.
d.
Conversational — The tone and vocabulary of the course material are appro-
priate for students.
e.
Unbiased — The course material avoids stereotypes and biased language.
9.
Make adjustments:
The modules are engaging.
a.
Aesthetically pleasing — Course material is usable, attractive, and has a
consistent look and feel.
b.
Appropriately interactive — There should be frequent opportunities for
evaluation of understanding that provides orientation and feedback.
i.
Course learning activities foster instructor-student, student-content,
and, where appropriate, student-student interaction.
c.
Instructor personalized — Instructor-provided information should enhance
text-based information.
