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blog posts - February 2020

Blog posts February 2020

How Do I Make Assumptions? Let Me Count the Ways

“How do we carry out a useful qualitative and interpersonal approach to assessment of student learning in our programs, while we know we bring our individuality to the setting?”

Recently a Student Affairs assessment leader at my university asked me this question while we were discussing metho…

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The Love Language of Assessment: S.M.A.R.T. Goals


https://pcafalcons.com/2018/02/20/what-is-love/

Love is in the Air

February… the season of love. Although officially celebrated on the 14th, the entire month is typically dedicated to stuffed animals, bouquets of flowers, chocolate covered delicacies, and romantic gestures all in an attempt …

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Program Theory and Assessment: Good Assessment Requires Solid Programs

The Scenario

As a student affairs assessment consultant, I’ve had clients walk into a meeting to expect me to be the person to reassure them that their programs are good, and that everything else is an excuse why students couldn’t reach the intended outcomes. During times like these, I will refer…

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Falling in Love with Academic Assessment

Academic and Student Affairs assessment professionals have many common interests and challenges, but don’t always know how to connect with one another. Imagine a “dating app” for promoting assessment collaboration.

 

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