Professional and Organizational Development Network in Higher Education

 

Date of this Version

2004

Document Type

Article

Citation

To Improve the Academy: A Journal of Educational Development (20) 2; doi: http://dx.doi.org/10.3998/tia.17063888.0022.004http://dx.doi.org/10.3998/tia.17063888.0022.004

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License: CC BY-NC-ND

Abstract

To enhance assessment of student learning, the Brigham Young University (BYU) Faculty Center undertook a needs assessment to guide new initiatives. Researchers reviewed results from the National Survey of Student Engagement and an earlier BYU faculty survey. In addition, they conducted a qualitative study with faculty and administrators. The qualitative study can serve as a model for other faculty developers considering new initiatives. The findings raised thought-provoking issues for faculty development, particularly faculty readiness. As a result of this research, the center bolstered current services and developed new ones to support the assessment of student learning.

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