The diagram below displays the design of the Unit Assessment System for collection and use of student performance data.
Unit Assessment of Student Performance Data: Starting on the upper left, the diagram
indicates that the Unit Standards Conceptual Frameworks, Specialized Professional
Association (SPA), state, and national standards are the drivers for the expected
competencies for students in the College of Education, Sport, and Human Sciences at
Winthrop University. These competencies align with professional accreditation standards
and were determined in collaboration with the professional community. Candidate competence
on each outcome is assessed at multiple points across the program by key work samples
(artifacts) or performance surveys. Candidate work samples are scored using agreed
upon rubrics. Performance assessment scores are collected at the end of each semester
from the instructors of the appropriate courses. All educator preparatory programs
use LiveText, a data and course management system. These data are aggregated yearly and analyzed
by the program area team. These aggregated scores are used for program and unit review
and improvement.