A Handbook on Program Evaluation and Accreditation - Volume 5

Volume 5: A Handbook on Program Evaluation and Accreditation



Introduction to Program Evaluation and Accreditation





Purposes of Program Evaluation
Continuous Quality Improvement and Program Evaluation
Systematic Program Evaluation, CQI, and the Accreditation Process




Getting Started with Program Evaluation





Self-Assessment of Competencies Related to Program Evaluation
Understanding the Faculty Role in Program Evaluation
Knowing the Program Evaluation Process in Your Institution/Program
Preparing to Participate in Program Evaluation


Being Familiar with the Program's Systematic Evaluation Plan
Knowing Key Players in the Evaluation Process
Understanding Policies Related to Program Evaluation





Key Components of Program Evaluation





Systematic Program Evaluation






Steps in the Program Evaluation Process
Developing the Systematic Evaluation Plan
Setting Benchmarks
Collecting and Analyzing Data
Making Program Decisions Based on Data



The Accreditation Process






Faculty Role in Accreditation
Writing the Self-Study Report
Preparing for and Participating in On-Site Visits







Common Issues Related to Program Evaluation





Lack of a Systematic Approach
Ineffective Use of Data


Disorganized Records/Data
Lack of Ability to Identify Trends
Inability to Complete the Feedback Loop and Base Program Decisions Upon Data
Lack of Data Sharing

Fear of Fault-Finding


D. Lack of Participation and Shared Responsibility

V. Evaluating Effectiveness of Program Evaluation