M172: Q-Core Assessment Report
Assessment Report
Course: M172 Calculus II
Semester: Spring 2016
Instructor/supervisor: Mark Pernarowski
Submitted by: Mark Pernarowski and Corinne Casolara
Overview
Number of students in course: 516
Number of students assessed: 446
Learning Outcomes
| LO# | Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| 1. | Interpret and draw inferences from mathematical or statistical models represented as formulas, graphs, or tables. |
| 2. | Represent mathematical or statistical information numerically and visually. |
| 3. | Employ quantitative methods such as arithmetic, algebra, geometry, or statistical inference to solve problems. |
Assessment Questions
| Aligned LO# | Exam Questions |
|---|---|
| 1. | Students were asked to use a formula to find the length of a curve in the plane. |
| 2. | Students were asked to graph two curves in the polar plane and then find the enclosed area. |
| 3. | Students were asked to use algebraic partial fraction expansion to evaluate an integral. |
Assessment
| Criteria for Learning Outcomes | LO 1 | LO 2 | LO 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total number assessed | 446 | 446 | 446 |
| Number of students demonstrated acceptable level | 355 | 383 | 310 |
| Proportion of students rated as acceptable | 80% | 86% | 70% |
| Does this meet minimum 2/3 threshold? | yes | yes | yes |
| Comments/ideas for better alignment of course or assignment | none | none | none |
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Comments/ideas for improving the assessment process |
Redefine learning outcomes to be course specific. |
Redefine learning outcomes to be course specific. |
Redefine learning outcomes to be course specific. |