Some programs are accredited by an external organization. Program outcomes and expectations are provided by the accrediting body, though course-specific outcomes are usually still the purview of the program's faculty.
Programs that are not accredited by an external organization must develop their own program learning outcomes based on what they expect of program graduates.Program faculty must review the program outcomes and expectations on a regular basis to ensure the expectations are current with the field.One way for programs to develop and update the program learning goals is to complete the activity below.
Activity: What is Your Philosophy of Assessment?
