Dates and Times: 8/4, 8/7 – 8/11/2023 (Flyer)
Location: Online via Zoom.
| Dates 2023 | Day | Time (Hawai’i Standard Time) |
|---|---|---|
| 8/4 | Friday | 9:00am – 12:30pm |
| 8/7 | Monday | 9:00am – 12:30pm |
| 8/8 – 8/11 | Tuesday – Friday | 9:00am – 12:00pm |
Congratulations to the Participants!
The Assessment and Curriculum Support Center congratulates the 17 participants who successfully completed 2023 Assessment Leadership Institute (August 4-11, 2023). They represented from five institutions: Brigham Young University Hawai‘i, Indiana University Kokomo, New York University, University of the Pacific, University of Hawai‘i West O‘ahu and the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa.
2023 Cohort:
- Amy Becker, Office of Academic Program Review and Assessment, New York University
- Charles Bradshaw, English, Brigham Young University Hawai‘i
- Chanda Deaton, Center for Teaching, Learning, and Assessment, Indiana University Kokomo
- Qingwen Dong, Communication, University of the Pacific
- Olivia George, Mathematics, Natural and Health Sciences, University of Hawai‘i West O‘ahu
- Michiko Joseph, Library, University of Hawai‘i West O‘ahu
- Mirjana Jovovic, Mathematics, University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa
- Chris Lucas, Educational Administration, University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa
- Valerie McDaniel, Speech-Language Pathology, University of the Pacific
- DoSoo Moon, Civil and Environmental Engineering, University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa
- Anandi Nagarajan, Office of the Provost, New York University
- ʻAlohilani Okamura, COE School for Teacher Education, Secondary, University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa
- Brett Oppegaard, Journalism, University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa
- Joel Reece, Faculty of Sciences, Brigham Young University Hawai‘i
- Julie Saam, Academic Affairs: Center for Teaching, Learning, and Assessment, Indiana University Kokomo
- Lenna Shulga, School of Travel Industry Management, University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa
- Lisa Spencer, Public Administration – Long Term Care, University of Hawai‘i West O‘ahu
What to Expect at the ALI
The ALI (Assessment Leadership Institute) uses a flipped classroom model in which participants view recorded lectures, read materials, and complete assignments before joining live Zoom meetings (approximately 90 minutes of homework before each live Zoom session). During the Zoom meetings, participants
- practice leading and facilitating an assessment-related activity
- work on an assessment project plan with one-on-one guidance from a mentor
- discuss the out-of-session homework (see topics below)
- engage in Q&A, group and individual reflection
- present a project plan; give and receive feedback
Eligibility
- Faculty or staff member in an academic degree program and can contribute to curriculum decisions.
- Plan to contribute to program- or institution-level learning assessment.
- Individuals or teams of 2-3 people.
Fees and Payment Instructions
Fees: $900 per person. Fee waived for UH Mānoa faculty/staff with endorsement from Dean
Payment instructions:
- Complete the ALI application and be admitted.
- After you receive an acceptance letter, complete the confirmation form to receive an invoice.
- We will send you or your institution an invoice with a payment deadline. A third person can pay on your behalf.
- Pay by check. Make check payable to “University of Hawaiʻi.”
- Submit the check and invoice to
Tiffany Magno
Hawaii Hall 209B
Office of the Vice Provost for Academic Excellence
University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa
Topics and Activities
The Institute focuses on active practice of facilitative leadership skills in coordinating learning outcomes assessment projects. Features:
- Program learning assessment tools and processes
- Student learning outcomes
- Curriculum mapping and design
- Evidence of learning; scaffolding; signature assignment design
- Rubric adaptation
- Data analysis & data visualization
- Interpretation and use of results
- Faculty engagement strategies
- Leadership tools
- Learning assessment resources
- Expert coaching from the facilitators and the Assessment Leadership Fellows
- Networking and sharing with colleagues
Expectations
- Participate fully: attend the Zoom meetings (see schedule above) and prepare for each Zoom meeting by finishing the readings, video recordings, and assignments before each Zoom meeting (approximately 90 minutes of homework before each Zoom meeting)
- Implement the learning assessment project plan that you design during the ALI
- Fall 2023: Participate in the small group meetings (in person or virtual) led by an Assessment Leadership Fellow, receive project support and offer peer feedback
- Spring 2024: Present at our Poster Exhibit (or another scholarly event). Date TBA.
Recognition
Successful institute completers receive a Certificate of Achievement and a book on assessment, teaching, learning.