Assessment

As a way to constantly improve and analyze the effectiveness of our programs, UMass Global has an extensive plan for regularly evaluating how our programs prepare our graduates for their field of study.

What is Assessment?

Assessment is a systematic, continuous process of gathering and analyzing evidence of student learning to improve educational effectiveness at an institution.  

University of Massachusetts Global’s commitment to assessment is two-fold: conducting assessment adheres to a requirement from accrediting agencies, but more importantly, assessment is a useful tool in improving student learning. The results are used to inform Faculty, Deans, and Administrators; make evidence-based decisions that will improve the design and delivery of curriculum and institutional planning; as well as improve the educational effectiveness of programs, courses, and teaching methodologies.

Assessment Flowchart

Assessment at UMass Global

University of Massachusetts Global is committed to student success by ensuring academic quality through a culture of continuous improvement.  To that end, the University has put into practice course embedded assessment which permits meaningful direct evidence of student learning at the course and the program level.  By implementing course embedded assessment for program learning outcomes, faculty can authentically measure student learning while aligning course learning outcomes to program learning outcomes. Additional benefits of course embedded assessment include shared assessment processes with adjunct faculty, setting clear expectations for student work and learning and targeting curriculum intervention.  

The University’s process of assessing programs through course embedded assessment is summarized below:

  • Faculty developed clear learning outcomes that are assessable and actionable at the course and program level.
  • The curriculum was aligned with Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs) and Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs) through the use of Curriculum Maps. 
  • Assessment Plans were developed for all degree programs that included Program Learning Outcomes, Signature Assignments, Course number and title of the Signature Assignment, Methodology and the Means of Assessment. 

 

 

Program Assessment and Review Schedule

  • The data collection and summary will be aided by the use of two electronic systems: Turnitin/GradeMark and LiveText. 
  • Signature assignments were identified at the Mastery level for each Program Learning Outcomes. 
  • University of Massachusetts Global has established a Program Assessment and Program Review Schedule.  The majority of programs are on a two-year assessment schedule with the exception of annual assessments for credential programs as mandated by CTC and Nursing programs as required for professional accreditation.  Program Reviews are set on a six-year cycle.

Questions?

Contact the Office of Institutional Assessment and Planning

responsible for oversight, guidance, and reporting of learning outcomes, institutional surveys (e.g., course evaluations, specialized topics surveys), and administration of the university’s assessment management systems.  Assessment of student learning occurs in the undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs.  

Email: assess@umassglobal.edu

female teacher lecturing students about teaching curriculum in classroom

School of Education Overview

Here you will find the mission, vision, philosophy and purpose of our education program. 


Discover More

A business woman reviewing documents with two subordinates.

Program Assessment

The purpose of Program Assessment is to ensure student learning and curriculum improvement through an evidence-based approach using course embedded assessments to measure student learning outcomes.


Discover More

female elementary teacher interacting with a group of students

CAEP Annual Reporting Measures


Discover More

female_faculty_standing_outside_daytime_smiling

Program Review

The Program Review engages faculty, staff and students in analysis and reflection on the educational effectiveness of our academic programs including the capacity to provide a high-quality educational experience.


Discover More

UMass Global Commencement Ceremony

Learning Outcomes

Learning Outcomes identify what students should be able to demonstrate as a result of what they have learned throughout their program.  Developed by the faculty, these learning outcomes are consistent with the program mission and are assessable at the course and program level. 



Discover More

Further your education with a few questions

Student Type
Please enter your zip code to proceed.
Please enter a valid zip code to proceed.
Please select a degree type
Please select your area of interest
Please select a program type
Please select a session
Have you served in the U.S. Military or are you a Military Dependant?
Please enter your name
Please enter your last name
Please enter your email to proceed
Please enter a valid email address
Please enter your phone number to proceed.
Please enter a valid phone number.

UMass Global is partnered with hundreds of employers like yours—learn if you’re eligible for tuition discounts by providing your work email address.

Please enter a valid work email address
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

About UMass Global

Earn your bachelor’s degree, master’s degree or certificate at UMass Global, a regionally accredited university.

We value your privacy

By submitting this form, I agree that UMass Global and/or Kaplan North America, LLC may contact me about educational services by voice, pre-recorded message and/or text message using automated technology, at the phone number provided, including wireless numbers. I understand that my consent is not required to attend University of Massachusetts Global. Privacy Policy