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An Assessment Matrix for Evaluating Engineering Programs
Author(s) -
Olds Barbara M.,
Miller Ronald L.
Publication year - 1998
Publication title -
journal of engineering education
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 3.896
H-Index - 108
eISSN - 2168-9830
pISSN - 1069-4730
DOI - 10.1002/j.2168-9830.1998.tb00338.x
Subject(s) - timeline , plan (archaeology) , curriculum , engineering management , engineering education , computer science , key (lock) , matrix (chemical analysis) , engineering , management science , pedagogy , psychology , mathematics , statistics , materials science , computer security , archaeology , composite material , history
In this paper we describe the use of an assessment matrix to help faculty develop an assessment plan for their engineering program. Use of the matrix assures that each of the key steps in an effective assessment plan is addressed: setting goals and objectives; selecting performance criteria; planning an implementation strategy; choosing appropriate measures; setting a timeline; and providing timely feedback. The matrix has been used successfully to provide an assessment framework for engineering curricula, individual courses, and educational research projects.