Overview of Assessment
The assessment of student learning is a comprehensive
program to evaluate student learning with respect
to learning goals, with the ultimate aim of improving
student learning and strengthening learning programs. The
process of assessment is relatively simple. It
is a three-step process that involves:
- determining goals for student learning for
each program
- assessing how and what students are learning
within their programs
- implementing changes in programs in light of
the assessment results
A program is a cohesive course of study that usually
leads to an academic award, such as a degree, diploma,
or certificate. Anoka-Ramsey Community College
has many types of degree and non-degree programs
with unique and overlapping goals for student learning. Examples
of programs at Anoka Ramsey include the Associate
in Arts degree (A.A.), the Associate in Fine Arts
degrees (A.F.A.) in Art and Music, the Associate
in Science degrees (A.S.) in Accounting, Administrative
Management, Biomedical Technology, Business, Computer
Networking and Telecommunications, Computer Science,
Geographic Information Systems, Integrative Health
and Healing, Pre-Engineering, and Nursing, and
the Associate in Applied Science degrees (A.A.S.)
in Business and Physical Therapist Assistant. A successful assessment program requires the participation
of all who are interested in the quality of our
educational programs, including students, faculty,
college administrators, and members of the public.
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Assessment Results
2004-2005 Academic Year
2003-2004 Academic Year
Assessment Resources Assessment Resources
for Students
Assessment Resources
for Faculty
Assessment Report for 2006 Self-Study
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