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National Coalition for Learning Outcomes Assesment

Results 2009

More Than You Think, Less Than We Need:
Learning Outcomes Assessment in American Higher Education


October 26, 2009

Contrary to what observers think, findings from a national study released today show that gathering information about what undergraduates learn during their studies is commonplace in most US colleges and universities. Read more . . .

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Report: "More Than You Think, Less Than We Need"

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If you are interested in which institutions participated in this survey, please click here.
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The NILOA Occasional Papers further the conversation about learning outcomes assessment. Peter Ewell's paper addresses assessment and accountability. Trudy Banta et al. address authentic assessments. Most recently Jane Wellman looks at assessment and resources.

"The survey affirms the key role of accreditation in addressing student achievement and speaks to the value of the institution-accreditation partnership.…”


Judith Eaton
President
Council for Higher Education Accreditation