Assessment of Student Learning Outcomes

Identifying opportunities to improve student learning is the purpose of the outcomes assessment process. 

Department & Committee Information

The Assessment Department plans, organizes, supports, and documents assessment activities across the college. Working under the Teaching, Learning, and Student Development Division, the department collaborates with faculty, staff, and administrators to align curriculum, programs, and services with ECC’s mission and accreditation standards.

The Assessment Committee, comprising dedicated faculty members, plays a vital role in evaluating learning outcomes and enhancing both the curriculum and student support services.

Components of College-Wide Outcome Assessment

General Education Outcomes

Students acquire a broad knowledge base and essential skills that prepare them for careers, further education, and lifelong learning. These outcomes are developed through coursework, co-curricular activities, and campus engagement, emphasizing:

• Reading and writing
• Scientific and quantitative literacy
• Critical thinking and problem-solving
• Technology and information literacy
• Global and cultural awareness

Program/Service Outcomes

• Measure the knowledge and skills students gain through a sequence of courses or specific academic programs.

Course Outcomes

• Knowledge and skills obtained at the end of a specific course

Classroom/Instruction Outcomes

• Classroom assessment techniques (CATs) are used by faculty within the classroom setting to enhance teaching and learning.

Student Satisfaction & Engagement

• Surveys to measure students' opinions, perceptions, experiences, and behaviors
• Integral data for planning quality improvement initiatives throughout the college