SLO Assessment Plan
Department: Biology Course: BIOL 101
SLO Assessment Method &
Criteria
Term Outcome
Results
Analysis
& Action
1. Demonstrate an
understanding of the
scientific method and the
ability to use appropriate
models to solve problems.
Weekly lab reports.
Assessment: 15-point lab post test.
Criterion: 80% of students will score ≥13
Fall 2006 Final Ave
A 13.0
B 11.5
C 11.8
A-C 11.9
All 9.8
Modify lab
instrux to
emphasize
studying AND
attendance.
2. Apply the knowledge of
biological science to
distinguish between
observations, inferences,
relationships, and
testimonials under
investigation.
Term paper, including personal observations,
of an animal at a zoo or aquarium.
Assessment: Scoring rubric (50 points)
Criterion: 70% will achieve ≥40
Spring 2006 40% scored
≥40
Study guide
modified to
include 1-hour
observation,
and breaking
out animal
behaviors by
time.
3. Demonstrate the ability to
use scientific knowledge to
assess personal and
environmental health.
In-class written examinations requiring
problem-solving and analysis.
Criterion: 70% of students will score ≥60%
Fall 2008 50% scored
≥50
Use more
examples from
the textbook
4. Use the scientific
knowledge and skills
necessary for active
citizenship.
Science Attitude Survey.
Assessment: Students will complete a pre-
and post-course surveys.
Criterion: 70% will show a positive change in
attitude about science after completion of the
course.
Fall 2006 See GE Fall
2006 report.
More
comfortable
w/ science.
Majority do
not vote, b/c
not citizens.
None required.
