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Learning Plans: A
Formative Assessment of Student Learning Outcomes
"Sure, the students like your programs and services, but
what evidence do you have that what you are doing is making a difference?" (Terenzini
and Upcraft, p.217)
This quote by P. T. Terenzini and M.L. Upcraft illustrates why Longwood’s
Division of Student Affairs uses learning as a critical feedback mechanism. Each
department engages in a 7-step Learning Plan process to 1) define our philosophy
toward learning, 2) incorporate Longwood’s six student development goals,
3) outline desired learning outcomes, 4) design activities and interactions that
encourage achievement of the learning outcomes, 5) assess whether or not the
learning occurred, 6) examine the results, and 7) plan future actions based on
the results. Learning Plans and their outcomes also serve to provide evidence of
what should be done to improve delivery and to modify planning.
Upcraft, M. L., & Schuh, J.H. (1996). Assessment in Student Affairs: A Guide
for Practitioners, Jossey-Bass Publishers, San Francisco, CA.
Longwood University Counseling Center
Learning Plan
Learning Plans emphasizes the goals and desired outcomes for the academic year.
WHAT ARE SOME OF THE GAINS YOU CAN EXPECT FROM COUNSELING?
(Learning Outcomes)
- You will understand yourself, including strengths, conflicts, and
feelings.
- You will change your thinking, feelings, attitudes, and/or behaviors in
ways that will help your daily functioning.
- You will learn to overcome self-defeating and problematic behaviors.
- You will increase self-esteem, confidence, and competence.
- You will feel better by reducing symptoms of anxiety, depression,
substance abuse, eating concerns, abuse issues, and other common concerns.
- You will develop satisfying, healthy relationships with others.
Learning Plan Outcomes for 2005-2006
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