Students graduating from the program shall demonstrate the following entry-level knowledge: a) the nature and scope of the relevant park, recreation, tourism or related professions and their associated industries; b) techniques and processes used by professionals and workers in these industries; and c) the foundation of the profession in history, science and philosophy.
PROGRAM SPECIFIC LEARNING OUTCOME
Students shall demonstrate entry-level knowledge of the histories, philosophies, and various professions associated with Recreation and Leisure.
COAPRT Outcome – Foundations
Evidence Learning Outcome (7.01:01) – RECR 140: Exam Questions
Performance Measure (7.01:02) – Direct –Exam questions to cover foundation knowledge of history, philosophy, and the recreation profession
Performance Levels/Metrics – 75% of students will answer 80% of selected RECR 140 questions correctly
Assessment Results (7.01.03) – Due to past results and recommendations, it was determined that the current instrument was not a sufficient measure. Therefore; questions rewritten in 3 exams to cover material. CH 2 exam to cover history, CH 3 exam for Philosophy, & CH 18 exam for Profession
CPI: Evidence of Programmatic Decisions (7.01:04) – Exam has been rewritten to measure the new outcome. Revised Pre/Post Exam – Results (based on revision)
Evidence Learning Outcome (7.01:01) – RECR 407: Student Philosophy Statement (Exit Survey)
Performance Measure (7.01:02) – Indirect – Students to complete philosophy of the Management of Recreation/Leisure.
Performance Levels/Metrics – 75% of students will be assessed on their philosophy statement at a level of “acceptable” (80%) or higher.
Assessment Results (7.01.03) – Due to previous lack of enforcement it was determined that the current measure was not sufficient. Therefore, the philosophy statement is now required of all students and will be assessed in RECR 407.
CPI: Evidence of Programmatic Decisions (7.01:04) – Requirement added to RECR 407: Philosophy of the Management of Recreation/Leisure – Results
PROGRAM SPECIFIC LEARNING OUTCOME
Students will demonstrate an understanding of current issues and trends in the Recreation and Leisure Services discipline.
COAPRT Outcome – Foundations
Evidence Learning Outcome (7.01:01) – RECR 140: Recreation Career Analysis
Performance Measure (7.01:02) – Direct A- Pre/Post exam questions. Direct B – students conduct face-to-face interviews with professionals and submit reflection paper regarding what they learned about trends and issues. Details & Rubric
Performance Levels/Metrics – 75% of students will answer 80% of selected questions correctly and assessed on their reflection paper at a level of “acceptable” (80%) or higher.
Assessment Results (7.01.03) – Due to past results and recommendations, it was determined that the measure was not adequate. Therefore; 2 additions: questions from pre/post exams measuring current trends and issues and a reflection paper measuring their understanding of current issues and trends through interviewing RECR professionals.
CPI: Evidence of Programmatic Decisions (7.01:04) – Additions Spring 2014: Questions from Pre/Post exam and Reflection Assignment Details and Rubric – Career Analysis Results
Evidence Learning Outcome (7.01:01) – RECR 449: Out-of-Class Requirement
Performance Measure (7.01:02) – Indirect – students must attend 2 professional conferences (submit reflection papers), obtain professional membership, and create an online portfolio. Conference Details
Performance Levels/Metrics – 75% of students will be assessed on their conference attendance/reflection, membership, & portfolio at a level of “acceptable” (80%) or higher.
Assessment Results (7.01.03) – Due to past results and recommendations, it was determined the current measure was not adequate. Therefore; a reflection paper has been added to demonstrate more adequately students learning of current issues and trends.
CPI: Evidence of Programmatic Decisions (7.01:04) – Added Reflection paper for conferences and an online portfolio requirement in Spring, 2014: Conference Details and Results