The academic program review cycle provides a mechanism for faculty and administration to evaluate the effectiveness of academic programs on a continuous basis. The intent is for the University to evaluate a program鈥檚 strengths and weaknesses within the contexts of emerging directions in the discipline and the mission of CSU Channel Islands. This process is guided by the the Associate Vice President for Academic Programs and Continuous Improvement (AVP APCI), and supported by the Faculty Director for Assessment and Program Review (FDAPR).
Program Review is defined by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC) as, 鈥渁 systematic process of examining the capacity, processes, and outcomes of a degree program or department in order to judge its quality or effectiveness and to support improvement.鈥
Program review cycle: Program review will be conducted on a five-year cycle that is between Action Plans, per guidelines set by the CSU CO. For more information visit the Program Review Timeline.
Continuous Improvement is an ongoing, evidence-based, and participatory process through which a program reflects on whether the program is facilitating student fulfillment of program learning outcomes, and gauges its effectiveness at achieving its educational and student success objectives. By critically assessing its progress and setting future goals, the program review can inform both strategic planning and systematic evaluations of educational effectiveness, fostering sustained growth and excellence.
Program Review includes:
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