Texas A&M International University

ASSESSMENT REPORT

FOR

Bachelor of Science Degree in Fitness and Sports (non-certificate) (BS)
Instructional Degree Program

Fall 2003
Assessment Period Covered

February 8, 2004
Date Submitted

Expanded Statement of Institutional Purpose Linkage:
Institutional Mission Reference:
Texas A&M International University, a Member of The Texas A&M University System, is committed to the preparation of students for leadership roles in their chosen profession and in increasingly complex, culturally diverse state, national, and global society … Through instruction, faculty and student research, and public service, Texas A&M International University is a strategic point of delivery for well-defined programs and services that improve the quality of life for citizens of the border region, the State of Texas, and national and international communities.

College/University Goal(s) Supported:
The mission of the College of Education at Texas A&M International University is to provide for educators a comprehensive and coherent professional development system that links all aspects of the educational profession. Through educational experiences provided by this system, educators will be prepared to provide learner-centered instructional experiences that promote excellence and equity for all students in the field.

Intended Educational (Student) Outcomes:
1. Students will be able to program an event in EDFS 4307 Organizational Administration of Sports and Fitness Programs.

2. Students will be able to analyze coaching skills in a variety of sports.

3. Students will be able to teach a recreational activity.

4. Students will be able to observe a variety of school and community events to become better informed about the fitness and sports programs in these different contexts.

ASSESSMENT REPORT

FOR

Bachelor of Science Degree in Fitness and Sports (non-certificate) (BS)
Instructional Degree Program

Fall 2003
Assessment Period Covered

February 8, 2004
Date Submitted

Intended Educational (Student) Outcome:
NOTE: There should be one form for each intended outcome listed. The intended outcome should be restated in the box immediately below and the intended outcome number entered in the blank spaces.

1. Students will be able to program an event in EDFS 4307 Organizational Administration of Sports and Fitness Programs.

First Means of Assessment for Outcome Identified Above:
1a. Means of Program Assessment & Criteria for Success:
Students will score with 75% accuracy in programming an activity based on a common rubric designed by Fitness and Sports faculty.

1a. Summary of Assessment Data Collected:
Data will be collected in the Spring 2004.

1a. Use of Results to Improve Instructional Program:
No results are available at this time.

Second Means of Assessment for Outcome Identified Above:
1b. Means of Program Assessment & Criteria for Success:
Students will obtain a score of 75% on a lesson plan designed to assess their ability to program an event. A common rubric devised by the Fitness and Sports faculty will serve as the means for the assessment.

1b. Summary of Assessment Data Collected:
Data will be collected in the Spring 2004.

1b. Use of Results to Improve Instructional Program:
No results are available at this time.

ASSESSMENT REPORT

FOR

Bachelor of Science Degree in Fitness and Sports (non-certificate) (BS)
Instructional Degree Program

Fall 2003
Assessment Period Covered

February 8, 2004
Date Submitted

Intended Educational (Student) Outcome:
NOTE: There should be one form for each intended outcome listed. Intended outcome should be restated in the box immediately below and the intended outcome number entered in the blank spaces.

2. Students will be able to analyze coaching skills in a variety of sports.

First Means of Assessment for Outcome Identified Above:
2a. Means of Program Assessment & Criteria for Success:
Students will score an average of 80% on scouting reports using a common rubric developed by the Fitness and Sports faculty. Students will observe and report on the strengths, weaknesses, offense, defense, and game plans of teams to help them acquire the requisite knowledge to effectively analyze coaching skills.

2a. Summary of Assessment Data Collected:
Data will be collected in the Spring 2004.

2a. Use of Results to Improve Instructional Program:
Because no data were available, the faculty cannot make recommendations for changes at this time.

Second Means of Assessment for Outcome Identified Above:
2b. Means of Program Assessment & Criteria for Success:
Students will analyze various game plans (e.g., those developed for baseball, football, basketball, volleyball, hockey, and soccer games) with an average of 80% accuracy based on a common rubric.

2b. Summary of Assessment Data Collected:
Data will be collected in the Spring 2004.

2b. Use of Results to Improve Instructional Program:
Because no data were available, the faculty cannot make recommendations for changes at this time.

ASSESSMENT REPORT

FOR

Bachelor of Science Degree in Fitness and Sports (non-certificate) (BS)
Instructional Degree Program

Fall 2003
Assessment Period Covered

February 8, 2004
Date Submitted

Intended Educational (Student) Outcome:
NOTE: There should be one form for each intended outcome listed. Intended outcome should be restated in the box immediately below and the intended outcome number entered in the blank spaces.

3. Students will be able to teach a recreational activity.

First Means of Assessment for Outcome Identified Above:
3a. Means of Program Assessment & Criteria for Success:
Students will score an average of 80% on a recreational activity lesson plan using a common rubric designed by the Fitness and Sports faculty.

3a. Summary of Assessment Data Collected:
Data will be collected in the Spring 2004.

3a. Use of Results to Improve Instructional Program:
Because no data were available, the faculty cannot make recommendations for changes at this time.

Second Means of Assessment for Outcome Identified Above:
3b. Means of Program Assessment & Criteria for Success:
Students will score 85% on the execution of the lesson plan using a common rubric developed by the Fitness and Sports faculty.

3b. Summary of Assessment Data Collected:
Data will be collected in the Spring 2004.

3b. Use of Results to Improve Instructional Program:
Because no data were available, the faculty cannot make recommendations for changes at this time.

ASSESSMENT REPORT

FOR

Bachelor of Science Degree in Fitness and Sports (non-certificate) (BS)
Instructional Degree Program

Fall 2003
Assessment Period Covered

February 8, 2004
Date Submitted

4. Students will be able to observe a variety of school and community events to become better informed about the fitness and sports programs in these different contexts.

First Means of Assessment for Outcome Identified Above:
4a. Means of Program Assessment & Criteria for Success:
Students will document at least 45 hours of observation in the following areas:
• Elementary Schools - 15 hours
• Coaching - 15 hours
• Community - 15 hours

4a. Summary of Assessment Data Collected:
Data will be collected in the Spring 2004.

4a. Use of Results to Improve Instructional Program:
Because no data were available, the faculty cannot make recommendations for changes at this time.

Second Means of Assessment for Outcome Identified Above:
4b. Means of Program Assessment & Criteria for Success:
Students will score 80% on reflection papers they will prepare to document and explain the insights gained through their 45 hours of observation.

4b. Summary of Assessment Data Collected:
Data will be collected in the Spring 2004.

4b. Use of Results to Improve Instructional Program:
Because no data were available, the faculty cannot make recommendations for changes at this time.