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Assessment Resources

This page provides resources for departments to support their assessment efforts through curriculum mapping and focus groups.

Curriculum mapping is presented as a valuable tool for aligning student learning objectives with the curriculum. It allows departments to identify where key learning goals are addressed in their courses, assess the effectiveness of course sequencing, and determine the extent to which core objectives are covered. The ASER office can offer support in setting up data collection and analysis for the curriculum mapping process to reduce the workload on the department. The page includes examples of curriculum maps from different departments.

Additionally, the page offers resources for conducting focus groups, which are useful for gathering qualitative evidence about students' experiences, attitudes, and suggestions. A focus group protocol is provided to guide facilitators through the process, along with an example handout to help students prepare for discussions. These resources aim to support departments improving educational effectiveness through structured, evidence-based assessment practices.