NNMC College Wide Outcomes Faculty Retreat Dr. Pedro Martinez, Provost/VPAA Dr. Joaquin Vila, Dean College of Education Carmella Sanchez, IR Director and AQIP ALO October 31, 2014

Implement College Academic Plan 2 Assessment State and National Standards FYE Retention Financial Aid Maximum time Timely degree completion Curriculum Competencies and skills StudentFaculty Increase retention and Graduation

Action Planning Template Action/Delivera bles LeadDue DateMeasure/Target Integration of AQIP Team Class Committee Dr. Pedro Martinez10/1/14Team integration and role explanation. College Wide Planning Retreat: Community to SLO Dr. Pedro Martinez Joaquin Vila Carmella Sanchez 10/31/14Survey (75% participant’s satisfaction). Assessment Workshops Ellen Trabka, Joaquin Vila & Ivan Lopez 11/21/14Implementation of Workshops (best practices): syllabus & SLO assessment. Course Syllabus/Selection Deans, Chairs, Directors, Faculty 12/1/14Curriculum map and one syllabus per instructor must incorporate SLO. Syllabus ReviewedDeans, Chairs, Directors 2/13/15All syllabi were reviewed by respective lead.

Assessment 4 Standardized assessment Define college wide SLO Periodic reporting Establish Implement the data management system Assessment website National surveys

College Wide Outcomes Goal Statements are: A statement of a desired accomplishment that will contribute to the realization of the college as well as the academic departments’ mission Declaration of core values Sets long-term goals to be achieved over a period of time An extension of the college mission

1) Communication a) Express ideas coherently and persuasively through oral and written communication b) Speak coherently and appropriately for various audiences and situations c) Evaluate information and arguments and make sound judgments about their use and application. d) Present ideas and information effectively for specific purposes through written statements

3) Cultural Competence a) Understand and appreciate cultural diversity. b) Respect individual racial, ethnic, gender, and sexual orientation differences, and those with physical, mental and emotional disabilities c) Practice tolerance toward individuals from different religions, cultures and traditions, and those who express differing political views d) Understand the necessity for sustainability and a healthy global environment e) Understand that NNMC is committed to respect for individual dignity and the distinct cultures of Northern New Mexico.

4) Information Competency and Research a) Use information technology to function effectively and responsibly in society. b) Locate relevant information in printed and electronic form and credit it properly. c) Practice legal and ethical behaviors when accessing and communicating information d) Identify various computer hardware systems and their basic functions e) Utilize an operating system effectively and produce documents using generic office programs such as word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software f) Use the Internet to communicate effectively through and other communication tools

1.Effective Communication Ability to communicate clearly and effectively. Use the verbal, written, listening, and visual skills necessary to analyze, synthesize and cite information, construct arguments, identify and solve problems, and engage across academic fields and civic discourse. 2. Critical Thinking Ability to think critically through analytical, inventive and creative means. Infer specific contexts and situations for learning by asking essential questions and applying both quantitative or qualitative methodologies and processes to solve problems. 3.Cultural Competence Demonstrate commitment to address cultural, social, and ethical responsibilities Ability to perceive situations from various cultural and ethical contexts; to realize the role of the individual in influencing societal consequences; understand the importance of character values such as but not limited to: truthfulness and personal integrity, sense of responsibility, sense of fairness and justice, to test conventional. 4. Information and Technological Literacy Demonstrate proficiency in the use of current technology and Innovation. Ability to use current technology including (where applicable) but not limited to: computer software such as word processors, statistics/analytical programs, simulation programs, musical/artistic programs, and other software that increases overall ability and understanding; machinery and industrial processes that contributes towards increased productivity and efficiency; innovation or the application of creativity or original thought. Please review your department course syllabi and determine which of the four outcomes have been Incorporated into the course. Course Number___________ Title_________________________________ Course Prefix ______________________ Department____________________ Goal 1 Met Goal 2 Met Goal 3 Met Goal 4 Met Please use check marks Date Submitted to CLASS Committee Chair or Dean’s Signature

Using the above framework (see four college wide outcomes), departments will develop curriculum and activities to cultivate these competencies and determine if NNMC graduates acquire these competencies in general education and within their field of study. The assessment process will determine if there are gaps in student knowledge and skills which then can be addressed in academic and program planning. Supporting Units College Wide Outcomes Supporting units trough out the College, Institutional Advancement, Human Resources, Finances etc. will address the College Wide Outcomes in a consistent manner that support the outcomes adhering to the following principles: Effective Communication-NNMC will distribute clear and consistent messages articulating its mission, vision and goals for its residents by fostering a culture of transparent communications as viewed by internal and external audiences. The college will provide transparent communications with residents through public announcements in a timely manner of the opportunities that are available to county residents via the press, radio and internet sources and social media. Internally, NNMC will develop an internal message system that will maintain the safety measures that a campus community may encounter by weather and other human factors that may create dangerous conditions for the safety of the campus community. The College will continue to use its Marquee to promote events on campus as well as programs and services that benefit the Northern’s students and the community at large. Cultural Competence- in the process of hiring, promotion and search for talent, NNMC will adhere to the value of diversity and recruit personnel from diverse backgrounds. Moreover, NNMC will integrate diversity and multiculturalism into its curriculum, identity, marketing and promotion, and other features of its operations and interactions. NNMC personnel will also create an institutional culture that promotes a customer service orientation that is consistently marked by courtesy, respect, and efficiency. Critical Thinking- NNMC personnel will find and seek ways to improve the delivery of services for students, by maintaining its facilities in all locations that are conducive to student learning, and are safe, efficient, and accessible. Information and Technological Literacy-NNMC personnel will invest in technology to support student learning, student development and safety for the entire campus community. The College will continue to support “education at a distance" and maintain efforts in expanding opportunities for residents of Rio Arriba county to access college services despite the distances that exist in far outreaching communities. At the main campus in Espanola, NNMC will also increase those instructional technology investments that enhance "face to face" learning environments. Supporting units will also embrace the use of technology to deliver services more efficiently.