Introduction

As outlined in the MRJCON Master Evaluation Plan, assessment of teaching and learning is conducted at multiple levels (university, program, course, and student) to facilitate a comprehensive review of the curricula and their ability to reflect professional nursing standards and guidelines, the needs of the community of interest, and congruency with expected learning outcomes.  The Office of Academic Programs conducted the annual program level assessment of the established program learning outcomes and associated teaching/learning exemplars from AY23-24 per policy schedule.  This report provides an overview of the assessment process, results, and summary recommendations.

Assesment Process 

Assessment of key teaching and learning exemplars was conducted according to the established plan for AY 23-24.  In this process, populations of student exemplars were collected from D2L courses, tabulated, and scored against an established benchmark.  The exemplars were not regraded.  The scored aggregate exemplar source data, exemplar assignment, and associated exemplar grading criteria were reviewed by two independent faculty members to ensure interrater reliability.  Reviewer scores less than 6 (individual criterion) or 28 (total alignment score) were prompted for comment and/or recommendations, although comments were also received regardless of scoring.  The assessment findings, including areas where the acceptable performance threshold was not met, were reviewed by UAAC or GAAC for recommendations to individual course groups.  Feedback and recommended changes from the course groups were referred to the UAAC/GAAC for approval if needed. The assessment plan was adjusted accordingly for the next assessment cycle. Final reports were posted in course group teams and one drive folders.

AY 23-24 Assessment 

The aggregate results of the AY 23-24 assessment process are outlined in the table below:

AY 23-24
Domain & Program
Course CLO
Exemplar
Benchmark score met (%)
Faculty Review Score
Recomendations
3 – BSN Population Health

NRSG 427 CLO 2 [15 courses assessed]
Community Health Assessment

Yes, 100% of assessed records met 80% threshold
26 of 32
Unable to fully assess due to inconsistent recording methods.  Clinical Evaluation Tool to be readjusted by course group for consistency and inclusion of exemplar
8 – BSN Information and Healthcare Technologies

NRSG 406/480 CLO 3 [10 courses assessed]
Advocacy for Healthcare Assignment

Yes, 98.72% met 80% threshold
27.5 of 32
Consider elevating CLO taxonomy beyond describing.  UAAC approved with no change.
9 – BSN Professionalism & Professional Identity

NRSG 408 CLO 1 ,2 4 NRSG 460 CLO 1, 2, 4 [10 courses assessed]
Palliative & Hospice Care Assignment

Yes, 95.2% met the 80% threshold.
25.5 of 32
Two sections did not use exemplar. Recommend the use of one consistent rubric among sections.
8 – MN Information & Healthcare Technologies
NRSG 509 CLO 3 [1 course assessed]
Microsystem Assessment

Yes, 100% met 90% threshold

30.5 of 32
Consider changing to traditional grading scheme.  GAAC approved January 2025.
4 - MN Scholarship for the Nursing Profession
NRSG 604 CLO 1 [2 courses assessed]
PICO Project (formative)
No, 88.8% met the 90% threshold [8/9]
25.5 of 32
Rubric not available to assess by reviewers.  GAAC voted to leave benchmark unchanged. 
9 – MN Professionalism & Professional Identify
NRSG 612 CLO 2 [2 courses assessed]
Health Policy Issue Analysis & Advocacy Letter
Yes, 94.7% met the 90% threshold

29.5 of 32
No rubric available for reviewers to assess. 
3 - DNP Population Health

NRSG 614 CLO 2 [2 sections assessed]
Vulnerable Populations Presentation

Yes, 100% met 80% threshold
29 of 32
Complete assignment details/rubric unavailable for reviewers in syllabus.  Assignment has since been revised and approved by GAAC
4 - DNP Scholarship for the Nursing Profession
NRSG 604 CLO 1 [3 courses assessed]
PICO Project (formative)
Yes, 90.5% met the 90% threshold [48/53]
25.5 of 32
Rubric not available to assess by reviewers.  GAAC voted to leave benchmark unchanged
8 DNP Information & Healthcare Technologies

NRSG 610 CLO 3 [3 courses assessed]
Clinical Practice Problem

Yes, 97.3% met the 90% threshold
32 of 32
Comprehensive exemplar that addresses PLO 8 and CLO 3.
Nursing Ed Certificate PLO 3

NRSG 504 CLO 1, 2 [2 courses assessed]
Mock Exam with Rubrics
Yes, 96.5% met 80% threshold
28 of 32 
Rubric unavailable for reviewers to fully assess. 

 

 

Summary and Recommendations

The Teaching and Learning Assessment plan was followed.  The findings suggest continued communication and development with faculty are essential to address issues related to inconsistent use of exemplars, variability in D2L course structures, and the continued growth of assessment culture for the MRJCON.  Academic Programs will conduct assessment on the following scheduled AY 24-25 exemplars:

BSN

  • Domain 5: NRSG 480/406 Quality Improvement Assignment
  • Domain 6: NRSG 461/471 Clinical Evaluation Tool – IPE section
  • Domain 10: NRSG 412 Leadership, Transitional Practice & Comportment Statement

MN

  • Domain 1: NRSG 508 Culture of Safety Paper
  • Domain 3: NRSG 508 CNL Role and Impact on Social Determinants of Health on the Community Discussion Module
  • Domain 6: NRSG 575 MN Project Proposal
  • Domain 7: NRSG 575 Chapter 3: QI Methods – Systems Evaluation

DNP – FNP/PMHNP

  • Domain 1: NRSG 624 Co-Morbidity Plan of Care & SOAP notes; NRSG 634 Virtual Case Presentation
  • Domain 2: NRSG 624 Final Clinical Evaluation; NRSG 634 Final Case Formulation Follow-up
  • Domain 6: NRSG 675 DNP Project Proposal
  • Domain 7: NRSG 675 QI Manuscript
  • Domain 9: NRSG 624 CV & Cover Letter; NRSG 634 Personal Model of Practice

DNP – Nurse Midwifery – assessment will commence AY 25-26.

Post-Graduate APRN Certificate – PMHNP

  • Domain 1,8: NRSG 634 Initial Case Formulation
  • Domain 1-3,6-7,10: NRSG 634 Follow-up Case Formulation
  • Domain 2-5,7-8, 10: NRSG 634 Follow-up Case Formulation
  • Domains 2,5-8, 10: NRSG 634 Personal Model of Practice

Nursing Education Certificate

  • PLO 1: NRSG 501 Teaching Plan
  • PLO 3: NRSG 504 Mock Exam