Academic program professional development offerings are currently provided through the Focus on Teaching and Learning (FOTL) series and the Assessment Leadership Institute. We occasionally provide sessions on selected topics of interest in the assessment world and invite guest speakers to conduct workshops for faculty on campus.
Visit our Assessment Resources page for more details and tools for the assessment process.
2024-2025 Workshop Series: Building Skills and Practices for Effective Assessment
Assessment Essentials: Building a foundation to enhance the student experience
Join us for an interactive workshop designed to equip faculty with fundamental knowledge and practical strategies for conducting effective student learning outcomes assessment. Whether you are new to the assessment role or looking to refine existing practices for your academic program(s), this workshop offers insights and actionable tools to elevate assessment and action planning.
| Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 09 / 20 / 2024 | 10 am – 11 am | Hillyer Room, Bird Library |
Uncovering Impact: Using evidence to enhance student learning
Effectively analyzing and interpreting evidence of student learning in your programs is critical for fostering equitable experiences. This 1.5 hour workshop offers a look at methods and tools that can be used to break down the evidence and uncover insights that promote a positive learning experience for all students. In the first half of the session, participants will learn about identifying patterns and trends for various student experiences and making meaning of the results. The last half of the session provides an opportunity to develop strategies for communicating the findings and facilitating faculty discussions. Join us for this interactive session and come away with agency to uncover insights, spark conversations, and use assessment results to drive meaningful change for your programs.
| Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 1 / 31 / 2025 | 10 am – 11:30 am | TBD |
Turning Assessment Results into Actions
Unlock the potential of assessment data to inform meaningful change for your program(s). The assessment process is most beneficial when it is used to translate evidence into actionable insights. Join us in an exploration of strategies and best practices for effectively using assessment results to identify areas for growth and continuous improvement, leading to informed actions to foster student success.
| Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 3 / 21 / 2025 | 10 am – 11:00 am | TBD |
Previous Workshop Presentations and Materials
Several workshops have been offered on campus over the last few years. Presentation materials are provided below. We are in the process of creating these resources as accessible documents. If you have questions, please contact the assessment working team at assessment@syr.edu.
Jump to Workshop
- September 11, 2017: Real-Time Student Assessment: A Shared Commitment to Improve Currently Enrolled Students’ Equitable Performance
- August 21, 2017: Assessment Made Easier
- November 18, 2016: Understanding and Using Assessment Results
- October 14, 2016: Classroom Assessment Techniques
- September 23, 2016: Introduction to Rubrics
- April 02, 2015: Assessment in Academic Programs
Real-Time Student Assessment: A Shared Commitment to Improve Currently Enrolled Students’ Equitable Performance
On September 11, 2017, Peggy Maki conducted a workshop on improving the equitable performance of currently enrolled students. Find below the slides from the presentation:
- Presentation Real-time Student Assessment: A Shared Commitment to Improve Currently Enrolled Students’ Equitable Performance (*.pptx)
Assessment Made Easier
On August 21, 2017, Jill Ferguson conducted a workshop on assessment for students in creative disciplines. Find below the slides from the presentation:
- Presentation Assessment Made Easier (*.pptx)
Understanding and Using Assessment Results
On November 18, 2016, Linda Suskie conducted a workshop at Syracuse University on how to use the assessment results obtained during the assessment annual cycle. Find below the slides and handout from the presentation:
Classroom Assessment Techniques
On October 14, 2016, Thomas Angelo conducted a workshop at Syracuse University on how to incorporate useful assessment techniques in the classroom. The activities of the workshop modeled the techniques and ideas that were presented. Find below the slides and handout from the presentation:
- Presentation Doing Assessment as if Teaching and Learning Matter Most (*.pptm)
- Handout to the presentation (*.pdf)
Session Recording
Click the video bottom below to access a recording of the session. You will need to log in to Kaltura using your netID and password to access the video.
Introduction to Rubrics
On September 23, 2016, Dannelle D. Stevens conducted two workshops at Syracuse University on rubrics as assessment tools. There was a morning and afternoon session that covered rubrics to use at the course as well as at the program level. Find below the presentations and handouts:
- Presentation 1–Introduction to Rubrics (course level) (*.pptx)
- Presentation 1–Handout (*docx)
- Presentation 2–Introduction to Rubrics (program level) (*.pptx)
- Presentation 2–Handout 1 (.*docx)
- Presentation 2–Handout 2 (*.pdf)
Assessment in Academic Programs
On April 02, 2015, Barbara E. Walvoord conducted a workshop on assessment in academic programs. Please find the video of the workshop below: