scholarly journals A Novel Fuzzy Based Assessment Method for Learning Outcomes

2019 ◽  
Vol 8 (4) ◽  
pp. 1665-1669
Keyword(s):  
Student Performance ◽  
Assessment Method ◽  
Program Outcomes ◽  
Student Centered ◽  
Outcome Based Education ◽  
Assessment Activity ◽  
Class Room ◽  
Teaching Learning ◽  
Course Outcomes ◽  
And Behavior

Outcome based education (OBE) is a recent development in student-centered teaching-learning model that emphases on measuring student performance through outcomes. Outcomes include knowledge, skills and attitudes suggested in Blooms taxonomy. The OBE approach encourages students to become active learners because it focusses on student attainment in comparison to teacher-centered learning approach. The level of the attainment of Course Outcomes (COs) is the indicator of the skill, knowledge and behavior that students acquired at the end of the course. In Outcome Based Education every activity performed in the class room is linked with the measurable course outcomes. In this paper, we present an effective fuzzy based approach to assess the attainment of outcomes by mapping every assessment activity performed in the class room with the Course Outcomes (CO) and eventually to Program Outcomes (PO). The attainments of outcomes by the students are also expressed as fuzzy memberships which can also be represented graphically. The entire work is based on the OBE implementation case study of Marian College Kuttikkanam, (MCK)

scholarly journals Experiences of Teaching Computer Network Course through Lesson Outcomes

2019 ◽  
Vol 8 (9S4) ◽  
pp. 117-124
Keyword(s):  
Computer Network ◽  
Accreditation Body ◽  
Self Assessment ◽  
Program Outcomes ◽  
National Board ◽  
Exit Survey ◽  
Outcome Based Education ◽  
Review Team ◽  
Teaching Learning ◽  
Course Outcomes

National Board of Accreditation (Abbreviated as NBA) is an official and independent accreditation body of India. Many engineering colleges must adhere to the quality requirements as per the NBA guidelines. Every engineering institute must prepare a Self-Assessment Report (SAR) and submit it to a peer review team for getting NBA Accreditation. In recent years NBA has changed input-output based traditional education system to Outcome-Based Education (OBE). OutcomeBased Education is an approach where each course can have atleast N number of outcomes that students will learn at the end of the semester for a particular course. Later on, these course outcomes can be mapped with Program Outcomes (PO) and Program Educational Objectives (PEO). According to the NBA, CO's are the most granular level of objects that can be defined over a particular course. The problem with particular CO is that they are much generalized and can be mapped to 2-3 chapters of the same course. It becomes very difficult to assess student based on a particular CO. The solution is provided in this paper by dividing CO's in further lesson Outcomes (LO) for effective teaching-learning. The paper also takes a real case study of course – Computer Networks which is an undergraduate course of Mukesh Patel School of Technology Management and Engineering (MPSTME, Affiliated to NMIMS University). After defining LO's of the said course, the paper shows different Course Exit Survey Records in a graphical manner for better understanding. The methodology defined by author outperforms the current existing method defining CO's

Curriculum and Evaluation in Outcome-Based Education

2021 ◽  
Vol 58 (2) ◽  
pp. 5620-5625
Author(s):  
Dr. Gurudutta P Japee, Dr. Preeti Oza
Keyword(s):  
Student Performance ◽  
Information Society ◽  
Knowledge Society ◽  
The Other ◽  
Student Centered ◽  
Outcome Based Education ◽  
The World ◽  
Fast Pace ◽  
The Mind ◽  
Democratic Knowledge

The “Outcome-Based Education” (OBE) model is being adopted at a fast pace in education institutions. it's considered an enormous breakthrough to enhance education across the world . Outcome-based education (OBE) may be a student-centered instruction model that focuses on measuring student performance through outcomes. Outcomes include knowledge, skills, and attitudes. there's a hidden contradiction within the projection and implementation of the OBE. One results in Multidisiciplinarity and therefore the other results in OBE. At first, we expect freedom and in other structured progress is predicted . One results in democratic knowledge and therefore the other results in capitalist knowledge management. Our education is sort of a lady with over ornaments who is unable to steer simply because of the load she carries of the ornaments. Technology silences the mind and not questioning a mind and thus this information society or knowledge society is ignorant and this may come whenever and wherever we mention mass education and not class education. This paper discusses the necessity and importance of curriculum formation and enhancing evaluation within the Outcome Bases education –OBE

scholarly journals Assessment of outcome-based integrated design project

2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 77
Author(s):  
Noordin Basir ◽  
Oh Chai Lian ◽  
Ja'afar Muhd Salmizi ◽  
Hamid Shaharin
Keyword(s):  
Student Performance ◽  
Integrated Design ◽  
Sample Analysis ◽  
Design Project ◽  
Outcome Based Education ◽  
Capstone Project ◽  
Undergraduate Programme ◽  
Course Outcomes ◽  
Programme Outcomes ◽  
Engineering Programme

Outcome-Based Education (OBE) implementation is one of the qualifying requirements for engineering programme accreditation in Malaysia.  Implementation of the OBE in Integrated Design Project (IDP) is essential in producing high quality engineering graduates that are able to meet the challenges especially in the era of Industry 4.0 in Malaysia.  IDP is the course offered to the final year students of undergraduate programme in Faculty of Civil Engineering, University Teknologi MARA.  This paper presents the mapping of the addressing Course Outcomes (CO) and Programme Outcomes (PO) to the scopes of assessment in a capstone project (CP) for IDP. The explicitness in the measurement of CO and PO in the course is demonstrated. The rubrics for the assessment of CP are also presented. Finally, evaluation of student performance in IDP particularly CP is discussed through a sample analysis of the CO and PO attainments.

A Comparative Study of Existing Mechanisms for Implementation of OBE in Various Countries

2021 ◽  
pp. 198-210
Author(s):  
Sanjiv Sharma ◽  
Pratistha Dwivedi
Keyword(s):  
Comparative Study ◽  
Model Comparison ◽  
Literature Survey ◽  
Program Outcomes ◽  
Individual Level ◽  
Outcome Based Education ◽  
Student Expectation ◽  
Student Centred Learning ◽  
Course Outcomes ◽  
Self Learning

Outcome-based education (OBE) provides effective ways for enhancing the employability of students enrolled in any program using attainment of predetermined outcomes. Literature survey reveals that OBE-based approaches to education adopt various methods for assessing direct and indirect course outcomes designed for achieving intended program outcomes, program educational objectives, mission and vision of institute. This chapter disseminates knowledge scientifically observed as analytical ways to efficient implementation of outcome-based education in various countries and compare the same for identification of effectiveness. The goals of OBE are achievement of similarities between student expectation and knowledge received through course items delivery of a teacher based on student-centred learning model, comparison of attainment of outcomes at institute and individual level, involvement of students for self-learning.

Value-Added Courses with industry endorsement for Bridging Curriculum Gap in the Outcome-Based Learning: An Effective Strategy to Post-graduate Studies

2021 ◽  
pp. 002205742097205
Author(s):  
B. R. Arun Kumar
Keyword(s):  
Learning Process ◽  
Curriculum Design ◽  
Value Added ◽  
Effective Strategy ◽  
Program Outcomes ◽  
Graduate Studies ◽  
Post Graduate ◽  
Design And Implementation ◽  
Outcome Based Education ◽  
Teaching Learning

In outcome based education (OBE), curriculum design with industry involvement is most recommended approach which enables relevant execution of teaching learning process. Globally, acceptance of OBE is increasing since four decades. This article investigates the OBE curriculum design by adding Value-Added Courses (VACs) which are endorsed and participated by industry experts jointly with academicians. It is found that VACs are instrumental in reducing the curriculum gaps to attain program outcomes (POs) of any given curriculum along with targeted skills. Analysis presented in this article focuses on the program outcomes gap in the curriculum which enables identification, design and implementation of different VACs. Further, it determines that attainment achieved through VACs significantly reduces the curriculum gap. Hence it is one of the best tool which improves over all PO attainments and shows better path towards the expectation of industries. Proposed framework of analysis showed that VACs contribute to POs by nearly 20%. This article contributes a comprehensive idea for offering several VACs that boost the achievement of POs.

Course and Program Outcomes Assessment Methods in Outcome-Based Education: A Review

2019 ◽  
Vol 199 (3) ◽  
pp. 111-127 ◽  
Author(s):  
K. Premalatha
Keyword(s):  
Outcomes Assessment ◽  
Assessment Methods ◽  
Quality Of Education ◽  
Program Outcomes ◽  
Detailed Survey ◽  
Outcome Based Education ◽  
Course Outcomes

In Outcome-Based Education (OBE), the assessment of the Course Outcomes (COs) is the most prominent aspect required to improve the quality of education. The COs for each course are based on the Program Outcomes (POs), Program Specific Outcomes (PSOs), and other requirements. There are various understandings toward the concept of OBE that resulted in various attainment to PO based on the CO. This article describes the framework of OBE and detailed survey on CO-PO mapping and its attainment models. This article serves as guidelines of writing COs, and mapping CO and PO and its attainment.

scholarly journals New Paradigm of Outcome-Based Education – A Higher Education Boon

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 (5) ◽  
pp. 495-497
Author(s):  
Dr.K. Bala Sathya, G. Ganesh Narayanan
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Student Performance ◽  
Implementation Strategies ◽  
Steering Committee ◽  
New Paradigm ◽  
Student Centered ◽  
Outcome Based Education ◽  
Program Outcome ◽  
Giant Leap ◽  
Ict Tools

Outcome-Based Education (OBE) is a vibrant model and considered as a giant leap forward to improve higher education and assists all graduates contend with their global counterparts. It is a student-centered tutoring conception that focuses on measuring student performance through outcomes. The Higher Education Institutions should frame appropriate course outcome, program outcome and these outcome should correlate with institutional objectives. But the actual success lies in the effective implementation and rigid accreditation process to ensure the quality of education. Hence, it is imperative to analyze the strength, weakness of the model and practical difficulties in case of implementation. This study reveals basic concepts, Implementation Strategies and OBE Practices and standards. The OBE-Steering Committee in each HEI offers ideas to frame Newfangled Curriculum with finest outcome and effective teaching methods with ICT tools and evaluation pattern based on blooms taxonomy.

Outcome-based Education: An Outline

2020 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 5-21 ◽  
Author(s):  
N. J. Rao
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Formal Education ◽  
Two Dimensions ◽  
Cognitive Domain ◽  
Program Outcomes ◽  
Curriculum Assessment ◽  
Outcome Based Education ◽  
Cognitive Levels ◽  
Course Outcomes ◽  
Bloom Taxonomy

Things we can do because of learning are called outcomes of learning. Outcome based education (OBE) was propounded by William Spady in the 90s to bring the focus of formal education to what the students learn rather than what they were taught. OBE is a system of education giving priority to ends, purpose, accomplishments, and results. All decisions about the curriculum, assessment, and instruction are driven by the exit learning outcomes the students should display at the end of a program or a course. This paper presents a method of writing outcomes for General higher education programs. Outcomes for a higher education program are defined at three levels as program outcomes (POs), program specific outcomes (PSOs), and course outcomes (COs). The most important aspect of an outcome is that it should be observable and measurable. These are best written in a well-defined framework of taxonomy of learning. Bloom’s taxonomy of learning identifies three domains of learning: Cognitive, affective and psychomotor. Revised Bloom taxonomy of cognitive domain has two dimensions cognitive levels and knowledge categories. It is proposed that CO statements be written within a well-defined structure: Action, knowledge elements, conditions, and criteria. Tagging COs with POs, PSOs, cognitive levels and the number of classroom hours associated facilitates the computation of attainment of COs, POs, and PSOs.

Direct Assessment of Course Outcomes: Strategies and Implementations for Mechanical Engineering Courses

2007 ◽  
Author(s):  
J. Zhou ◽  
P. Corder ◽  
K. Aung
Keyword(s):  
Outcome Assessment ◽  
Mechanical Engineering ◽  
Assessment Method ◽  
Assessment Process ◽  
Performance Criteria ◽  
Program Outcomes ◽  
Engineering Programs ◽  
Direct Assessment ◽  
Course Grades ◽  
Course Outcomes

The process of outcome assessment has become a major tool for evaluation of mechanical engineering programs as required by ABET. There are many ways to conduct assessment of course and program outcomes, but the direct assessment method is preferable to all other methods such as course grades and student surveys. Outcome assessment process of courses involves many steps: identifying the performance criteria, collecting the appropriate data, processing the data based on performance criteria, interpreting the results, and deciding the remediation or corrective actions to take. In this paper, strategies and implementations of direct assessment of course outcomes in the Department of Mechanical Engineering are described and discussed. Application and results of these direct assessments relevant to the Senior Capstone Design course in the Mechanical Engineering curricula are presented as an example. The methodology and implementation discussed in this paper may be beneficial to similar curricula at other institutions.

scholarly journals Outcome-based education : comparing students' perceived learning outcomes with their assessment scores

2012 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
pp. 87
Author(s):  
Thevy Rajaretnam ◽  
Bhajan Kaur
Keyword(s):  
Learning Outcomes ◽  
Pearson Correlation ◽  
Formative Assessments ◽  
Assessment Scores ◽  
Paired Samples ◽  
Exit Survey ◽  
Outcome Based Education ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Teaching Learning ◽  
Course Outcomes

The purpose of this study was to ascertain whether the perception of the 30 undergraduates in the Faculty of Dentistry who underwent the Language Enhancement for the Health Sciences course regarding their mastery of the learning outcomes was reflected in their assessment scores as a result of the teaching learning process using the a BE & SCL curriculum. These students learnt skills broadly underfour course outcomes which were further subdivided into 24 learning outcomes. The four course outcomes were assessed through four on-going formative assessments. Students responded to a Course Entrance Survey and a Course Exit Survey. Their responses to both these surveys were analysed using the paired samples t-test to find out the differences in their perception of their mastery of the learning outcomes. The differences in their perception were compared to their performances in the assessments using the Pearson correlation analysis. Although there was a significant difference in the students' perception of their mastery of the learning outcomes, it was not reflected in their performances in the assessments.

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