BS in Nutrition and Food Sciences
Curriculum Matrix
Generally, each Student Outcome Measure will have an assignment that is reflective of the Learning Outcome. These Outcome Measures will assess how well the program is achieving Learning Outcomes and improve, if necessary. All faculty members will be active participants in the assessment process.
Key Features of Student Outcome Assessment
- Assignments are identified that reflect the Learning Outcome.
- Metric – the measure of student proficiency is defined
- Rubric – Evaluation of student proficiency is defined
- Standard – Minimally acceptable achievement of proficiency is defined
Faculty Summary
Faculty will provide an assessment summary at the end of the semester. For faculty whom teach a course twice a year, an assessment summary is required at a minimum once a year.
As noted on the assessment summary, outcomes will be expressed as the number or percentage of students who met the standard versus failed the standard. At least 80% of students should achieve the minimum standard.
| Course | Assignment Description | Metric | Rubric | Standard | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Students are able to evaluate and interpret scholarly literature. | |||||
| NFSC 340 | Article Review Assignment | Student proficiency is measured by a score of 100 on the assignment | Possible scores are as follows: 90-100 represents mastery; 80-89 represents proficiency; 70-79 represents adequate proficiency, 69 and below indicates lack of proficiency | A minimum score of 70 is required | |
| Students are able to demonstrate critical thinking skills in translating research into practice. | |||||
| NFSC 340 | Critical thinking quiz | Student proficiency is measured by a score of 100 on the assignment | Possible scores are as follows: 90-100 represents mastery; 80-89 represents proficiency; 70-79 represents adequate proficiency, 69 and below indicates lack of proficiency | A minimum score of 70 is required | |
| Students are able to evaluate a diet for nutrient adequacy. | |||||
| NFSC 340/360 | Dietary Assessment Project | Student proficiency is measured by a score of 100 on the assignment | Possible scores are as follows: 90-100 represents mastery; 80-89 represents proficiency; 70-79 represents adequate proficiency, 69 and below indicates lack of proficiency | A minimum score of 70 is required | |
| Students are able to work effectively as a member of a team. | |||||
| NFSC 320 | Food Product Development | Student proficiency is measured by a score of 100 on the assignment | Possible scores are as follows: 90-100 represents mastery; 80-89 represents proficiency; 70-79 represents adequate proficiency, 69 and below indicates lack of proficiency | A minimum score of 70 is required | |
| Students are able to present an educational session to a group, considering the needs of the target audience. | |||||
| NFSC 365 | Nutrition Education Intervention | Student proficiency is measured by a score of 100 on the assignment | Possible scores are as follows: 90-100 represents mastery; 80-89 represents proficiency; 70-79 represents adequate proficiency, 69 and below indicates lack of proficiency | A minimum score of 70 is required | |
| NFSC 431 | Staff In-service Training | Student proficiency is measured by a score of 175 on the assignment. | Possible scores are as follows: 160-175 represents mastery; 140-159 represents proficiency; 125-139 represents adequate proficiency; 124 and below indicates lack of proficiency | A minimum score of 124 is required | |
| Students are able to orally communicate effectively with clients, employees and/or stakeholders. | |||||
| NFSC 365 | Video Recorded Nutrition Counseling Session | Student proficiency is measured by a score of 100 on the assignment | Possible scores are as follows: 90-100 represents mastery; 80-89 represents proficiency; 70-79 represents adequate proficiency, 69 and below indicates lack of proficiency | A minimum score of 70 is required | |
| NFSC
230 | Negotiation Assignment | Student proficiency is measured by a score of 10 on the assignment. | Possible scores are as follows: 9-10 represents mastery; 8 represents proficiency; 7 represents adequate proficiency; 6 and below indicates lack of proficiency | A minimum score of 7 is required | |
| Students are able to demonstrate competency in written communication as related to the discipline. | |||||
| NFSC 230 | Marketing Brochure | Student proficiency is measured by a score of 50 on the assignment | Possible scores are as follows: 45-50 represents mastery; 40-44 represents proficiency; 35-39 represents adequate proficiency, 34 and below indicates lack of proficiency | A minimum score of 35 is required | |
| NFSC 365 | Article for the Lay Public | Student proficiency is measured by a score of 50 on the assignment | Possible scores are as follows: 45-50 represents mastery; 40-44 represents proficiency; 35-39 represents adequate proficiency, 34 and below indicates lack of proficiency | A minimum score of 35 is required | |