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Student Services | Student Handbook 2010-2011Syllabus, Academic Ethics Policy3.3.1Institutional EffectivenessThe institution identifies expected outcomes, assesses the extent to which it achieves these outcomes,and provides evidence of improvement based on analysis of the results in each of the following areas:3.3.1.1 educational programs, to include student learning outcomes3.3.1.2 administrative support services3.3.1.3 educational support services3.3.1.4 research within its educational mission, if appropriate3.3.1.5 community/public service within its educational mission, if appropriateJudgmentCompliant Non-Compliant Not ApplicableNarrativeSouth Florida Community College (SFCC) identifies expected outcomes, assesses the extent to which itachieves these outcomes, and provides evidence of improvement based on analysis of the results in eachof the following areas: educational programs, including student learning outcomes, administrativesupport services, educational support services and community/public service within its educationalmission.In support of the college mission and strategic plan, all administrative units and educational programsengage regularly in a systematic institutional effectiveness effort that evaluates the unit or programmission, outcomes, performance measures, and performance standards; defines the methods used fordata collection; and provides an analysis of findings and implications for improvement.Assessment of outcome achievement is conducted through a well-defined Educational ProgramAssessment (EPA) or Administrative Program Assessment (APA) review process. Assessment, asthe cornerstone of institutional effectiveness, analyzes the progress and extent to which outcomes havebeen achieved. All units review annually established outcomes, apply assessment processes, reportfindings and make improvements to the program or service as appropriate. Results and findings are usedto enhance student learning and services, and direct continuous quality improvement efforts.In October of each year, the college holds an annual Assessment Day. This time provides an opportunityfor critical reflection of how educational and administrative units can improve student learning andcollege services. During Assessment Day, the faculty and staff review data collected, analyze thefindings, and discuss implications for practice and continuous quality improvement activities orinitiatives. The event functions as a forum to discuss available student outcome data, updates to SFCC'sintranet-based statistics/report portal, and recent analyses stemming from the institution's DataAnalysis Group (DAG). The October review also encourages dialogue regarding the evaluation of existingprogram assessment and facilitates discussion of initiatives that may have implications for the Unit ActionPlan (UAP) and/or budget requests for the upcoming fiscal year.3.3.1.1 Educational ProgramsSouth Florida Community College Page 78 / 202SFCC provides a comprehensive range of educational programs compatible with the mission and purposeof the institution. This narrative further identifies expected outcomes in educational programs, including