Quantitative Literacy

The ability to perform accurate calculations, interpret quantitative information, apply and analyze relevant numerical data, and use results to support conclusions. Degree graduates will be able to calculate, interpret, and use numerical and quantitative information in a variety of settings.

Student Learning Outcomes

Interpret numerical information presented in mathematical forms (e.g., equations, graphs, diagrams, tables, words).

Sample

All students enrolled in the following courses: MTH 131, 154, 161, 245, 261 & 264.

Measure

As part of the final exam, a course specific assessment, 2 to 3 questions for each learning outcome, is included to measure each student learning outcomes for quantitative literacy.

Target

75% of the students will be rated as “competent”. A competent rating means at least 75% of the items on the assessment instrument were answered accurately.

Findings

79.02% of students received a competent rating.

Where do we go from here?

Findings are reviewed by the College’s General Education Committee every two-years. Action plans to address missed target outcomes were discussed in fall 2022. Although the target outcome was not met, the committee decided more data was needed before determining a plan of action for this outcome, particularly since much of the data was collected during the pandemic.

Convert relevant information into various mathematical forms (e.g., equations, graphs, diagrams, tables, words).

Sample

All students enrolled in the following courses: MTH 131, 154, 161, 245, 261 & 264.

Measure

As part of the final exam, a course specific assessment, 2 to 3 questions for each learning outcome, is included to measure each student learning outcomes for quantitative literacy.

Target

75% of the students will be rated as “competent”. A competent rating means at least 75% of the items on the assessment instrument were answered accurately.

Findings

79.63% of students scored a 2 (minimally meets expectations) or higher.

Where do we go from here?

Findings are reviewed by the College’s General Education Committee every two-years. Because the target outcome was met, the committee did not see a need to implement any strategies for improvement.

Accurately solve mathematical problems.

Sample

All students enrolled in the following courses: MTH 131, 154, 161, 245, 261 & 264.

Measure

As part of the final exam, a course specific assessment, 2 to 3 questions for each learning outcome, is included to measure each student learning outcomes for quantitative literacy.

Target

75% of the students will be rated as “competent”. A competent rating means at least 75% of the items on the assessment instrument were answered accurately.

Findings

79.63% of students scored a 2 (minimally meets expectations) or higher.

Where do we go from here?

Findings are reviewed by the College’s General Education Committee every two-years. Action plans to address missed target outcomes were discussed in fall 2022. Although the target outcome was not met, the committee decided more data was needed before determining a plan of action for this outcome, particularly since much of the data was collected during the pandemic.

Make judgments and draw relevant conclusions from quantitative analysis of data and predict future trends when appropriate.

Sample

All students enrolled in the following courses: MTH 131, 154, 161, 245, 261 & 264.

Measure

As part of the final exam, a course specific assessment, 2 to 3 questions for each learning outcome, is included to measure each student learning outcomes for quantitative literacy.

Target

75% of the students will be rated as “competent”. A competent rating means at least 75% of the items on the assessment instrument were answered accurately.

Findings

89.66% of students scored a 2 (minimally meets expectations) or higher.

Where do we go from here?

Findings are reviewed by the College’s General Education Committee every two-years. Action plans to address missed target outcomes were discussed in fall 2022. Although the target outcome was not met, the committee decided more data was needed before determining a plan of action for this outcome, particularly since much of the data was collected during the pandemic.