Expected Outcomes: M A R T
Expected Outcomes: M A R T
Expected Outcomes: M A R T
Goals vs. Objectives Be very clear about what you are trying to assess. The
Broad Narrow expected outcome should be the result of the activity
General intentions Precise described for the element in order to meet the goals of
Intangible Tangible the principle. Questions to consider when writing out-
Abstract Concrete comes:
Difficult to measure Measureable
1. Is the outcome measurable?
S Specific
2. Is the method of measurement documented?
3. Is the outcome realistic and achievable?
M Measurable 4. Does the outcome reflect the same specified
population as the activity?
A Attainable 5. Does it relate to and clearly impact one or more
of the Performance Measures?
R Relevant 6. Will relevant parties find the information generated
credible and applicable to decisions that need
T Time-bound to be made?
Statements should begin with Students, Faculty, or Business partners “will be able to (insert verb)….”
Principle 1 (Leadership, Activity: Host four professional development sessions for CTE high school and
Organization, and Support) college administrators and faculty on curriculum integration and alignment.
E. (High Schools / EFE Regions) Expected Outcome: High school and college CTE instructors will be able to
integrate and employ an aligned and integrated curriculum, while enhancing
and forming a stronger relationship. (Method of Measurement: Use feedback
and evaluations from sessions to improve programming)
Principle 2 (Access, Equity and Activity: Invite business and industry guest speakers to present industry infor-
Opportunity) mation to students and/or conduct field trips to allow students to view the
A. Industry Understanding/ various aspects of industry and visit potential employers.
Experience Expected Outcome: Students will be able to interpret the information pre-
sented by the businesses as it relates to their courses. Students will also be able
to network with potential employers in the area. (Method of Measurement:
instructor observations, student reports, documented follow up required by
students)
Principle 3 (Alignment and Activity: Provide NASSSA testing for Automotive students to prepare them to
Transition) take their industry-recognized credential test.
C. (Industry Recognized Expected Outcome: Over 80% of the automotive students will be able to
Credential) successfully complete an industry-recognized credential test. (Method of
Measurement: test results)
Expected Outcomes Continued
Principle 4 (Enhanced Activity: Purchase and provide simulator equipment, modules, and software
Curriculum and Instruction) to allow students to improve knowledge and skills through hands-on demon-
C. Use of Technology in CTE strations and innovative technology used by industries for the following clusters/
programs pathways: Health Science, TDL, and Corrections and Security.
Expected Outcome: 70% of the students will be able to demonstrate
proficiency of the technologies and skills necessary to be successful in their
field of study. (Method of Measurement: comprehensive exams and project
observations)
Principle 5 (Professional Activity: Department Chairs will provide a mentoring and training for faculty
Preparation and Development) who are transitioning from business and industry to adjunct faculty positions.
J. Transition to Teaching Expected Outcome: Adjunct faculty, fluent in their sector of expertise, will be
able to use innovative strategies in teaching the students in their selected
courses. (Method of Measurement: evaluations and lesson plans)
Principle 6 (Program Improve- Activity: Implement Truck Driving and Construction Tech CTE programs.
ment and Accountability) Expected Outcome: The College will increase the number of quality high-
E. Services and Activities wage, high-demand CTE programs offered to students. At least 30 students
per semester will enroll in the newly implemented programs. (Method of Meas-