Andrew Sprague, Board Member | John Wood Community College
Andrew Sprague, Board Member | John Wood Community College
John Wood Community College Curriculum Committee met July 11.
Here are the minutes provided by the committee:
The Curriculum meeting convened at 2:30 p.m. on Thursday July 11, 2024. Present were Dr. Randy Greenwell; trustee, Mr. Don Hess; trustee, Dr. Bryan Renfro; president, and Dr. Shelley Barkley; vice president of academic & student affairs and Kristina Johnson; note taker.
Administration discussed the ICCB-recognized Program Review process, which is part of our Institutional Effectiveness framework. The ICCB schedules reviews of academic program areas on a five-year rotation. Dr. Barkley outlined this process, focusing on cost-effectiveness, need, quality, and equity. For FY24, the programs under review include Physical and Life Sciences, Developmental English and Language Arts, Financial Aid, and the Business Office.
The Assessment and Curriculum process is also being reviewed, with an assessment manual in development to clearly define expectations for Academics and Student Affairs. Administration is ensuring that faculty are regularly informed and involved in the articulation process and course revisions to meet (IAI) Illinois Articulation Initiative transfer standards, therefore ensuring transparency.
The 2024-25 course catalog is complete and available online. Dr. Barkley has established a committee to review the catalog throughout the year, ensuring early availability for the upcoming academic year. The updated catalog includes pathways for AAS degrees and will continue to improve with regular reviews and enhancements to pathways, assessment, and the curriculum processes. Additionally, inputting program outcomes for CTE and transfer programs into our learning management system will benefit Advising.
Meeting adjourned at 3:30 p.m.
https://www.jwcc.edu/about/board-of-trustees/board-agendas-minutes/#curriculum-committee
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