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Central County Occupational Center

PROGRAM QUALITY ASSESSMENT

Examination of the quality of career-technical programs is an important part of the annual management of such programs. Just as instructors and administrators regularly work jointly to validate and/or improve the performance of employees, it is important that they regularly work jointly to assess the quality of the programs. The instrument that follows was developed by instructors and administrators as a way to address those elements we, together, believe are indicators of program quality.

This instrument is not intended to be a teacher evaluation; they are covered in the Stull process. The instrument is a self-assessment by the teacher of the several aspects of the program and collaboration with administration on the strengths and weaknesses of the program. Perhaps the most important element of the Program Quality Instrument is the last item, the Action Plan for Program Improvement. This collaborative plan sets the direction for upgrading, updating, and generally improving the program being assessed.

CENTRAL COUNTY OCCUPATIONAL CENTER/PROGRAM

Program Quality Assessment

Date ________________________

(Please Type or Print Clearly In Ink)

Program: ____________________________________________________________

Location: ____________________________________________________________

Instructor: ____________________________________________________________

STUDENT ENROLLMENT DATA (information provided by administration)

Number of Safe/Functional Workstations _________

A. Number Enrolled:

Current Year Prior Year

_____________ ______________ Total Students (Average of fall and spring)

_____________ ______________ Juniors

_____________ ______________ Seniors

_____________ ______________ Adults

_____________ ______________ Male Enrollment

_____________ ______________ Female Enrollment

B. ADA for Past Three Years

_____________ ______________ _______________

Notes: _________________________________________________________________

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PLACEMENT – Previous Year Seniors/Adults Completing Program

A completer (as described in MetroEd policies) has met the objectives of the ROCP course and is no longer enrolled in the course. Course objectives necessary for completion may be designated by individual need.

Data from ROC/P Office

Number Percent

_____ _____ Total Students in Course

_____ _____ Number of students who completed course and received

certificate during last year.

_____ _____ Number employed in related occupations/field trained.

_____ _____ Number continuing education at higher level.

_____ _____ Number continuing education in other MetroED course.

_____ _____ Number employed in non-related occupations.

_____ _____ Number unemployed, seeking work.

_____ _____ Unknown (unable to contact student for information).

_____ _____ Number in military service.

_____ _____ Other

Notes: ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
1. JOB MARKET INFORMATION

Quality ROCP programs train for jobs and/or careers that exist in our community, its surrounding area, and our state or nation. The greater the demands for trained workers, the better the chances are that students will be successful in finding employment. Local, state or national labor market surveys will help determine the need for training.

Note: Labor market information can be found on the following web sites. www.calmis.cahwnet.gov, www.bls.gov/oco/home, www.novapic.org/lmi/

Standard:

1. A current job market survey is available.

2. The program instructor is aware of current business/industry job market trends.

3. Labor market analysis indicates continued growth in the industry/business area.

4. Growth is expected to be “significant” enough to employ the number of program completers.

Job Market information source: ______________________________________________

Narrative analysis: (Explain implications of job market information; i.e., “Rapid growth is expected for the next two years and then level off at about 175 new jobs per year for the following five years”.) _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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Rating scale:

4. Excellent: Meets all and exceeds most standards

3. Above average: Meets all and exceeds some standards

2. Acceptable: Meets all standards at a minimal level

1. Unsatisfactory: Some standards not met

0. Unacceptable: Majority of standards not met.

ASSESSMENT RANKING: circle one 0 1 2 3 4

Please explain rating if it is above “acceptable”; i.e., “A rating of 4 was given because…”

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2. ADVISORY COMMITTEE

Advisory Committees are mandated by law in order to assure that career technical training offered meets the local labor market needs. Employers are primary customers of ROCP and their needs should be met as we train students to be their employees. The law requires at least one Advisory Committee meeting per year. The majority of the committee members should be from the occupation for which training is preparing students.

Standard:

1. The program advisory committee meets at least once per year.

2. Committee minutes for each meeting are maintained and minutes reflect that the committee:

A. Approved the curriculum

B. Believed there is a market large enough to support number of students trained.

C. Believed that the lab and equipment are appropriate and plentiful enough

to meet industry standards.

3. The majority of committee members are from the occupation for which training is preparing students.

4. Sufficient numbers of members attend meetings to adequately represent business/industry points of view.

Provide the following:

__________ Number of Members

__________ Number of Meetings during the past 12 months

Date of last meeting: ____________________

Attach minutes from last meeting.

Attach list of Advisory Members (Name, Position, and Affiliation)

Other Comments: _________________________________________________________

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Rating scale:

4. Excellent: Meets all and exceeds most standards

3. Above average: Meets all and exceeds some standards

2. Acceptable: Meets all standards at a minimal level

1. Unsatisfactory: Some standards not met

0. Unacceptable: Majority of standards not met.

ASSESSMENT RANKING: circle one 0 1 2 3 4

Please explain rating if it is above “acceptable”; i.e., “A rating of 4 was given because…”

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3. USE OF COMMUNITY RESOURCES

The community outside the school provides many opportunities for classroom teachers to enrich their programs and/or provide resources. Our ultimate customers are the employers who hire our students and the community which benefits from well-educated citizens. Employer and community support of programs shows an understanding of their true worth and accountability.

Standard:

1. Instructors search out appropriate community resources to enhance student learning experiences.

2. Instructors make students aware of appropriate out-of-class experiences available in the community.

3. Community members are made aware of program/class features which could benefit them.

4. Evidence exists that demonstrates strong community support for the program/class.

5. Community members are invited to and participate in appropriate program/class activities.

Rating scale:

4. Excellent: Meets all and exceeds most standards

3. Above average: Meets all and exceeds some standards

2. Acceptable: Meets all standards at a minimal level

1. Unsatisfactory: Some standards not met

0. Unacceptable: Majority of standards not met.

ASSESSMENT RANKING: circle one 0 1 2 3 4

Please explain rating if it is above “acceptable”; i.e., “A rating of 4 was given because…”

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4. ACADEMIC PREPARATION

An increased focus is being placed on graduation requirements and state-mandated test preparation. Academic preparation has become a major focus of career technical classes and programs. Some school populations are awarded academic equivalency credits based upon an academic-rich occupational curriculum. Academic standards are being stressed as never before, and creative methods of integrating these standards must be explored and implemented.

Standard:

1. Where appropriate, students receive graduation equivalency credits from home schools.

2. Course outlines and content include appropriate academic standards.

3. Teacher-driven support services are available to support appropriate academic content.

4. Students are informed and use available services to support appropriate academic needs.

5. School-wide academic activities are integrated into occupational curriculum.

6. Student activities include academic integration and review.

Rating scale:

4. Excellent: Meets all and exceeds most standards

3. Above average: Meets all and exceeds some standards

2. Acceptable: Meets all standards at a minimal level

1. Unsatisfactory: Some standards not met

0. Unacceptable: Majority of standards not met.

ASSESSMENT RANKING: circle one 0 1 2 3 4

Please explain rating if it is above “acceptable”; i.e., “A rating of 4 was given because…”

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5. ORGANIZATION AND CONTENT OF INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAM

It is important that the ROCP curriculum aligns with industry standards and that there is a process in place that reviews the curriculum. It is also very important that the ROC/P course be part of a career pathway or part of a sequence of courses both career-technical and academic.

Standard:

1. The curriculum is aligned with applicable industry and academic standards and state curriculum frameworks.

2. Instruction and lesson planning clearly identify and support competencies as listed in the course outline.

3. There is a process in place to review curriculum to ensure responsiveness to labor market needs and career trends.

4. There is a consistent and fair grading system in place.

5. If the course is part of a sequenced career pathway, its place in the sequence is clearly indicated.

6. The class is articulated with one or more colleges if available.

Rating scale:

4. Excellent: Meets all and exceeds most standards

3. Above average: Meets all and exceeds some standards

2. Acceptable: Meets all standards at a minimal level

1. Unsatisfactory: Some standards not met

0. Unacceptable: Majority of standards not met.

ASSESSMENT RANKING: circle one 0 1 2 3 4

Please explain rating if it is above “acceptable”; i.e., “A rating of 4 was given because…”

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6. ALL ASPECTS OF AN INDUSTRY

The School-To-Work Opportunities Act defined “all aspects of the industry” as all characteristics of the industry or industry sector the student is preparing to enter including planning, management, finances, technical production skills, technology, labor/personnel, community, health and safety, and environmental issues related to that industry. This information is not only necessary for entering the workplace, but is also helpful for career advancement.

Standard:

1. There is clear evidence of instructional strategies for the course that provide for an understanding of all aspects of the industry that students are planning to enter.

2. There is clear evidence of student learning activities that provide experiences in:

A. Planning

B. Management

C. Finances

D. Technical production skills

E. Technology

F. Labor/personnel

G. Community, health, and safety issues

H. Environmental issues

3. There is evidence that students know that understanding all aspects of industry can affect career advancement.

Rating scale:

4. Excellent: Meets all and exceeds most standards

3. Above average: Meets all and exceeds some standards

2. Acceptable: Meets all standards at a minimal level

1. Unsatisfactory: Some standards not met

0. Unacceptable: Majority of standards not met.

ASSESSMENT RANKING: circle one 0 1 2 3 4

Please explain rating if it is above “acceptable”; i.e., “A rating of 4 was given because…”

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7. APPROPRIATE INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT

The instructional materials and equipment are essential to the quality of a program. Without the appropriate Industry advisory-approved materials and equipment, a course cannot be considered a viable ROCP offering

Standard:

1. Instructional materials and equipment support program objectives.

2. Instructional materials address a variety of learning styles when possible.

3. Instructional materials and equipment reflect the real world of work.

4. Instructional materials and equipment have been reviewed and approved by the program advisory committee.

5. Instructional materials and equipment are maintained in good repair and are available in sufficient quantities to support student learning.

Rating scale:

4. Excellent: Meets all and exceeds most standards

3. Above average: Meets all and exceeds some standards

2. Acceptable: Meets all standards at a minimal level

1. Unsatisfactory: Some standards not met

0. Unacceptable: Majority of standards not met.

ASSESSMENT RANKING: circle one 0 1 2 3 4

Please explain rating if it is above “acceptable”; i.e., “A rating of 4 was given because…”

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8. PREPARING STUDENTS FOR PRODUCTIVE CAREERS AND POSITIVE ATTITUDES TOWARD LIFELONG LEARNING

In addition to the teaching of technical skills, a critical part of any ROC/P course is modeling the attitudes and promoting the skills that are required to get and keep a job in the particular field covered in the ROCP course. Equally important is stressing the value of continued education throughout one’s personal and professional life.

Standard:

Course content provides information about career pathways, career ladders, life-long learning, and possible opportunities.
Course content addresses essential employability skills, such as communication, problem solving, and interpersonal and job search skills.
Students are directed to written, electronic, or human resources for information about advanced career-training opportunities, etc.
Campus-wide activities (i.e. Employability Skills Training) are part of the class curriculum.

Rating scale:

4. Excellent: Meets all and exceeds most standards

3. Above average: Meets all and exceeds some standards

2. Acceptable: Meets all standards at a minimal level

1. Unsatisfactory: Some standards not met

0. Unacceptable: Majority of standards not met.

ASSESSMENT RANKING: circle one 0 1 2 3 4

Please explain rating if it is above “acceptable”; i.e., “A rating of 4 was given because…”

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9. DEVELOPMENT OF LEADERSHIP SKILLS

The development of leadership skills is essential to the success of a student when he or she reaches the job market. The ROC/P program is dedicated to teaching leadership to students as is appropriate. Examples may include cooperative classroom projects, community projects, participation in student organizations, internships or other work-based learning opportunities.

Standard:

1. Course curriculum contains elements that support leadership skills development.

2. Instructional strategies are used that support and encourage leadership skills development.

3. Student classroom activities include leadership skill development components.

4. Work-based activities enhance leadership skills development.

5. Other out-of-class activities are used to promote leadership attitudes and practices.

6. Class structure utilizes student leadership roles (i.e., office manager, shop foreperson) to enhance leadership practice.

Rating scale:

4. Excellent: Meets all and exceeds most standards

3. Above average: Meets all and exceeds some standards

2. Acceptable: Meets all standards at a minimal level

1. Unsatisfactory: Some standards not met

0. Unacceptable: Majority of standards not met.

ASSESSMENT RANKING: circle one 0 1 2 3 4

Please explain rating if it is above “acceptable”; i.e., “A rating of 4 was given because…”

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10. PROGRAM INSTRUCTOR PREPARATION (*Pilot Criterion)

Research consistently indicates that the classroom teacher is the single-most important factor in a student’s chances for classroom “success”. Teachers must possess a thorough understanding of the course content. S/he must be able to provide instruction at a level consistent with academic and business/technical standards and must be prepared to make changes necessary to remain up to date in practice, skill, and knowledge.

Standard:

1. Instructor holds clear credential for subject area taught.

2. Instructor regularly attends professional (teaching, etc.), industry/business classes or seminars to remain up to date.

3. Instructor holds appropriate industry certification(s).

4. Instructor uses appropriate strategies to reinforce identified academic and technical skills.

5. Instructor has appropriate skills to be considered professionally and technically qualified to teach the subject.

Rating scale:

4. Excellent: Meets all and exceeds most standards

3. Above average: Meets all and exceeds some standards

2. Acceptable: Meets all standards at a minimal level

1. Unsatisfactory: Some standards not met

0. Unacceptable: Majority of standards not met.

ASSESSMENT RANKING: circle one 0 1 2 3 4

Please explain rating if it is above “acceptable”; i.e., “A rating of 4 was given because…”

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List the date and title of your last professional development workshop or conference (other than regular CCOC staff development meetings).

Date __________ Title ___________________________________________________

PROGRAM QUALITY ASSESSMENT SUMMARY

Program Criterion	Instructor Criterion Rating	Administrator Review
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10*	Not Rated


	Total Score /36
	Average Score

* Criterion 10 is a pilot assessment and is for program instructor use only. DO NOT record ratings for this criterion or use in the overall program rating.

Overall Program Rating: _________

34 To 36 -------- Excellent

29 To 33 -------- Above average

23 To 28 -------- Acceptable

20 To 22 -------- Unsatisfactory

Below 20 -------- Unacceptable

ACTION PLAN FOR PROGRAM IMPROVEMENT:

To be completed jointly by the ROCP instructor and administrator.

1.___________________________________________________________________

2.___________________________________________________________________

3.___________________________________________________________________

4.___________________________________________________________________

_______________________________ ______________________________

Teacher Signature Administrator Signature

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Date