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Office of Academic Assessment

The Office of Academic Assessment supports institutional effectiveness initiatives, and assists university departments with continuous program and course improvements by offering education and consultation regarding the assessment of student learning and development.

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Testing Services

The Office of Academic Assessment coordinates testing services with other departments, including the Math Placement Test, and other tests.

Faculty members collaborating

Departmental Assessment Plans (ASLP)

Assessment of Student Learning Plan (ASLP) is a form completed annually by each department to report the assessment activities being conducted at the program level.

Wishcamper building on the USM Portland campus

Institutional Assessment Reports

The Office of Academic Assessment conducts student survey projects and reports the findings for the purpose of campus improvements.