Assessment Coordinators' Perceptions of the Impact of Using Electronic Assessment Systems in Accreditation

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Abstract

Electronic assessment systems (EASs) have become increasingly valuable for colleges of education (COEs) since they provide a non-biased evaluation of competency and scientific judgment to drive improvement. This study explored the ability of such systems to meet accreditation requirements as perceived by assessment coordinators. The impact of using different types of EASs (commercial, hybrid, and in-house) was also investigated. A survey was sent to assessment coordinators at 654 NCATE accredited COEs across the United States. Participants in this study were more likely to recommend commercial EASs over hybrid and in-house systems. The level of satisfaction of assessment coordinators that their system facilitated compliance with NCATE Standard 2 and CAEP Standard 5.3 varied across the different requirements of these two standards.

Authors

• Saoussan Maarouf, Columbus State University

• Deirdre C. Greer, Columbus State University