2015-2016 Comprehensive Program Review Form and Instructions ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES San José City College INSTRUCTIONS: Please find below the form that includes the specific elements that should be included in the Comprehensive Program Review. Feel free to include additional information or documentation as you deem necessary. When identifying and analyzing trends and compliance regulations, be certain that these are current, occurring during program review cycle. The document should be written so that it is clear to external reviewers (members of the Academic Senate, College Planning Council, and Finance Committee) who may not be familiar with special terms, acronyms, regulations and compliance issues. The purposes of a program review are improvement, alignment with established objectives, and planning for the future. The program review process provides opportunities for programs to review accomplishments, examine their strengths and weaknesses, and develop plans through which improvements can be achieved. Program review conclusions and recommendations will be used in department, division, College, and strategic planning processes as well. While the guidelines may be adapted to meet the needs of a particular program/department, they should be followed as closely as possible. The Office of Research and Institutional Effectiveness, the Dean/Manager, and/or the SJCC Research Analyst can assist the department in locating the quantitative information and data needed. Descriptions and data are important in order for readers to understand the Program Review conclusions and recommendations. It is essential that careful analysis be provided in order to extract the maximum value from the process. This includes not only an examination of trends from the past to present but projections into the future. Since this is a process for self-improvement, it is encouraged that the Program Review delves into the important future challenges and opportunities for the program and takes advantage of both self-reflection and dialogue among administrators, faculty and staff. A word of caution is in order regarding solving problems or making improvements exclusively with the use of new resources. Program review is not an opportunity to list what the program can do only if the funds become available. It is expected that many solutions and improvements can be accomplished with careful planning and a focus on the most effective use of existing resources. 2015-2016 Comprehensive Program Review
2015-2016 Comprehensive Program Review Form and Instructions ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES San José City College INSTRUCTIONS: Please find below the form that includes the specific elements that should be included in the Comprehensive Program Review. Feel free to include additional information or documentation as you deem necessary. When identifying and analyzing trends and compliance regulations, be certain that these are current, occurring during program review cycle. The document should be written so that it is clear to external reviewers (members of the Academic Senate, College Planning Council, and Finance Committee) who may not be familiar with special terms, acronyms, regulations and compliance issues. The purposes of a program review are improvement, alignment with established objectives, and planning for the future. The program review process provides opportunities for programs to review accomplishments, examine their strengths and weaknesses, and develop plans through which improvements can be achieved. Program review conclusions and recommendations will be used in department, division, College, and strategic planning processes as well. While the guidelines may be adapted to meet the needs of a particular program/department, they should be followed as closely as possible. The Office of Research and Institutional Effectiveness, the Dean/Manager, and/or the SJCC Research Analyst can assist the department in locating the quantitative information and data needed. Descriptions and data are important in order for readers to understand the Program Review conclusions and recommendations. It is essential that careful analysis be provided in order to extract the maximum value from the process. This includes not only an examination of trends from the past to present but projections into the future. Since this is a process for self-improvement, it is encouraged that the Program Review delves into the important future challenges and opportunities for the program and takes advantage of both self-reflection and dialogue among administrators, faculty and staff. A word of caution is in order regarding solving problems or making improvements exclusively with the use of new resources. Program review is not an opportunity to list what the program can do only if the funds become available. It is expected that many solutions and improvements can be accomplished with careful planning and a focus on the most effective use of existing resources. 2015-2016 Comprehensive Program Review