"An assurance of learning success model: toward closing the feedback lo" by Bonita L. Betters-Reed, Mindell Reiss Nitkins et al.

Organization Management Journal

Article Title

An assurance of learning success model: toward closing the feedback loop

Authors

Bonita L. Betters-Reed, Simmons College
Mindell Reiss Nitkins, Simmons College
Susan D. Sampson, Simmons College

Abstract

This paper provides a systemic approach to building and sustaining a solid assurance of learning program using the framework of Kotter’s (1995) Strategic Model for Transforming Organizations. A comprehensive model for launching and sustaining a systemic approach to program review that ‘‘closes the loop’’ is shared step by step. Particular attention is paid to the organizational behaviors and processes that accompany each step, and to sharing important lessons that were learned. A review of the assessment literature in higher education and recent Advancement of Collegiate Schools of Business International (AACSB) contributions to this body of knowledge identifies a critical gap regarding models that ‘‘close the loop’’ and make a compelling case for the Simmons College model.

Recommended Citation

Betters-Reed, Bonita L.; Nitkins, Mindell Reiss; and Sampson, Susan D. (2008) "An assurance of learning success model: toward closing the feedback loop," Organization Management Journal: Vol. 5: Iss. 4, Article 8.
Available at: https://scholarship.shu.edu/omj/vol5/iss4/8

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