Course review process
Course Alignment
Once approved to teach as a Dual Credit High School Faculty member, high school teachers are paired with a Dual Credit Faculty Liaison to work collaboratively to ensure alignment with 51°µÍø course outcomes, review your course content, recommend resources, textbooks, etc. and ensure your course schedule and outcomes aligns with 51°µÍø’s Course Content and Outcomes Guides (CCOGs).
Course alignment
- Comparable rigor and assessment
- Consistent student learning experience
- Ongoing course quality and academic integrity
Course Assessment
Course Assessments verify that high school Dual Credit courses are consistent with 51°µÍø’s academic expectations. They also foster collaboration between high school instructors and 51°µÍø faculty, promoting professional development and ensuring students receive a college-level education.
Assessment components
- Classroom observation(s): The 51°µÍø Dual Credit Faculty Liaison visits the high school class to observe instruction and classroom dynamics.
- Syllabus and materials review: Evaluation of the course maters and teaching materials to ensure alignment with 51°µÍø’s curriculum
- Review of graded student work: Analysis of student assignments and assessments to confirm that grading standards meet college-level expectations.
- Workshops: Participating in workshops may be recommended to address specific areas for improvement and/or to share best practices.