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Developing a QEP that is Relevant to the Institutional Vision and Mission. Dr. Robert R. Bell, PRESIDENT Dr. Leo McGee, Associate Vice-President Dr. Barry S. Stein, Director of Planning Tennessee Technological University. SACS/COC 2005. Overview. Building an Effective QEP Team
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Developing a QEP that is Relevant to the Institutional Vision and Mission Dr. Robert R. Bell, PRESIDENT Dr. Leo McGee, Associate Vice-President Dr. Barry S. Stein, Director of Planning Tennessee Technological University SACS/COC 2005
Overview • Building an Effective QEP Team • Developing a Vision & Strategic Plan • Stages of QEP Development L
Building an Effective QEP TeamImportant Characteristics • Commitment to Institution • Open to opinions of others • Willing to try new ideas and not intimidated by change • Energetic, task oriented, and congenial L
Leadership Skills • An Engaged President • Recognition of QEP as a Useful Strategic Goal Other Skills
Tennessee Technological University • Enrollment • 7255 Undergraduate • 2058 Graduate • Employees 2000 • Budget = $127,296,800
Alignment of Planning TasksThe Perfect Storm University Vision SACS QEP Student Learning New State Planning Requirements B
Development ProcessA Three Year Effort New Vision & Mission New Strategic Plan TTU QEP
Developing a VisionPitfalls to Avoid • Excluding Important Constituents • No Real Focus – No Real Implications • Slogans without Substance
Developing a Vision Broad Campus & Alumni Involvement Core Idea
Examine Strengths, Weaknesses, and Opportunities Strengths Student Perceptions of University Employer Perceptions of Graduates Dedicated Faculty Research Powerhouse Athletics Powerhouse Funding
Emergence of a TTU Theme Outstanding Student Success Dedicated Faculty Quality Graduates Public Ivy Experience
TTU Vision “TTU will be one of the best universities in the nation through a commitment to the life-long success of our students”
Implications of Vision Increased Alumni Involvement & Giving Life-long Success Students’ 1st Choice National Recognition Improved Community/Regional/State Success
Vision Life-long Success of Our Students Strategic Focus Increase Alumni Engagement Increase Student Engagement Increase External Support Increase Awareness of Success QEP - Improve Student Learning
Organizational Structure Leadership Team Compliance Committee QEP Committee Steering Committee University
QEP Committee Composition Assessment/Planning Expert Students (2) Faculty (7) - Innovators in Teaching & Service (all academic divisions)
Elements of a Successful QEP Improving Student Learning Broad Campus Involvement Effective Methods of Assessment Supports Vision/ Goals of Institution Supported by Research Findings Identified Weakness
Goals of QEP Committee Identify Weaknesses in Student Learning Suggest Topics & Strategies Vision Improved Life-long Success
Phase I Identify Weaknesses with Assessment Data Employer Surveys Teaching Evaluations - Objectives Selected Teaching Evaluations - Progress Ratings Enrolled Student Surveys Alumni Surveys General Education Test Results
Phase IIMaximizing Involvement in Process Focus Groups QEP Topics Critical Thinking Problem Solving Creative Thinking Communication Teamwork Skills Life-long Learning SGA Faculty Senate Feedback Deans’ Council SACS Steering Committee
Feedback on QEP TopicsSkills Graduates need for Success # 1 for Faculty = Critical Thinking # 1 for Students = Real World Problem Solving # 1 from Employer Survey = Problem Solving
Narrowing the QEP FocusMaximizing Participation Improve critical thinking/real world problem solving skills through the use of active learning strategies. • With emphasis on communication skills • With emphasis on teamwork skills • With emphasis on creative thinking
Phase IV: Analysis of Campus InputWhat was Learned: • Areas of emphasis broadened participation • Some Units Submitted Good Ideas • Some Units did not
Adjustments to Process Stimulate More Faculty Involvement Teaching/learning Enhancement Grants for Faculty/Staff • Replicate TTU’s Best Practices in New Areas • Incentives for sharing best practices and mentoring
Thank You SACS/COC 2005