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NCA Self-Study

Join us on our university-wide effort as we prepare for a comprehensive review by the Higher Learning Commission. Our self-study process, new criteria, strategic planning, and engagement accomplishments are highlighted. Discover our story!

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NCA Self-Study

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  1. NCA Self-Study Task Force Orientation

  2. Institutional Accreditation • Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools • One of six regional accrediting organizations recognized by U.S. Department of Education • PEAQ: Program to Evaluate and Advance Quality • Comprehensive Review every 10 Years—last review in 1997 • May 2005 Focused Visit– Request for Institutional Change

  3. Preparing for Comprehensive Review • University-wide effort • Comprehensive self-study report • Site visit in Fall 2007 • Organizational Strategy • Self Study Team • Self Study Steering Committee • Criterion Task Forces • Timeline: • April 2006 Task Force Work Complete • Fall 2006 Draft Self Study Document • Spring 2007 Publish Self Study Document

  4. Self Study Goals • Demonstrate Fulfillment of Criteria for Accreditation • 10 Year Renewal – no interim reports/visits • Reflect on Critical Issues and Identify Directions for Future

  5. The New Criteria • Mission and Integrity • Preparing for the Future • Student Learning and Effective Teaching • Acquisition, Discovery and Application of Knowledge • Engagement and Service

  6. New Criteria for Accreditation • Shift from Retrospective to Prospective Orientation • Focus on Institutional Effectiveness NOT Compliance with Prescriptive Standards • Focused on Learning • Foster Engagement and Connection

  7. Accomplishments • Strategic Planning & Budgeting • Institutional Data & Research • Assessment of Student Learning • General Education • We have a great story to tell!

  8. Self-Study Process & Role of Task Forces • Self Study Team: Leadership • Steering Committee: Orchestrates Campus Engagement in Self-study • Task Forces: • Review Evidence • Evaluate Fulfillment of Criteria • Resources: • Web site: www.nau.edu/accreditation • Web CT Course • Evidence Inventory • Data Integrity Policy

  9. THANK YOU !!

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