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2006 Program Review for the Biology Department

2006 Program Review for the Biology Department. As a student-centered department, ARC Biology models life-long learning and reflective teaching practices. We do so in creative ways that support the efforts and aspirations of each department member so that our students may succeed.

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2006 Program Review for the Biology Department

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  1. 2006 Program Reviewfor theBiology Department

  2. As a student-centered department, ARC Biology models life-long learning and reflective teaching practices. We do so in creative ways that support the efforts and aspirations of each department member so that our students may succeed. Our Mission Statement • L • I • F • E • ife-long learning. We have a passion for our discipline and • sharing knowledge effectively with our students. • ntegrity. Our work is based on the expectation of excellence – in • ourselves, in our students, and in our responsibilities to the • department beyond the classroom. un! As a team, we create a collegial, supportive atmosphere. mbrace. We embrace the senses of curiosity, discovery and wonder in ourselves and in our students.

  3. Evolution involves: taking risks changing experimenting reviewing and modifying Program Review Findings Load analysis confirms that the Biology program has experienced significant growth in the last five years. Over the last 5 years our department has indeed EVOLVED! Biology WSCH has increased 33.0% (12696 vs. 9543), whereas the Biology FTE increased only 21.9% (26.25 vs. 20.483). The Biology department is producing more WSCH per FTE.

  4. The Biology program success rate is roughly similar to the ARC success rate. Program Review Findings

  5. The overall success rate of 84.5% for Science Skills students compared to 60.3% for non-Science Skills students is quite remarkable. Program Review Findings

  6. Laboratory Technicians Science Skills Center Instructional Assistants Community Partnerships $ Equipment GOALS OBJECTIVES More Laboratory Classrooms Field Trip Transportation Student needs/ Certificates

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