Quantitative Literacy is the ability to perform accurate calculations, interpret quantitative information, apply and analyze relevant numerical data, and use results to support conclusions. Degree graduates will calculate, interpret, and use numerical and quantitative information in a variety of settings.
The following courses were planned to be used to assess Quantitative Literacy during the 2019-2020 and 2022-2023 academic years.
- MTH 111 Basic Technical Mathematics
Student Learning Outcomes
Calculate: Students will accurately solve mathematical problems.
Method
Rubric scoring of student work samples (ten calculation questions throughout the semester on various quizzes or exams)
Criteria of Success
At least 60% of students will score a 3 or higher out of 5 on a rubric.
Results
2019-2020:
No assessment data reported.
2022-2023:
No assessment data reported.
Sample
2019-2020:
Not reported.
2022-2023:
Not reported.
- MTH 130 Fundamentals of Reasoning
Student Learning Outcomes
Calculate: Students will accurately solve mathematical problems.
Apply & Analyze: Students will draw relevant conclusions from quantitative analysis of data.
Method
Rubric scoring of student work samples (five calculation questions and five apply and analyze questions)
Criteria of Success
At least 60% of students will score a 3 or higher out of 5 on a rubric.
Results
2019-2020:
Calculate Results:
95% scored at least the 60% goal set.Apply & Analyze Results:
89% scored at least the 60% goal set.2022-2023:
Calculate Results:
65% scored at least the 60% goal set.Apply & Analyze Results:
65% scored at least the 60% goal set.Sample
2019-2020:
24 students out of 25 enrolled.
2022-2023:
8 students out of 12 enrolled.
Use of Results for Continuous Improvement
2019-2020:
Introduce more test taking strategies to improve scores.
2022-2023:
An area identified for improvement is enhancing Financial Literacy by using percentages, ratios, proportions, and Descriptive Statistics concepts.
- MTH 154 Quantitative Reasoning
Student Learning Outcomes
Calculate: Students will accurately solve mathematical problems.
Apply & Analyze: Students will draw relevant conclusions from quantitative analysis of data.
Method
Rubric scoring of student work samples (five calculation questions and five apply and analyze questions)
Criteria of Success
At least 60% of students will score a 3 or higher out of 5 on a rubric.
Results
2019-2020:
Calculate Results:
21 out of 45 (46.7%) scored at least 3 out of 5 on the rubric.Apply & Analyze Results:
24 out of 45 (53.3%) scored at least 3 out of 5 on the rubric.2022-2023:
Calculate Results:
64% scored at least 3 out of 5 on the rubric.Apply & Analyze Results:
62 scored at least 3 out of 5 on the rubric.Sample
2019-2020:
45 students out of 45 enrolled.
2022-2023:
42 students out of 85 enrolled. Some faculty did not report results.
Use of Results for Continuous Improvement
2019-2020:
Two of the most common mistakes students made were not converting percent into decimals and not being able to find period rate. More in-class practice is needed. Also, students will be referred for tutoring help more frequently. Next, students often had difficulty writing mathematical steps using proper notation and providing a justification for their answers. Therefore, we will include additional assignment problems to give more practice.
2022-2023:
Results indicate the following area for improvement: ratios, proportions, conversion equations, set theory, and logic problems. Instructors can practically improve these areas by emphasizing financial literacy (interest, borrowing, and investing), logic, set theory, and problem-solving strategies.
- MTH 155 Statistical Reasoning
Student Learning Outcomes
Calculate: Students will accurately solve mathematical problems.
Apply & Analyze: Students will draw relevant conclusions from quantitative analysis of data.
Method
Rubric scoring of student work samples (five calculation questions and five interpretation questions)
Criteria of Success
At least 60% of students will score a 3 or higher out of 5 on a rubric.
Results
2019-2020:
Calculate Results:
88% scored at least the 60% (3 out of 5) goal set.Interpret Results:
86% scored at least the 60% (3 out of 5) goal set.2022-2023:
Calculate Results:
66 out of 94 (70%) scored at least the 60% (3 out of 5) goal set.Interpret Results:
66 out of 94 (70%) scored at least the 60% (3 out of 5) goal set.Sample
2019-2020:
60 students out of 64 enrolled.
2022-2023:
94 students out of 190 enrolled. Some faculty did not report results.
Use of Results for Continuous Improvement
2019-2020:
Introduce test taking strategies to the class.
2022-2023:
Results indicate areas for improvement: solving probability problems, confidence intervals, and calculating normal probability distribution problems.