Office of Accreditation and Assessment
The Office of Accreditation and Assessment
The mission of the Office of Accreditation and Assessment (OAA) is to cultivate and nurture the culture of data-informed and action-oriented decisions for continuous improvement and innovation in student learning, support and services. OAA is committed to providing leadership as well as serve as a resource for planning and implementation of institutional, academic and non-instructional units assessment, program review, and accreditation efforts to advance Kean University’s dual mission of excellence and access.
The OAA coordinates with the University Senate’s Assessment Committee to plan, implement, and evaluate professional development workshops, seminars, panels, and online assistance which focuses on student learning outcomes and institutional effectiveness.
Kean University Assessment Process-Flow Chart
OAA Resources:
For further details on the following topics, kindly click on the respective links provided below. Should you require additional information or have any inquiries, please don't hesitate to reach out.
- Watermark - Identify Ways to Improve, Evolve and Empower Student Learning Outcomes
- Please click on the link to view: Watermark - Video
- Faculty Course Evaluations - Maximizing Results and Making Meaningful Changes
- Please click on the link to view: Course Evaluations
- Comprehensive Guidelines: OAA Accreditation Protocols
- Please click on the link to view: Accreditation Related Procedures
- Monday.com - Learn How to Plan, Track and Manage Your Accreditation
- Please click on the link to view: Monday.com
- Additional resources: Login Instructions - Explanation of Fields
Moon Shot for Equity Hackathon
The Moon Shot for Equity Steering Committee is launching a multi-phase Equity Hackathon to advance Kean’s commitment to innovation and equity. Kicking off in mid-September, the Hackathon invites the campus community to propose solutions for addressing equity gaps in student outcomes and experiences. The initiative will culminate in formal pitches at the March 2025 Mid-Year Convocation. Join us for lunch at the 2024 Assessment Summit for more details!