Actionable Student Learning Outcomes

Making Student Learning Outcomes (SLO) Assessment Meaningful and Actionable

This briefing document summarizes key takeaways and advice from Friday SLO Talks, hosted by California Outcomes Assessment Coordinators’ Hub (COACHES), focused on making SLO assessment meaningful and actionable.

Main Themes:

• Collaboration and Support: Engaging with colleagues and networks like COACHES is crucial for sharing ideas, strategies, and mitigating the feeling of isolation often associated with SLO work.
• Focus on Learning: SLOs should be approached as a tool to enhance student learning, not simply a bureaucratic requirement. The goal is to equip students with skills and knowledge that benefit them beyond the classroom.
• Utilizing Resources: A wide range of re ...