MISSION & GOALS OF THE DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHOLOGY
2002-2003
The original mission and goals of the Department of
Psychology were completed as part of Phase II of its Program Evaluation
in 1995. The Department revised its mission and goals in January,
1997, May, 1998, January, 1999, and January 2001 to better reflect
the program emphasis desired by the department faculty. All goals,
issues, and accomplishments that have been modified in the past
year or were part of the department report for the first time in
the 2002-2003 academic year are italicized.
Mission
The Psychology Department provides academically sound courses that
promote knowledge of psychological concepts, issues, methods, theories,
applications, and critical thinking.
Goals & Objectives for Year
1. Students learn the basic principles and applications of psychology,
and develop critical thinking skills.
Objectives:
a. Provide students with information pertaining to expected learning
outcomes for each course.
b. Use a variety of methods and techniques designed to provide optimal
learner success in a learner centered environment.
c. Student learning outcomes are periodically assessed in each course
to provide students with feedback concerning their performance in
the course.
d. Conduct periodic course-wide student academic assessments to determine
how well students are learning course competencies.
e. Continue to promote and actively use the psychology department
"Student Retention Program," which offers students special
strategies for maximizing retention in their classes.
2. Collaborate with other departments and programs at Phoenix College
and in the community to provide psychology courses that meet their
needs.
a. Meet with relevant department(s) to develop appropriate curriculum,
including Nursing, Health Enhancement, & Athletics.
b. Develop alternative delivery, "special topic, " and "short-subject"
courses to meet community needs, including teacher training, behavioral
health training, weight control, dealing with terrorism, parent-child
relationships.
3. Recruit students to the psychology program for personal, social,
and occupational development and for careers in psychology.
Objectives:
a. Update and disseminate professional brochure for psychology program.
b. Continue to participate in Phoenix College outreach program.
c. Continue to distribute materials for psychology program current
and potential students.
d. Continue to hold "open house" for current and prospective
students.
e. Collaborate with Advisement Center to ensure seamless transfer
to colleges and universities.
4. Recruit and retain qualified faculty and staff.
Objectives:
a. Identification and recruitment of faculty candidates who have the
qualifications for psychology course/program needs.
b. Hire new faculty member in year 02-03 to meet special program needs
created by retirement of residential faculty member in 2002.
c. Provide special services and support for adjunct faculty, to assist
them in providing the highest quality instruction and services for
their students.
5. Encourage and support the professional development of the department's
faculty and staff.
Objectives:
a. Further develop and implement the faculty development program.
b. Provide support and training for residential and adjunct faculty
in the use of various methods for teaching and learning.
c. Provide residential and adjunct faculty with information about
professional development opportunities.
6. Review courses, programs, faculty, and staff to ensure quality
and relevance of offerings to meet diverse student and community needs.
Objectives:
a. Continue to assess student academic outcomes.
b. Continue to administer student evaluations of faculty and courses.
c. Continue to assess student academic needs.
d. Administer adjunct faculty evaluations of department services.
e. Update course offerings to meet the needs of students and the community.
f. Articulate courses and program with other colleges & universities
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