Findings

Once the assessment tool has been used to measure outcomes, then the results need to be analyzed.  The resulting analysis should be shared and communicated effectively to the relevant members of the community. The stakeholders can use the results to reinforce or change the learning environment.

Use of Results

Decisions to change the learning environment may take many forms, such as, curricular modifications, pedagogical modifications, assessment approach modifications, outcomes modifications, and new ways of discussing and sharing assessment results.

Click here for helpful tips on using assessment results from the Middle States Handbook:

Student Learning Assessment: Options and Resources (2nd Edition, 2007) .