"Implications of a Smart Software to Measure the Graduate Attributes, Program Learning Outcomes and Course Learning Outcomes"

Abstract

Evolution of higher education institutions (HEIs) evidently depends upon its infrastructure, resources, facility and quality education, aimed to fulfil the institutional vision, mission, objectives and values. Various policies, procedures, bylaws, strategic, operational plans are meticulously drawn and stringently followed to mark accomplishments. Accomplishments are solely measured via delivery and attainment of quality envisioned traits termed as graduate attributes, program learning outcomes and course learning outcomes. These core traits are designed to meet the institutional expectations over long period. Although there have been various studies and indirect methods to track the efficacy and delivery of these core traits, what is most significantly lacking is a scientific approach to authentically measure these traits. Hence, critical problem to measure these traits withstands. Followed by years of consultation and research, understanding the need to develop an approach, we have developed a unique innovative software tool that follows an innovative and analytical methodology to scientifically quantity the distribution and achievement of these core traits. The software uses highly complex mathematical calculations applied on grades of formal assessments served as input and produces statistics to be analysed by academic experts to systematically determine the strengths and weaknesses of students, courses and academic programs.