Assessment Based on the Principles of TQM

Anthony Grasha has indicated that in reality, assessment techniques should actually analyze and examine the interaction between the two key players, namely the student and instructor. Many tools used in assessment of learning often document students' knowledge. However, they do not examine how classroom practices have contributed to specific learning outcomes. Traditional methods for evaluating teaching typically examine instructional practices but often ignore how those practices have actually contributed toward influencing students' intellectual development. Assessment practices throughout the country are experiencing a state of rapid transition. One of the main objectives is to document the desired competency and strengthen students' professional development to instill a desire and motivate an ambition for lifelong learning. The author has previously reported on twelve assessment techniques that can probably be utilized in any modern academic environment. The author believes that these twelve techniques, combined with the ten principles of Total Quality Management can guide the instructor with several paths that can be chosen according to their discipline.