Title

Affecting institutionalization: Assessment of student learning in Africana studies

Abstract

This essay provides an overview of the current context and role of assessment in higher education. It also illuminates assessment efforts within the discipline of Africana studies. The essay seeks to stimulate conversations on assessing learning outcomes within the discipline of Africana studies by examining an assessment model created by the National Council for Black Studies Commission on Assessment, Program Review, and Accreditation.

Department(s)

English

Document Type

Article

DOI

https://doi.org/10.1177/0021934706294489

Keywords

Africana studies, Assessment, Higher education, Learning outcomes, National Council for Black Studies

Publication Date

9-1-2008

Journal Title

Journal of Black Studies

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