Outcome-Based Education (OBE): What is it all about?

PolyU has committed, in its Strategic Plan, to the provision of a holistic education that is outcome-based.  This 3-session series aims to introduce to new teachers the fundamental concept of Outcome-Based Education (OBE) and explains to them how OBE is implemented at PolyU.   

Session 1: Articulating Intended Learning Outcomes

Facilitator: Angela Ho, EDC
Date:22 Nov 2010
Time:12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Venue:TU616

This session provides an overview of the model of OBE adopted at PolyU. It presents in a nutshell the fundamental concepts and key elements of outcome-based education in a 4-stage model.

 

The session also addresses the meaning of ‘learning outcomes’ and the writing of outcome statements. Learning outcomes expected of PolyU students will be discussed. 

Session 2: Achieving Intended Learning Outcomes

Facilitator: Angela Ho, EDC
Date:29 Nov 2010
Time:12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Venue:TU616

This session focuses on designing teaching, learning and assessment which can effectively help students to achieve the intended learning outcomes.

Session 3: Assessing Learning Outcomes and Improving Student Learning

Facilitator: Angela Ho, EDC
Date:06 Dec 2010
Time:12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Venue:TU616

This session explains PolyU’s learning outcomes assessment plan (LOAP) and discusses how it can help colleagues to improve student learning.

EDC Coordinator: Angela Ho