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Bachelor's in Biblical Studies
Biblical Studies Goals Assessment Table
Objective
Target (or benchmark)
Means of Assessment (instrument and logistics)
Outcome (results and implications)
Results Reviewed
Benchmark met?
Frequency - Collection dates
Apply a biblical worldview to guide life, ministry, and professional practice.
2
80% of alumni will note they engage in service related to advocacy, education, and empowerment to the poor and marginalized.
3-5 Year Alumni Survey (Q9)
“Have you been engaging in service related to education, advocacy, or empowerment for the poor and marginalized within the past year?”
2023 - 85% of students surveyed in 2023 (13 total) have continued to engage in service related to advocacy, education and empowerment .
2019 - 100% of students surveyed in 2019 (9 total) have continued to engage in service related to advocacy, education and empowerment .
July 2023. No changes required.
Yes
Frequency Every 3 Years
Last collection date: Spring 2023
Next collection date: Spring 2026
75% of students surveyed have had a job or internship that has allowed them to apply what they have learned in the classroom.
Student Perspectives Survey (Q180)
“Have you had an internship or job that allowed you to apply what you were learning in the classroom?”
2021 - 100% average score. 9 responses.
Yes
Frequency Every 3 Years
Last collection date: Fall 2021
Next collection date: Fall 2024
Communicate the truths of Scripture in a variety of contexts, in both written and verbal forms (including some exposure to cross-cultural contexts).
2
80% of students have taught in a cross cultural context during an Immersion Trip
Immersion II Field Report
- Immersion II
2024 - 5 out of the 7 Immersion II students scored “good” or above in teaching Scripture in a cross-cultural context. 86% of students on Immersion II taught Scripture abroad.
No changes at this time.
Yes
Frequency Embedded in Classes or Processes
Last collection date: 2024
Next collection date: Next time offered
90% median on Incognito Sermon with audience outside of the classroom
Incognito Sermon
- Principles of Preaching
In Fall Term 1 2021, 13 students averaged an 84.6% on the incognito sermon. 11 students scored a 100% and 2 received a 0%. The median score was 100%.
93% average score Fall Term 2 2020.
July 2023. We have decided the incognito sermon might not be the best due to the fact that of all the students that completed this received a 100%. We could also had a clear rubric to make sure it was effectively delivered.
No
Frequency Embedded in Classes or Processes
Last collection date: Fall Term 2 2021
Next collection date: Next time offered
Identify their gifts and discern how to use them to benefit their community.
2
80% of students will know how their particular gifts will equip them to ministry.
Exit Survey
- Administered with “Intent to graduate form”
Exit Survey was last administered the Fall of 2022. 100% of students (6/6) reported that they either believe it is “Very true” or “Mostly true” that they know how their gifts will equip them for ministry.
August 2023. No changes needed at this time.
Yes
Frequency Embedded in Classes or Processes
Last collection date: —
Next collection date: Spring 2024
80% median on the Interpersonal and Intrapersonal Final Project
Apostolic Mission & Interpersonal Development Paper
- The Body of Christ
In Spring Term 1, 2023, students received a 90% median on the final project. This was an 11% increase from previous offering. Upon review on Assessment Day, Summer 2023, it was determined that no action is needed on this target.
79.0% average in Spring 2018.
July 2023. We are very happy that 100% of students said that they know how to use their gifts for ministry.
Yes
Frequency Embedded in Classes or Processes
Last collection date: Spring 2023
Next collection date: Next time offered
Retain extensive knowledge of the Hebrew Scriptures and the New Testament.
2
Average score of at least 85% on Final Paper
Final Paper
- The Body of Christ
In Spring Term 1, 2023, students received a median score of 87% on the final paper rubric. This increase satisfied the target not previously met in 2021.
Average score of 80% (2018). Next offered in Spring 2021
2023. In talking to other faculty, we have discussed a program defense where students need to verbally explain biblical truths, recount narratives, and explain concepts related to community development from a biblical perspective. We would keep this objective, but this would allow us to better measure how it has been accomplished.
Yes
Frequency Embedded in Classes or Processes
Last collection date: Spring 2023
Next collection date: Next time offered
That seniors will score above national norms for Bible colleges on the ABHE Bible Knowledge Exam
ABHE Bible Knowledge Exam
- Entrance and exit examinations
Eight seniors completed the exam in Spring 2023. Their performance by category is compared to other ABHE schools below. Institute students performed above the national average in 7/10 categories. In two of the categories where Institute students performed below the national average (Pauline Epistles and Revelation), they were within 1% of equally the national average
July 2023. Reviewed the results of the ABHE exam and have no issues with our results. However, there is some concern that the text does not best fit the type of biblical literacy promoted. We discussed implementing some of the terminology that we might not currently use in the classroom.
For example, we believe that some students might be very familiar with Philippians 2, along with the implications it has with Christ, yet not identify it as the passage on the kenosis.
Yes
Frequency Embedded in Classes or Processes
Last collection date: Spring 2023
Next collection date: Fall 2023
Interpret Scripture in its original language using modern research tools
2
Median score of at least 85% on Greek Final exam.
Greek Exegesis Final Exam - Exegetical Tools for Greek
Fall Term 2 2020 avg of 80% on final exam.
August 2023. Would like to have one more cycle of data before changes. Have not offered Greek since 2020.
No
Frequency Embedded in Classes or Processes
Last collection date: Fall 2020
Next collection date: Next time offered
Median score of at least 85% on Hebrew Final exam.
Hebrew Exegesis Final Exam - Exegetical Tools for Hebrew
Final administered Fall 2 2021. A median score from 11 students of 88.6 meets the criteria for this target.
Yes
Frequency Embedded in Classes or Processes
Last collection date: Fall 2021
Next collection date: Next time offered
Pursue further studies in theology and ministry at the graduate level.
2
That 40% of bachelors graduates will enter a masters program
3-5 Year Alumni Survey (Q4)
“Since graduating from the Institute for G.O.D., have you applied to another degree program at an accredited school?”
2023 - 23% of students (3 of 13) surveyed in 2023 have applied to another program since graduating.
2019 - 12% of students surveyed in 2019 (9 total people) have applied to another degree at an accredited school.
July 2023. On Assessment Day, it was decided to remove the “accredited” word from the survey for future questions. We found this to be unreasonable clarification as an institution in pursuit of ABHE accreditation.
Although we have not achieved 40% of undergraduate students going to a graduate program, we have determined that this is still a good goal.
No
Frequency Every 3 Years
Last collection date: Spring 2023
Next collection date: Spring 2026
That 85% of graduates who have entered a masters program will be making adequate progress or have graduated.
3-5 Year Alumni Survey (Q4)
“Since graduating from the Institute for G.O.D., have you applied to another degree program at an accredited school?”
2023 - 100% of the 2023 respondents to answer “Yes” to pursuing further education (3 total) were accepted and are continuing progress toward their degree.
2019 - 100% of student enrolled (2019) in a higher degree program are maintaining adequate progress. See details here: 3-5 Year Alumni.
August 2023. No further data necessary.
Yes
Frequency Every 3 Years
Last collection date: Spring 2023
Next collection date: Spring 2026
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