Key Evaluation
Key evaluation questions (KEQs) and Tertiary Evaluation Indicators are the main tools of external evaluation and review. Along with performance criteria, these tools are used to reach judgements about educational performance and capability in self-assessment.
Outcome questions
Outcome questions focus on the value of the outcomes achieved in tertiary education.
1. How well do learners achieve?
Possible sources of evidence
- Learner achievement data (retentions, completions etc)
Destination data
Feedback from learners, staff and other interested communities or individuals
Outcome information
Relevant sets of Tertiary Evaluation Indicators
- Outcomes for learners and communities
Fostering effective learning environments
Minimising barriers to learning
Managing change strategically
Assessment supports learning
Organisational purpose and direction
2. What is the value of the outcomes for key stakeholders, including learners?
Possible sources of evidence
- Analysis of stakeholders feedback and graduate data
Graduate satisfaction feedback
Outcome information
Employment data
Destination data
Analysis of sector benchmarking information
Relevant sets of Tertiary Evaluation Indicators
- Assessment supports learning
Outcomes for learners and communities
Engaging with communities
Providing relevant programmes
Managing change
Process questions
Process questions focus on the quality and value of the key contributing processes in tertiary education.
3. How well do programmes and activities match the needs of learners and other stakeholders?
Possible sources of evidence
- Results of analysis of stakeholder feedback
Entry requirements for course and programmes
Employer feedback on graduates
Feedback from graduates in employment
Learner achievement information (trends over time)
Relevant sets of Tertiary Evaluation Indicators
- Minimising barriers to learning
Assessment supports learning
Engaging with communities
Providing relevant programmes
Managing change strategically
Organisational purpose and direction
4. How effective is the teaching?
Possible sources of evidence
Learner feedback on teaching
Results of peer observation of teaching
Feedback from stakeholders
Interviews with staff and learners
Teaching and learning plans
Relevant sets of Tertiary Evaluation Indicators
Fostering effective learning environments
Minimising barriers to learning
Assessment supports learning
Managing change strategically
5. How well are learners guided and supported?
Possible sources of evidence Learner feedback on learning environment
Feedback on learner support services
Analysis of information on non-completion rates (attritions)
Learner destination data
Learner and staff opinion
Relevant sets of Tertiary Evaluation Indicators
- Facilitating learning pathways
Assessment supports learning
Fostering effective learning environments
6. How effective are governance and management in supporting educational achievement?
Possible sources of evidence
- Reports, minutes and records of the activities of the governance body
Records and reports of consultation e.g. with whānau, communities, employers, business
Strategic and business plans with evidence of the approach to meeting identified needs and aspirations
Relevant sets of Tertiary Evaluation Indicators
- Engaging with communities
Managing change strategically
Organisational purpose and direction