Signature Assignment #2
Project Overview: Program Evaluation and SWOT Analysis \u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0It is critical that teachers develop proficiency in the area of program evaluation. The SWOT analysis technique is widely employed in organizational settings and can be a useful tool in guiding decision-making. In Signature Assignment #2, you will complete an evaluation of your PE program in relation to current alignment or misalignment with position statements, best practices, and policies (federal\/state\/local). You will conduct a modified SWOT analysis of your PE programs using SHAPE America\u2019s Physical Education Program Checklist to identify opportunities and the areas for improvement, identify existing assets to support or strengthen identified areas of need, and prioritize action items for future growth. Signature Assignment #2 is associated with content presented in PET 585 Module 2.
RequirementsStep 1: Conduct Program Evaluation. Access and review the various local, state, and national policies. These may include SHAPE America documents or documents obtained from the state board of education or local board of education websites. Once acquired, generate a list and description (formal name\/number and key aspects) of the local, state, and national policies that affect you professionally. Later, you will be asked to analyze your program\u2019s current alignment with each of the policies you have noted.
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Step 2: Complete SHAPE America PE Program Checklist (linked in Module and below in Resources). Revisit the Essential Components of Physical Education document for clarification on terminology, etc. Complete the SHAPE America Physical Education Program Checklist. As you work through the checklist, indicate whether program elements are in place (Yes), not in place (No), or In Progress. Provide an explanation for each assessment (Y, N or IP). Describe the degree of completion, details of completion (when, where, how, etc.), or known\/possible threats to not achieving the component. <\/p>\n
Step 3: Generate Written Executive Summary. Summarize the results from the PE Program Checklist into a four-part SWOT matrix to graphically represent up to five items in each category. Provide a written summary of items within each category (SWOT), include alignment with policies, best practices, and critical data-based recommendations. Identify current assets and needs for future growth. <\/p>\n
Step 4: Synthesize Results in Adobe Spark Slideshow. Using the information from the Executive Summary, visually represent your results to reflect appropriate strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats with policies, recommendations, and guidance documents. Identify current assets and needs for future growth. The purpose of doing this is to illustrate how your program currently aligns with or could be enhanced to align with policies and data-informed recommendations outlined by federal and national agencies\/organizations.
Module Deliverables\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0The assignment submission will include the completed PE Program Checklist, a written executive summary of the findings and a link to an Adobe Spark (Slideshow) visual representation of findings.\u00a0
Signature Assignment #2: Written Executive Summary and Adobe Spark SlideshowWritten Executive Summary and Adobe Spark Slideshow Submission Instructions
On the date specified in the Course Calendar in your eCampus course, submit the Written Executive Summary to the Signature Assignments Folder>Signature Assignment 2 in eCampus. <\/p>\n
Please follow the appropriate naming convention for saving your document (\u201cFirstInitial_LastName_SA2.docx\u201d). <\/p>\n
Select Browse My Computer and attach your file.\u00a0 <\/p>\n
In the text box of your Assignment, paste your published URL of your Spark Slideshow. <\/p>\n
Select Submit to finish. <\/p>\n
ResourcesSHAPE America PE Program Checklist <\/p>\n
SAMPLE completed PE Program Checklist with rationale (WVU Login Required) <\/p>\n
CDC School Health Index Elementary SHI PA\/PE Program Worksheet <\/p>\n
CDC School Health Index Secondary SHI PA\/PE Program Worksheet <\/p>\n
Adobe Spark Resources <\/p>\n
GradingGrading rubrics will be housed in eCampus and for reference, grading criteria are listed below. Signature Assignment #2 is worth a total of 30 points.\u00a0
Submitted PE Program Checklist \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 ______\/5
Completed PE Program Checklist is submitted with comments\/rationale and each component is assessed. <\/p>\n
Programmatic Strengths (Internal) \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 ______\/5
Identify and describe up to 5 strengths – positive attributes (tangible and\/or intangible) internal to your program and within your control. <\/p>\n
Evaluate strengths based on review of resources and completion of the Program Checklist \u2013 provide reference in APA format <\/p>\n
Programmatic Weaknesses (Internal)\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 ______\/5
Identify and describe up to 5 weaknesses \u2013 negative aspects internal to your program within your control and need to be addressed\/improved. <\/p>\n
Evaluate weaknesses based on review of resources and completion of the Program Checklist \u2013 provide reference in APA format <\/p>\n
Opportunities (External)\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 ______\/5
Identify and describe up to 5 opportunities \u2013 external factors that if adopted could potentially increase the quality, reach or growth of your program. <\/p>\n
Evaluate opportunities based on review of resources and completion of the Program Checklist \u2013 provide reference in APA format <\/p>\n
Threats (External)\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 ______\/5
Identify and describe up to 5 threats \u2013 external challenges or factors that that threaten the quality, reach or growth of your program. <\/p>\n
Evaluate threats based on review of resources and completion of the Program Checklist \u2013 provide reference in APA format. <\/p>\n
Implications\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0 ______\/5
Compare internal strengths and weaknesses to the external opportunities and threats. Respond to the following prompts:
How can you use the strengths to take advantage of the opportunities ahead and minimize the harm that threats may introduce if they were to become a reality? <\/p>\n
How can weaknesses be minimized or eliminated? <\/p>\n
How can opportunities become a reality? <\/p>\n
What are two observations from this analysis that you will share with a colleague, administrator, or school board member? Describe a potential plan of action for sharing this information and what an ideal or desired outcome of the exchange of information would be. <\/p>\n
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Demonstrates complete adherence to the guidelines that were provided for that section and the quality of writing is exemplary.
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Demonstrates considerable adherence to the guidelines that were provided for that section and the quality of writing is good.
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Demonstrates partial adherence to the guidelines that were provided for that section and the quality of writing is average.
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Demonstrates little adherence to the guidelines that were provided for that section and the quality of writing is marginal.
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Demonstrates no adherence to the guidelines that were provided for that section and the quality of writing is poor.
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No response\/task not attempted <\/p>\n
ExpectationsYou must impress on all fronts: subject knowledge (substance), quality of your Written Executive Summary and Spark documents (organization and coherence), and professionalism. <\/p>\n
Appropriate, relevant content. The content must be appropriate\/relevant to the project at hand and it must include all of the requirements posted above. <\/p>\n
Application of course concepts. You must connect your background information to course concepts, where appropriate. <\/p>\n
Aesthetics. <\/p>\n
Formatting (spacing, colors, fonts, styles, headings, etc.): Are they appealing and appropriate? <\/p>\n
Visuals\/Images\/Media: How well did you use these throughout the presentation? Are they high quality? Are they copyright free? <\/p>\n
Design (layout, readability, alignment): Is the design appealing and appropriate? <\/p>\n
Craftsmanship\/Quality: Is your finished product high quality? Consider grammar, spelling, punctuation. <\/p>\n
Any questions?Feel free to post questions regarding the Semester-Long Project to the General Questions Discussion Forum. While you are there, feel free to post your own responses if you are able to help a classmate. (Remember, for questions personal in nature, please contact your instructor.)<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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