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Peer reviewedParlee, N. A. D. – Academe: Bulletin of the AAUP, 1979
The Outside World Experience (OWE) Index--a weighted index of industrial, government, business, consulting, or other experience outside academia--is discussed as an important assessment measure for department faculty. Formulas for calculating the OWE Index as applied to schools, departments, and individual faculty members are included. (SF)
Descriptors: College Faculty, Department Heads, Departments, Evaluation Methods
Peer reviewedMilton, Ohmer – Journal of Veterinary Medical Education, 1979
The benefits of using essay tests rather than objective tests in professional education programs are discussed. Essay tests offer practice in writing, creativity and formal communications. Guidelines for using and scoring a sample essay test in biology are presented. (BH)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Biology, Educational Objectives, Essay Tests
