The Development of Learning Assessment Competencies of New Faculty Members at Rangsit University in the 2024 Academic Year Using a Training Program

Abstract

This research aimed to compare the learning assessment competencies of new faculty members at Rangsit University before and after participating in a training program, and to study their satisfaction with the program. Nineteen new faculty members with 1-5 years of experience at Rangsit University in the 2024 academic year were selected using a purposive sampling method. Data were collected using: 1) a training program designed to enhance learning assessment competencies, 2) a 13-item learning assessment competencies self-assessment form (5-level rating scale, covering 3 sub-competency areas), and 3) a 5-level satisfaction assessment form. The Index of Item-Objective Congruence (IOC) for each item in these assessment forms and the training program was 1.00. Data were analyzed using (dependent samples t-tests and descriptive statistics.) The findings demonstrated a significant improvement in learning assessment competencies following the program (t = 64.79, p < 0.001 , with participants expressing high levels of satisfaction (Mean = 4.74 , SD = 0.12 ).