Mapping Outcomes

The  Mapping  feature in Nuventive allows you to align program outcomes with university learning outcomes, curriculum courses, and (if applicable) specialized accreditors. You can complete mapping in two ways: through the  Mapping menu  or within  Outcomes, Methods, and Findings . 

 

 Video Tutorial 

 Watch:  Mapping This short video walks you through both mapping options and how to align outcomes effectively. 

 

 Steps to Access Mapping 

 

 

 Navigate to Mapping 

 

 In the  left-hand menu , go to  Assessment  →  Mapping . 

 

 

 

 Choose a Mapping Option 

 

 Under  Mapping Alignment and Options , use the dropdown menu. 

 Options may include:

 

 University Learning Outcomes 

 Curriculum Mapping 

 Specialized Accreditor  (if applicable) 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 Alternative Mapping Access 

 

 Navigate to  Outcomes, Methods, and Findings . 

 Double-click an  outcome  → go to the  Outcome Alignment  tab. 

 View and edit:

 

 University Learning Outcomes 

 Curriculum Map 

 

 

 This view is more granular, focusing on a single outcome. 

 

 

 University Learning Outcomes Mapping 

 

 Align each  program outcome  to one or more  university learning outcomes  listed on the left. 

 Use the  Contributes  option to indicate alignment. 

 Click  Save  when finished. 

 

 

 Curriculum Mapping 

 

 Ensure all  program courses  are listed on the left. 

 If courses are missing or incorrect:

 

 Click the  vertical ellipses  →  Assign Courses . 

 Search and select courses from Banner. 

 Click  Save  and  Close . 

 

 

 Return to the curriculum map and use the  key at the top :

 

 I  = Introduced 

 R  = Reinforced 

 M  = Mastered 

 A  = Assessed 

 

 

 Apply the most accurate designation for each  course-outcome combination .

 Tip:  Only  A (Assessed)  should appear more than once in a category. 

 

 

 

 Specialized Accreditor Mapping 

 

 If your program has specialized accreditation, follow the same process as above for mapping outcomes to accreditor standards. 

 

 

 Note:  Accurate mapping not only aligns your outcomes with institutional goals—it also powers dashboard visualizations and supports reporting tools in later stages of the assessment cycle. 

 

 Need Help? 

 Contact the  Office of Accreditation and Assessment : Phone: (870) 972-2989 Location: Room 610, Dean B. Ellis Library Email:  klee@astate.edu 

 

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