Assessment Categories

Title Code Description
It has a good relationship with the local community and other stakeholders A13 What does the institution provide for the local community and other relevant stakeholders? What is the relationship between the institution, local community and other relevant stakeholders? What are the local community and other relevant stakeholders contributing to the institution? Is there College-practising school- SUBEB partnership in place?
It has well maintained infrastructural facilities. B6 How well is infrastructure funded? Are there sufficient staff to manage infrastructure? What are the views held by students and staff about the quality of the environment, supply of electricity, water and sporting facilities? How is this evidence gathered? What first impressions would be made by visitors to the institution? What is the quality of hostel accommodation?
It is implementing effectively an Institutional Plan A5 How is the vision and mission statement achieved? How often is the plan reviewed and by whom? How is the institution implementing the plan; does it employ a team approach? Who monitors progress of implementation of the plan and how? Are staff given specific responsibilities and do they have appropriate knowledge and experience?
It is operating a functional internal quality assurance system A7 The Quality Assurance Unit, is an internal self-assessment mechanism. Is it operating in line with NCCE guideline? Give examples of how the QA has a positive impact on the implementation of Minimum Standards Has the QA unit continuously carried out students’ evaluations of the quality of teaching, examination, course materials etc? How rigorous is the self-assessment procedure for the institution? Is self-assessment regularly carried out? Has the QA unit developed additional assessment instruments i.e. Course Experience questionnaire, Graduate destination survey, Employers and Alumni feedback form etc.?
There is effective utilization of quality learning resources in (i) micro-teaching (ii) teaching practice (iii) CET. B9 Nill
It is operating quality procedures for micro-teaching, practicum and teaching practice B8 Nill
Effective Governing Council A2 Who constituted the Governing Council? Are the roles clearly defined and understood? Does membership reflect relevant, stakeholders in line with the vision and mission of the institution? Make a statement about the quality of the relationship between the Senior Management Team (SMT) and Council. Give examples. Evaluate effectiveness of Council and give examples. What is the impact of the GC on teaching and learning in the institution? How effective are meetings and minutes? How relevant and effective are policies?
It is operating an effective Management Information System A6 Nill
There is effective admission policy B2 Is the admission policy in line with NCCE minimum standards?
It has an effective academic advisory system B4 Nill
Comprehensive Orientation given to students about the institution and its programmes. B3 Nill
There are effective funding arrangements A8 What are the funding priorities for the institution? How are they identified? How are funds allocated to priorities? How are funds allocated to each School and department? Give examples to support transparency and accountability of the funds management. How is internally generated revenue mobilized and utilized? Who monitors spending and how effective are the procedures? How effective are internal and external audits? Give examples.
It has effective networking with other institutions A12 What institutions are in the institution’s network? Why do we network with them? i.e. Sabbatical, Research, Good practice and consultancy. Give examples of the benefits gained from networking? Have lecturers presented papers in other institutions? How often? What topics were covered?
It has adequate infrastructure for social, cultural and leisure activities for the students, such as recreation centre, sporting facilities B7 Nill
Effective administrative structures and procedures A4 How efficient are the regulations and standing orders? How relevant are the duties of staff? What criteria are applied to appointments and committee membership? Give examples to show the effectiveness of committee system. Is membership reflective of the necessary expertise? How effective are committees? Give examples of positive action. Are committees’ recommendations always implemented? How is this achieved? Is the academic calendar comprehensive and flexible enough to cope with emergencies?
It has an effective policy for staff development A10 Give examples of training opportunities for staff. How have they disseminated information or skills? What research opportunities are there? How does research benefit the institution? Apart from TETFund how many staff have attended conferences, seminars, workshops locally and internationally etc and show evidence of how the institution is developing through such activity.
The quality of its NCE graduates meeting societal expectations. B10 Nill
It has effective leadership & management A3 Is the organogram clearly defined and how does it enable effective management? How effective are SMT meetings & minutes, reports of SMT to council? Give examples of how resolutions are implemented? Are there befitting offices and furniture for SMT members? Give examples of how staff & student opinions are considered and acted upon? What is the ratio of male / female in leadership posts? How is gender sensitivity being addressed? Give evidence of regular, transparent performance appraisal that improves staff performance. How often are job descriptions reviewed and how relevant are they? How well does the composition of management reflect the needs of the institution community? How appropriate are the qualifications & experiences of SMT members? How effective and transparent are disciplinary mechanisms? Give examples of how committee outcomes are Unsatisfactory, transparent & binding? State whether the institution’s community has confidence in the disciplinary committee and how you know?
It has library provision that supports effective teaching and learning. B1 Nill
It has quality student support services B5 Nill
It has appropriate staff A9 How effective is the recruitment process? Are interview questions searching enough? How are candidates graded? How professional are interviews? What is the quality of induction and mentoring for new staff?
It is acting in accordance with the enabling law A1 Is a copy available and when was it amended last? Are all activities of the institution in line with the enabling law? Is the law specific on training teachers for Basic Education? Has the private NCE awarding institution registered with corporate affair commission?
It has clearly defined staff welfare and support system. A11 Give examples of staff being supported and rewarded. Are there procedures in place for the selection of staff to be supported? Is the process of selecting beneficiaries faire and transparent? What is the quality of facilities available to staff for social & recreational purposes? What opinions do staff hold on the facilities available? Are there any incentive schemes?