Setup > Curriculum Mapping > ILOs
Institutional learning outcomes (ILOs) guide the development and assessment of courses and programs, ensure consistency in educational experiences across different disciplines, and contribute to the overall quality and effectiveness of the institution's educational offerings.
While the recommended number of ILOs can vary, it is important to keep the set concise, focused, and aligned with your institution's mission and goals. Incorporate a manageable number of ILOs (commonly three to seven) that effectively represent the institution's educational priorities and guide the overall learning experience.
Insights offers institutions the ability to input ILOs manually, or upload them from a CSV file.
NOTE: Assessment Coordinator is the only role permission that can add, upload or edit ILOs.
Manually Add ILOs
From the Setup menu, go to Curriculum Map and select ILOs. If this is a new account, there will be no ILOs listed on the screen. Click the button + Add ILO. 
On the screen, a category tile displays and by default, the tile is Uncategorized (this can be changed/customized and is instructions are below.)
- Enter Outcome Name: hover over the text and the field is editable; type the outcome name (example: Written Communication).
- Enter Outcome Statement: hover over the text and the field is editable; type the outcome statement here. (example: Student demonstrates a thorough understanding of context, audience, and purpose that is responsive to the assigned task(s) and focuses all elements of the work.)
Upload ILOs using a CSV file
From the Setup menu, go to Curriculum Map and select ILOs. Click the button Upload ILOs.
The window to Upload Institutional Learning Outcomes displays. Click the link to Download an example CSV file.
CSV File Upload Preparation
Open the template and follow the steps below to prepare the CSV file for upload of your ILOs. Columns B, C, and D will require your input.
Save the file (in a CSV format) and then drag and drop the CSV file into the dotted window; or, click in the dotted window to browse your computer and locate the file to upload. Then click Submit. A confirmation message displays: Institutional Learning Outcomes successfully uploaded.
Refresh the browser and the uploaded outcomes will be listed inside a new Uncategorized tile. Click + Add Category (follow the steps below to add/create a category).
Add Category
Within the Uncategorized section, click + Add Category.
In the modal window Add ILO Category, the uploaded outcomes will be listed on the left under Select Outcome(s). Enter a Category Name, Category Description and check the box to the left of the outcomes that should appear in this category. Then Save.
Once all uploaded outcomes have been put into a category, the Uncategorized tile will disappear.
Review the Categorization Examples shown below to determine the best option for setting up and categorizing ILOs at your institution.
Categorization Examples:
Option 1: All ILOs in single category
Category = Greenville College ILOs
Outcome Name = Written Communication
Outcome Statement = Student communicates an expression of ideas in writing that is responsive to the assigned task(s) and focuses all elements of the work.
Outcome Name = Oral Communication
Outcome Statement = Student effectively uses delivery techniques to make compelling presentations.
Outcome Name = Critical Thinking
Outcome Statement = Student clearly states and describes comprehensively the issue/problem to be considered critically, delivering all relevant information necessary for full understanding.
Option 2: Each ILO is its own category
Category = ILO 1 Written Communication
Outcome Name = Written Communication
Outcome Statement = Student communicates an expression of ideas in writing that is responsive to the assigned task(s) and focuses all elements of the work.
Category = ILO 2 Oral Communication
Outcome Name = Oral Communication
Outcome Statement = Student effectively uses delivery techniques to make compelling presentations.
Category = ILO 3 Critical Thinking
Outcome Name = Critical Thinking
Outcome Statement = Student clearly states and describes comprehensively the issue/problem to be considered critically, delivering all relevant information necessary for full understanding.
Option 3: Multiple ILO categories with relevant ILOs in each category
Category = ILO 1 Written Communication
Outcome Name = ILO 1a: Context of and Purpose for Writing
Outcome Statement = Student demonstrates a thorough understanding of context, audience, and purpose that is responsive to the assigned task(s) and focuses all elements of the work.
Outcome Name = ILO 1b: Content Development
Outcome Statement = Students use appropriate, relevant, and compelling content to illustrate competency of the subject, conveying the writer's understanding, and shaping the whole work.
Outcome Name = ILO 1c: Genre and Disciplinary Conventions
Outcome Statement = Students demonstrate detailed attention to and successful execution of a wide range of conventions particular to a specific discipline and/or writing task(s) including organization, content, presentation, formatting, and stylistic choices.
Category = ILO 2 Oral Communication
Outcome Name = ILO 2a: Organization
Outcome Statement = Student demonstrates organizational pattern (specific introduction and conclusion, sequenced material within the body, and transitions) that is clearly and consistently observable and makes the content of the presentation cohesive.
Outcome Name = ILO 2b: Language
Outcome Statement = Student uses language choices that are imaginative, memorable, compelling, and enhance the effectiveness of the presentation. Language in presentation is appropriate to the audience.
Outcome Name = ILO 2c: Delivery
Outcome Statement = Student uses delivery techniques (posture, gesture, eye contact, and vocal expressiveness) to make the presentation compelling and polished.
Category = ILO 3 Critical Thinking
Outcome Name = ILO 3a: Explanation of Issues
Outcome Statement = Student clearly states and describes comprehensively the issue/problem to be considered critically, delivering all relevant information necessary for full understanding.
Outcome Name = ILO 3b: Evidence
Outcome Statement = Student demonstrates the information taken from source(s) with enough interpretation/evaluation to develop a comprehensive analysis or synthesis.
Outcome Name = ILO 3c: Influence of Context and Assumptions
Outcome Statement = Student analyzes own and others’ assumptions thoroughly (systematically and methodically) and carefully evaluates the relevance of contexts when presenting a position.
Edit or Delete an Outcome
To edit an outcome, select the pencil icon and the field will become editable.
To remove an outcome, click the trash icon and then confirm the action by selecting Yes or No. A confirmation window displays if the item was deleted.