General Education Outcomes

A. Communication –Students will communicate effectively through

   1. Writing

   2. Reading

   3. Speaking

   4. Listening

   5. Electronic medium

A.A., A.S., and A.A.S. Degree Outcomes

Communication

·     Writing –  show purpose, organization, expression of ideas, feelings, exhibit creative ability, defend conclusions

·     Reading – comprehend college-level text, interpret literature, read critically and analytically

·     Speaking – demonstrate oral competence in language use in social situations and before groups

·     Listening – exhibit active listening skills to comprehend and analyze others’ speech

·     Electronic medium – effectively communicate via computer

B. Cognition – Students will think logically and analytically, demonstrating the use of

   1. Creative thinking

   2. Critical thinking

   3. Quantitative reasoning

   4. Problem solving

   5. Synthesis of knowledge 

       and skills

C. Information Literacy – Students will locate, analyze, and evaluate information through

   1. Research

   2. Application of technology

Cognition – creative and critical thinking, inductive and deductive problem solving, ability to synthesize information to find solutions, think quantitatively.

Information Literacy – successfully retrieve and manage information through traditional means, efficient use of technology, and computer literacy.  Demonstrate use of a variety of learning resources to accomplish goals.

D. Interpersonal Skills – Students will interact effectively with

   1. Individuals

   2. Groups

E. Aesthetic Sensitivity – Students will demonstrate an appreciation of artistic and creative endeavor through production or response

F. Personal Responsibility – Students will acquire decision-making skills that lead to

   1. Self-regulation

   2. Respect for diversity

Interpersonal Skills – work with a team, committee, or group to achieve a common goal.  Interact with individuals, showing awareness and respect for other opinions and values.  Demonstrate understanding of the interdependent nature of societal institutions.

Aesthetic Sensitivity – adequate knowledge of artistic work in literature, music, visual art, or theatre to produce or critique selected samples.

Personal Responsibility – set goals and self-monitor behavior toward goals.  Demonstrate understanding and respect for richness in diversity.