2009 GENERAL EDUCATION LEARNING OUTCOMES

Approved by Faculty Association at the April 2, 2009 Association meeting.

The course description or draft syllabus should indicate which of the following General Education Outcomes the course will address:

Know the world.
Demonstrate knowledge of the natural sciences, mathematics, arts, and human societies.
Apply knowledge to real-world situations.
Recognize the inevitable limits of your own perception and understanding.

Think Critically.
Read, analyze, and understand complex texts or quantitative information.
Use evidence to critically evaluate or defend a point of view.
Understand and critically evaluate ethical or aesthetic points of view.

Solve Problems.
Locate, evaluate, and/or use research sources.
Formulate and/or apply models to evaluate problems and draw conclusions.

Respect Others.
Demonstrate civic knowledge and engagement.
Recognize your place in the world in relation to others.

Express Yourself.
Write in a coherent, analytical, and persuasive manner.
Speak respectfully, articulately and coherently in informal discussions or formal presentations.