GOAL 1 – Internalize and contextualize concepts and theories (abstract and empirical)
Student Learning Outcomes:
Students will be able to
- Recognize and explain concepts and theories
- Question and discuss theories and interpretations
- Draw conclusions from evidence
GOAL 2 – Learn how to conduct analysis
Student Learning Outcomes:
Students will be able to
- Organize, filter and synthesize a large body of information
- Dissect a problem into its component parts
- Compare, contrast and differentiate among various events
GOAL 3 – Master subject matter (course topics and materials)
Student Learning Outcomes:
Students will be able to
- Recall and tell others of course materials
- Recognize subjects’ studied and the relationship among courses
GOAL 4a – Develop Research Skills
Student Learning Outcomes:
Students will be able to
4a.1 Apply library acuity
4a.2 Construct and use appropriate research techniques
GOAL 4b – Develop Problem Solving Skills
Student Learning Outcomes:
Students will be able to
4b.1 Recognize and formulate political problems
4b.2 Choose appropriate tools for analysis of political problems
4c.1 Clearly organize and prepare papers, reports, and research findings 4c.2 Work in groups
4c.3 Properly cite sources
4c.4 Tailor writing to specific assignments
GOAL 4d–Develop Communication Skills
Student Learning Outcomes:
Students will be able to
4d.1 Present to groups
4d.2 Develop and use presentation tools
GOAL 4e–Develop Argumentation Skills
Student Learning Outcomes:
Students will be able to
4e.1 Distinguish different supporting arguments
4e.2 Make reasoned arguments with logical conclusions