1997 Annual Report

University of Nebraska–Lincoln
April 1998

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Appendix F
College Learning Objectives Analysis

 

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Critical Thinking
Communication
Human Diversity
IS critical thinking through investigation of arguments and research, gather data, qualitative & quantitative analysis, assess conclusions. written and oral, formal and informal, dialogue in classroom, oral reports human diversity as appropriate to subject area, cultural differences.
CASNR analytic techniques "communication skills"--does not differentiate between oral and written  
ARCH critical thinking about a particular design problem and integration of complex systems visual literacy basic understanding of the process of culture and society
A&S imaginative thinking, analytical, integrative thinking write and speak effectively, listen and observe perceptively responsibility within a global society, tolerance
CBA integration of business concepts across functional areas, analyze and critique view of others, decision-making through analysis effectively present views either in writing or orally understanding of the external environment, human relations skills
E&T identification formulation and solution of engineering problems, interpret data, design and perform experimentation ability to communicate effectively knowledge of contemporary issues, ethics
FPA      
HRFS problem-solving, analytical skills strengthen oral, written and perceptual communication skills develop individual critical thinking skills which reflect a concern for social responsibility
JOURN   writing/editing, oral/public speaking, appeal to a wide variety of audiences relate to people of diverse backgrounds, ethics
TC learning emphasis on developing philosophy of teaching written and oral communication understanding people and society, interpersonal skills, ethics

 

Note: Sources of information for this table are as follows:

Integrative Studies CEP Assessment Report, September 1997
Architecture
Engineering and Technology
Journalism and Mass Communications
Teachers College
 1996-97 college reports
Arts and Sciences
Business Administration
CASNR
Fine and Performing Arts
Human Resources and Family Sciences 		1997-98 Undergraduate Bulletin