1997 Annual Report
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
April 1998
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Appendix F
Departmental Learning Objectives Analysis
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| Critical Thinking | Communication | Human Diversity | |
| Ag Economics | |||
| Ag Leadership | |||
| Agronomy | ability to integrate information from various courses | ||
| Animal Science | |||
| Biochemistry | problem-solving | oral and written communication | |
| Biological Systems Eng | |||
| Biometry | |||
| Entomology | |||
| Food Science & Technology | |||
| Forestry, Fisheries & Wildlife | |||
| Horticulture | |||
| Mech Systems Management | critical thinking; integrate life skills; problem-solving | communication skills | global views; values; ethics |
| Plant Pathology | |||
| Veterinary & Biomedical Sciences |
| Critical Thinking | Communication | Human Diversity | |
| Architecture | analyze information; integration of complex systems; awareness of principles governing natural world | communicate architectural ideas in written and oral form | awareness of other cultures and human behavior; values; ethics; global environmental issues |
| Interior Design | information gathering skills | visual presentation skills; written and oral communication skills | knowledge of ethical constraints |
| Critical Thinking | Communication | Human Diversity | |
| Anthropology | knowledge of human variability through time and space | ||
| Biochemistry | problem-solving skills in field | ability to communicate clearly on scientific topics: oral and written | |
| Biological Sciences | ability to interpret biological data in written and oral formats | knowledge of diversity of life | |
| Chemistry | ability to interpret and organize information, apply general concepts, assess pertinence of information or data already generated in field | ability to explain chemical concepts | |
| Classics | ability to understand and interpret text in terms of historical context | proficiency in target language | |
| Communication Studies | analysis of a case study, analyze functions of communication, critical thinking in relation to communication | ability to articulate and apply ethics of communication; ability to construct ethical, coherent, well-organized message in written and/or oral arguments | role of communication and culture in the construction of alternate world views; use of knowledge to understand cultural differences |
| Computer Sci & Eng | |||
| English | competence in reading and understanding written texts in variety of contexts; competence of placing a single text in different perspectives | competence in writing non-fiction, prose and/or literary texts | competence in understanding a variety of historical periods, cultures, ethnic groups, and genders. |
| European Studies | ability to understand reading materials; ability to think clearly about the European experience | make use of one or more European languages | knowledge of various peoples of Europe at various times in history |
| Geography & Meteorology | |||
| Geology | reasoning | verbal and writing skills | |
| Great Plains Studies | knowledge of relationship between physical environments of the plains and its influence upon its inhabitants; relevance of the study of this region to their own lives | ||
| History | read and interpret historical literature; understand historical forces/change | communicate orally and write well | interpret and understand past experiences of different peoples |
| International Affairs | interpret, understand, and evaluate interaction among nation states | ability to communicate knowledge effectively | knowledge about international events, processes, and institutions that influence world affairs |
| Latin American Studies | comprehend Spanish or Portuguese | comprehend and read Spanish or Portuguese; ability to write clearly | knowledge of the Latin American history, culture, and civilization |
| Math & Stats | critical and analytical thinking; translate situations into math language and analyze the results mathematically | write with clarity; communicate ideas about math proficiently | |
| Modern Languages & Lit | demonstrate understanding of what constitutes a sound interpretation of literature; ability to interpret at expected level | ability to give comprehensive talks and discuss in target language; write a comprehensible analysis on a work of literature | |
| Philosophy | reason philosophically; critically explain philosophical text | write clear, coherent, plausible argumentative essays | |
| Physics & Astronomy | analyze data; error analysis | ||
| Political Science | |||
| Psychology | ability to apply knowledge to real-world issues; analyze and critique basic research design and statistics | ability to write like a social scientist | ability to use social science knowledge base |
| Sociology | conceptualize issues; demonstrate a sociological imagination; understand, interpret, explore data | demonstrate understanding of critical perspectives; theories in writing assignments and oral discussion | understanding of cultures beyond their current experience; issues of gender, race, and class |
| Women's Studies | ability to critically examine cultural assumptions about gender; analyze gender assumptions | competence in writing |
| Critical Thinking | Communication | Human Diversity | |
| Management | |||
| Accounting | |||
| Economics | demonstrate deductive reasoning and understanding of economic phenomena; trace behavioral implications | ||
| Marketing |
| Critical Thinking | Communication | Human Diversity | |
| Biological Systems Eng | |||
| Chemical Engineering | ability to test theories and correlations; design own experimental equipment; solution of special problems | ||
| Civil Engineering | apply principles to design problems | ||
| Computer Science & Eng | ability to design computer systems | professional communication skills | professional ethics |
| Construction Management | knowledge of analysis techniques | ||
| Electrical Engineering | awareness of socioeconomic impact of technology | ||
| Environmental Engineering | |||
| Engineering Mechanics | computer-aided analysis; experimental stress analysis |
*Source: 1997-98 Undergraduate Bulletin
| Critical Thinking | Communication | Human Diversity | |
| Music | knowledge of analysis of historical and quantitative techniques needed in the investigation of modern society | write clearly and effectively; communicate with precision and force; ability to defend views effectively | address culture and history from a variety of perspectives; knowledge of moral and ethical problems |
| Theatre Arts & Dance | knowledge of analysis of historical and quantitative techniques needed in tech investigation of modern society | competence in the communicative arts of speaking, reading, and writing | opportunities to work with, study, and experience theatre from diverse cultural sources |
| Design/Tech | ability to solve design problems | written work; class discussion | insight into the role of art and design in the life of humankind |
| Art & Art History* | visual thinking and organization; ability to solve problems; evaluate art and design | competence in the communicative arts of speaking, reading, and writing | study or experience with art/design from diverse cultural sources and historical periods |
* Art History not included in this criteria--this aspect of learning applies to Art majors only.
*Source: NASAD/NAST/NASM accreditation standards
Human Resources and Family Sciences
| Critical Thinking | Communication | Human Diversity | |
| Family and Consumer Science | ability to apply new information to decision-making/problem-solving when assessing family needs | oral/written communication skills | understanding and respect for diverse cultures and family forms |
| Nutritional Science & Dietetics | ability to process, integrate, apply and evaluate information and data when assessing nutrition needs | demonstrate oral and written communication skills | develop values and habits compatible with cultural diversity; ethics |
| Textiles, Clothing & Design | problem-solving skills in solving "near" environmental problems; analytical skills in assessment of data relative to merchandising | ability to articulate solutions in oral, written and/or visual formats | knowledge of social and psychological aspects of textiles in relation to a variety of cultural perspectives; ethics |
*Source: 1996-97 College Report
Journalism and Mass Communications
| Critical Thinking | Communication | Human Diversity | |
| Advertising | develop presentation showing results from research that is the basis for a creative advertising and public relations plan | portfolios show ability to write copy, etc; analyze communications problems | |
| Broadcasting | depth of knowledge required to judge what is newsworthy; evaluate information and significance of event | write clearly and concisely | interracial, international, and intercultural appreciation and understanding |
| News-editorial | depth of knowledge required to judge what is newsworthy and evaluate importance and significance of events |
*Source: 1996-97 Undergraduate Bulletin
| Critical Thinking | Communication | Human Diversity | |
| Health & Human Performance | critical thinking | personal skills; be able to interact in various professions | |
| Curriculum & Instruction | |||
| Educational Administration | |||
| Special Ed & Communication Disorders | |||
| Educational Psychology | |||
| Adult and Vocational Education |