Area 3: Humanities Investigate and appreciate the fine arts and humanities, including the cultural and artistic perspectives of various cultures and times. The Office of Instruction, working with the Faculty Senate and the Learning Assessment Committee, is formalizing its evaluation of the appropriateness of each cousre in meeting the GE curriculum standards. It is completing the Laney College Assessment Plan in spring 2009, in part to provide the framework and operational strategies for this purpose.
Area 4c: Computer Literacy Demonstrate proficiency in using a computer and computer applications, including the Internet, to accomplish personal, academic, and/or professional tasks. Area 4d: Oral Communication Construct and deliver a clear, well-organized verbal presentation. OR:
Evaluation The college meets this standard.
Area 4d: Written Communication Organize information coherently in writing, and choose language and format appropriate for the intended audience and purpose.
Planning Agenda None.
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II.A.3.b A capability to be a productive individual and lifelong learner: skills include oral and written communication, information competency, computer literacy, scientific and quantitative reasoning, critical analysis/ logical thinking, and the ability to acquire knowledge through a variety of means. Description Student Learning Outcomes have been developed in: Area 4a: English Composition Develop individual perspectives in essays that demonstrate critical thinking skills, command of standard grammar, and logical organization. Information Competency (assessed with English Composition) Locate and cite appropriately information from a variety of sources (books, databases, Internet, primary sources) in various formats (print, online, multimedia), evaluate information for relevance and reliability, and incorporate it effectively into written work. Area 4b: Mathematics Solve quantitative problems using numerical, graphical, and algebraic methods.
Area 4d: Literature Read critically and analyze various literary genres. The 2007 Community College Survey of Student Engagement (CCSSE) reported on students’ capabilities in the above areas. They not only reported on their Internet use and the emphasis given to using computers for academic work, but also on the emphasis given to analyzing, synthesizing, making judgments, and applying theories, concepts, and information to new situations and skills. Students also reported that their experience at Laney College contributed to their knowledge, skills, and personal development in writing and speaking clearly and effectively, solving numerical problems, using computing and information technology, and working effectively with others (IIA1a-7). Evaluation The college meets this standard. Planning Agenda None. II.A.3.c A recognition of what it means to be an ethical human being and effective citizen: qualities include an appreciation of ethical principles; civility and interpersonal skills; respect for cultural diversity; historical and aesthetic sensitivity; and the willingness to assume civic, political, and
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