Goal 1:  To communicate effectively in a variety of situations.

Students will demonstrate the ability to present information orally.

• Students will present a focused point or clean purpose

• Students will develop ideas in a way that demonstrates an understanding of course content.

• Students will employ writing and/or speaking processes such as planning, collaborating, organizing, composing, revising, and editing to create an effective oral presentation.

Students will demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively in writing.

• Students will present a focused point or clear purpose.

• Students will develop ideas in a way that demonstrates an understanding of course content.

• Students will employ writing and/or speaking processes such as planning, collaborating, organizing, composing, revising, and editing to create an effective written presentation.

Goal 2:  To understand concepts, theories, and approaches learned and examine them from diverse perspectives.

Students will be able to analyze and interpret information.

• Students will be able to apply data and information relevant to course content.

• Students will be able to apply data and information to life experiences.

Students will be able to engage in reasoned (logical, supporting) civic discourse.

• Students will be able to advocate a position and defend against alternative positions.

• Students will develop participatory skills that enable them to work with others to express ideas and perspectives.

Goal 3:  Students will develop an aesthetic sensitivity.

Students will demonstrate an appreciation of artistic and creative endeavor.

• Students will be able to recognize and discuss human creativity and diverse forms of aesthetic expression.

• Students will be able to appreciate the impact and role of artistic achievement in society and one’s personal life.

Students will demonstrate knowledge of artistic work in music, visual art, or theater.

• Students will be able to produce creative works that reflect a knowledge of genre and artistic concepts.

• Students will be able to evaluate and discuss the work of both well-known artists and/or classmates using the language and patterns of thought inherent in the particular art form.

• Students will be able to identify major artistic traditions in multiple art forms across culture and over time.

Students will demonstrate an understanding and appreciation of the creative process.

• Students will become familiar with the creative process by conceptualizing, creating, and presenting their own work using various media and processes.

• Students will produce creative projects of substantial complexity and quality.