Learning Outcomes

Rate your confidence (before and after):

Prompts for Research Projects

  1. I understand relevant contemporary concepts in my field of study (major)--the assumptions, vocabulary, theories, etc.
  2. I can make use of relevant primary research literature in my field of study (major)--e.g. journal articles--synthesizing in-depth information from sources representing various points of view and approaches.
  3. I can identify a specific question for investigation based on the literature in my field of study (major).
  4. I can design an experiment or theoretical test of a hypothesis, critically evaluating methods and materials.
  5. I can organize and synthesize evidence to reveal insightful patterns, differences, or similarities.
  6. I can state a conclusion that is a logical extrapolation from project results.
  7. I can relate results/conclusions to the "bigger picture" in my field of study (major), situating it appropriately with similar studies.
  8. I can assess the limitations and/or implications (ethical and otherwise) of my project.
  9. I can orally communicate the results of my project.
  10. I can write a paper for publication with an understanding of the ethical and legal restrictions on the use of published, confidential, and/or proprietary information.

Prompts for Creative Projects

  1. I understand relevant contemporary concepts in my field of study (major)--the assumptions, vocabulary, genres, oeuvres, media, etc.
  2. I can make use of relevant theoretical, aesthetic, or creative traditions in my field of study (major), synthesizing in-depth information from sources representing various points of view and approaches.     
  3. I can clearly state the objectives, point of curiosity, hypothesis/question, or guiding principles of my work.
  4. I can design a project to accomplish specific objectives, evaluating methods and materials.
  5. I can execute the creative process according to the professional standards in my field of study (major).
  6. I can analyze and interpret the significance of my work.
  7. I can relate my work to the "bigger picture" in my field of study (major), situating it appropriately with other work of its kind.
  8. I can assess the limitations and/or implications (ethical and otherwise) of my work.
  9. I can orally communicate the significance of my work.
  10. I can perform/exhibit my work according to the professional standards in my field of study (major), understanding the ethical and legal restrictions on the use of published, confidential, and/or proprietary information.
Possible Responses
  • No Experience
  • Not Confident
  • Somewhat Confident
  • Confident
  • Very Confident
 

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