| General Learning Outcoming Criteria for Geography |
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Human |
Weather and Climate |
Landforms |
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| I.
Analytical/Problem-Solving Skills |
1101 |
1112 |
1113 |
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| A. Students learn how to
collect data (i.e., through literature search and hands on with laboratory and/or field data collection) |
2 |
4 |
4 |
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| B. Students learn computer
and information technology skills |
2 |
4 |
3 |
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| C. Students learn how to read and understand research reports
and scientific articles |
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4 |
2 |
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| D. Students learn skills of spatial analysis and interpretation
of spatial data |
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4 |
4 |
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| E. Students learn to articulate causal relationships between
social and natural scientific variables |
4 |
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4 |
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| II. Critical Thinking
Skills |
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| A. Students learn how to
design a research project. |
1 |
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2 |
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| B. Students learn how to
analyze and interpret data (hypothesis testing, drawing inferences, formulating conclusions) |
1 |
2 |
3 |
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| C. Students learn how to
use research data to formulate new questions |
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2 |
2 |
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| D. Students learn how to critically evaluate peer-reviewed
scientific literature |
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1 |
1 |
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| III. Communication Skills |
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| A. Students develop oral
communication skills. |
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3 |
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| B. Students develop
written communication skills (e.g. critical literature reviews, grant proposals, computer language) |
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| C. Students develop skills
in working on collaborative projects (e.g. research projects, classroom presentations) |
1 |
1 |
3 |
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| D. Students develop visual communication skills (using maps
and graphics to conveying ideas) |
1 |
3 |
3 |
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V.
Applications |
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| A.
Students participate in internships and practica in real world settings |
0 |
1 |
1 |
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| B. Students apply
geographical knowledge and skills as professionals in society |
0 |
1 |
1 |
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| C. Students solve/deal
with real-world problems as part of classroom exercise |
3 |
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3 |
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