English

Program Purpose: Students who complete English courses will be able to communicate effectively using a variety of rhetorical strategies; utilize critical thinking skills through reading and writing; access, evaluate, and incorporate information effectively to accomplish a specific purpose; and read literature to inform an understanding of humanity.

Program Description: The study of English offers a basic understanding of reading and writing skills and an appreciation of literature. The more practical skills offered by the study of English -- effective reading, writing and thinking -- are applicable to all education careers and civil responsibilities.

COLLEGE LEVEL STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES:

1. Communication
2. Information Competency
3. Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

English course level student learning outcomes

PROGRAM LEVEL STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES:

1.  Write clearly and accurately using documentation when appropriate
2.  Assess, evaluate, and analyze ideas expressed in written or in spoken language
3.  Find and interpret relevant information
4.  Identify and examine beliefs, biases, and assumptions
5.  Apply critical thinking skills to expository writing and literature

PROGRAM MAPPING:

I: This program-level student learning outcome is INTRODUCED is this course.
P: This program-level student learning outcome is PRACTICED in this course.
M: This program-level student learning outcome is MASTERED in this course.
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