COURSE OUTCOMES

Critical Thinking

Discussion of Group process Video evaluation Discussion of The End of Education Who is Neil Postman? What is he saying? What do you think and why?

University Outcome 7. Problem-solving Abilities B. apply critical, analytical, creative, and systems thinking in order to recognize and solve problems.

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Problem Solving

Who owns the problem? Land conservation trusts Defining the topic Identifying the land Area purchased Area subject to purchase Critical need Researching the history Defining the parameters Recommendations/Action Class activities Class group presentation

University Outcome 7. Problem-solving Abilities A. understand the multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary nature of knowledge. B. apply critical, analytical, creative, and systems thinking in order to recognize and solve problems. C. work individually and collaboratively to recognize and solve problems.

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Communication

Group Presentation Networking Log

University Outcome 4. Effective Communication A. know the fundamental principles for effective and appropriate communication, including reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills. B. organize thoughts and compose ideas for a variety of audiences, using a full range of communication tools and techniques. C. participate in collaborative projects requiring effective communications among team members.

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Technology

Use of Email Use of WEBBOARD Posting of Material on WEBSITE Critique of presentations-think style and persuasion Video critique of group process-think participation

University Outcome 8. Technological Literacy A. develop knowledge of modern technology. B. process information through the use of technology. C. collaborate with others using technology tools.

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Information Literacy

Library research Information network log

University Outcome 6. Information Literacy A. identify and locate multiple sources of information using a variety of methods. B. analyze and evaluate information within a variety of disciplinary and professional contexts. C. participate in collaborative analysis and/or application of information resources.

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This course will focus on small group process [assessment through taping of groups and presentations]. Individuals will assume responsibility for learning by formulating individual outcomes and directing intellectual growth in the following four ways:

 

1. Establish SELF-LEARNING GOALS. Connects learning to individual academic and career goals. Select from among class outcomes.

A. How course can enhance your career goals

B. How your interests or other courses can be brought to this course

C. Accessing your success at course end

1. What will be different?

2. What new skills will you have learned?

2. JOURNALING

Demonstrates connections of experience to self, environment, and learning.

Right side brain thinking-drawing, etc.

Write down descriptions

Dream

Develop metaphors

Train your self to be a good observer

Relate class work to your life

Relate readings to your life

Affirm your work

See Dr. Stans's Website for more information.

3. NETWORKING LOG

Connects learning to people and information sources.

Record each contact with group member outside class

Record each resource contacted whether person, institution, or other.

4. TAKE HOME EXAMS

Essay exams will provide instructor and student with assessment of individual intellectual progress and understanding.