| System-wide
General Education Goal #6 |
Student Outcomes |
Assessment Criteria |
Expected Standard of Performance |
Results 98-99, 99-00 |
Analysis Standard Achieved? |
Action
Plan |
| 6. Students will understand the fundamental principles of the natural sciences and apply scientific methods of inquiry to investigate the natural world. |
a. Participate in scientific laboratory experiences to gather and critically evaluate data |
1. CAAP Science
2. Course Grades |
1. 60% at or above 50th
percentile
2. 80% of students will receive C or better in courses that meet goal #6 |
70%,
77%
86%, 87% |
Met
Met |
|
| Bio 101/102, Bio 151/152, Bio 165, Chem112/113, Chem 114/115, Phys 111/112, Phys 113/114, Phys 211/212, Phys 213/214 |
b. Demonstrate an understanding of fundamental principles of natural sciences and the implications science has for the modern world |
1. CAAP Science
2. Course Grades |
1. 60% at or above 50th
percentile
2. 80% of students will receive a C or better in courses that meet goal #6 |
70%, 77%
86%, 87% |
Met
Met |
|
| |
c. Explore the development of scientific knowledge and ideas through time |
1. Course Grades
2. General Education Survey |
1. 80% of students will receive a C or better in courses that meet goal
#6
2. 80% of students will be satisfied or very satisfied with their ability to explore the development of scientific knowledge and ideas. |
86%,
87%
NA, 43% |
Met |
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