Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) are statements created by faculty to identify what students should learn upon successful completion of a course. SLOs "may involve a combination of knowledge, skills/abilities" that illustrate competency. Takeaway: They help teachers and students keep track of what we are learning in a course. (Adapted from the De Anza College SLO webpage.)
Apply critical thinking skills to writing and complex readings.
Demonstrate academic (analytical, argumentative) writing based on reading of complex texts.
Demonstrate analysis, comparison, synthesis, and documentation of independent research.
I will provide you with a clear, organized course that is designed to ensure you meet our course outcomes in a meaningful manner.
I will provide a variety of assignments to ensure your learning needs are met.
I will be actively present in your learning.
I will provide a supportive and safe environment for you to share and discuss ideas with your peers.
I will reach out to you when I sense that you need support.
I will treat you with dignity and respect and be flexible to support your individual needs.
I won't be perfect. I am human and will make mistakes at times. I will view mistakes as an opportunity to learn and grow.
You strive to be an active participant in this course and strive to meet due dates.
You will maintain an open line of communication with me so I understand how to support you.
You will contact me if you have a concern with meeting a due date.
You strive to regularly contribute to collaborative activities to ensure other members of the community have ample opportunity to read/listen, reflect, and respond to your ideas.
You will treat your peers with dignity and respect.
You will do your best to have patience with technology. There will be hiccups, expect them. We will get through them together.
You will give yourself grace. Expect to make mistakes. You are human and you are stressed.