"Learning isn't a way of reaching one's potential, but rather a way of developing it" - Anders Ericsson
ESSENTIAL QUESTIONS:
Is freedom free? Does a symbiotic relationship exist between freedom and responsibility?
What gives a person power?
Does gender influence or determine an individual’s potential?
Must the strong care for the weak?
How do we form and shape our identities?
Does conflict lead to change?
How do physical and cultural landscapes influence and shape our perspectives?
Does fate have an impact on the right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness?
Can a structure survive in isolation?
How can the power of the media affect the power of the message?
Reading
Demonstrate the ability to comprehend, analyze and critique increasingly complex literature in a wide range of formats and multiple genres to build an understanding of the many dimensions (e.g., philosophical, ethical, aesthetic) of human experience. *
Writing
Students will use the writing process to demonstrate the ability to analyze, critique, and create texts with different styles and topics. These concepts include but are not limited to supporting claims and reasoning with sufficient evidence for an intended purpose and audience, focusing on word choice, tone, and perspective, and utilizing the correct MLA format and citations. *
Research
Demonstrate the ability to effectively engage in ethical inquiry and research practices - managing multiple streams of information, evaluating sources, analyzing information, and presenting results. *
Listening/Speaking/ Viewing
Demonstrate the ability to listen and view critically as well as participate effectively in academic discourse – speaking purposefully and responding thoughtfully while demonstrating respect for diverse perspectives and making strategic decisions about content, language use and discourse style. *
Technology
Students will demonstrate the ability to use the tools of technology (including digital media and the Internet) to ethically and responsibly gather, interpret, analyze information, create shareable products and reflect on individual performance. *
*As specified in course specific criteria for each semester.