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Executive Summary
Common Student Learning Outcomes
August 1998 Draft

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Attached is a detailed compilation of UUPP universities’ learning outcomes for the baccalaureate degree. We will refine and condense this over the course of the next year as our discussions and the portfolios themselves develop (along with the "characteristics of urban public universities" document). The compilation includes all of the six universities’ learning outcomes, grouping those that seem similar and listing the outcomes as they are actually stated by each institution. Based on this compilation, the more widely shared student learning outcomes are listed on this page. Frequently mentioned abilities within each outcome are also indicated.

Communication (6 campuses)

Common Abilities

  • Write, read, speak, and listen effectively
  • Adapt communication to specific purposes and audiences
  • Communicate through various media

 

Analysis/Critical Thinking/Problem Solving (6 campuses)

Common Abilities

  • Analyze information and problems logically
  • Analyze information to make informed decisions
  • Identify problems and formulate solutions
  • Consider multiple perspectives in analysis and problem solving

 

Pluralism and Diversity (6 campuses)

Common Abilities

  • Understand and appreciate human diversity, both within the United States and internationally
  • Work with others of differing perspectives and backgrounds

 

Citizenship/Social Responsibility/Understanding Society and Culture (5 campuses)

Common Abilities

  • Community involvement/citizenship
  • Understand the responsibilities associated with being members of the United States and world communities
  • Understand the interconnectedness of global and local concerns

 

Ethical/Moral Reasoning/Valuing (5 campuses)

Common Abilities

  • Make judgments with respect to individual conduct
  • Be aware of effects of actions on others
  • Understand the impact of individual and collective choices in society

 

Information Literacy (5 campuses)

Common Ability

  • Make efficient use of information resources and technology