Saint Louis University
Program Assessment Plan
Degree Program: General Studies
Department: General Studies Program
College/School: School for Professional Studies
Person(s) Responsible for Creating the Plan: Jenny Agnew
Date Submitted: 5-19-14
Program Learning Outcomes
Students will be able to:
Develop analytical
reading and critical
thinking skills and
apply these skills in
research and evaluation
of the fields addressed
in the generalist
program.
Analyze and interpret
systematically the basic
concepts and principles
of the interdisciplinary
fields of study in terms
of personal, cultural,
historical, social-
Course Where Outcome
Learned
Course Where Outcome
Assessed
Assessment Methods
(Direct and Indirect Measures)
(How will students demonstrate
their achievement of the outcome?)
Use of Assessment Data
(How will the data be used to
celebrate successes and
improve?)
ENGL 1900
ENGL 4000
ENGL 3270
ENGL 3280
HIST 352
PHIL 110
PHIL 336
PHIL 360
BIOL 341
BGS 480
Evaluation of Capstone Project
Modifications to
individual courses will be
made to improve overall
curriculum.
BIOL 341
PHIL 205
PHIL 336
PHIL 360
THEK 397
BGS 480
Evaluation of Capstone Project
Modifications to
individual courses will be
made to improve overall
curriculum.
psychological and
moral aspects, and as
related to
contemporary issues
Understand the
integration of the
multidisciplinary
approach to each field
of study in the general
studies curriculum with
an emphasis on
research, theory,
practice and personal
experience.
Examine and evaluate
the cultural, historical
and global influences of
the arts, literature,
history, philosophy,
theology, and sciences
revealed in the context
and diversity of the
contributors, mediums
and major periods in
time.
Differentiate and
synthesize common
patterns and structures
within the
multidisciplinary
framework of the arts,
literature, history,
philosophy and
theology.
Evaluation of Capstone Project
Modifications to
individual courses will be
made to improve overall
curriculum.
BIOL 341
ENGL 4000
ENGL 3880
THEK 482
BGS 480
ARTH 380
ENGL 3270
ENGL 3280
ENGL 3350
ENGL 3330
ENGL 3540
HIST 348
HIST 352
HIST 363
PHIL 205
PHIL 360
THEK 397
THEK 482
BGS 480
Evaluation of Capstone Project
Modifications to
individual courses will be
made to improve overall
curriculum.
ARTH 380
ENGL 3270
ENGL 3280
ENGL 3350
ENGL 3330
ENGL 3540
HIST 348
HIST 352
HIST 363
PHIL 205
BGS 480
Evaluation of Capstone Project
Modifications to
individual courses will be
made to improve overall
curriculum.
PHIL 360
THEK 397
THEK 482
Recognize, interpret
and critique the
qualitative and
quantitative
dimensions of each
discipline from
different perspectives
of inquiry, problem
solving and assessment.
Differentiate and
evaluate the influences
and significance of
literary language and
structure.
Develop effective
communication skills
with emphasis on
critical thinking,
analysis and
interpretation using
alternative forms of
expressions.
Analyze and interpret
data and apply methods
of inquiry and critical
analysis to practical
Evaluation of Capstone Project
Modifications to
individual courses will be
made to improve overall
curriculum.
BGS 480
Evaluation of Capstone Project
Modifications to
individual courses will be
made to improve overall
curriculum.
ENGL 1500
ENGL 1900
ENGL 3060
ENGL 3880
ENGL 4000
PHIL 110
BGS 480
Evaluation of Capstone Project
Modifications to
individual courses will be
made to improve overall
curriculum.
BIOL 138
PHIL 105
PHIL 110
PHIL 205
PHIL 336
BGS 480
Evaluation of Capstone Project
Modifications to
individual courses will be
made to improve overall
curriculum.
ENGL 1900
PHIL 105
PHIL 110
BGS 480
ENGL 2020
ENGL 2600
ENGL 3060
ENGL 3270
ENGL 3280
ENGL 3330
ENGL 3540
ENGL 3350
ENGL 3560
ENGL 3880
ENGL 4000
situations in modern
society.
Compare and evaluate
basic argument types,
strategies and fallacies
and apply these to
practical situations and
contemporary
challenges.
Demonstrate an
understanding of the
influence and
contribution of other
cultures and
civilizations to
contemporary society
Develop effective
leadership and team
building skills through
recognition and
understanding of the
interconnectedness and
diverse perspectives of
the multidisciplinary
approach.
Analyze and interpret
basic belief systems in
terms of personal,
cultural, historical,
social-psychological
and moral aspects, and
as related to
contemporary issues.
ENGL 1900
ENGL 1900
PHIL 105
PHIL 110
PHIL 205
BGS 480
Evaluation of Capstone Project
Modifications to
individual courses will be
made to improve overall
curriculum.
ARTH 380
HIST 111
HIST 112
ENGL 3330
THEO 379
THEK 380
BGS 480
Evaluation of Capstone Project
Modifications to
individual courses will be
made to improve overall
curriculum.
ENGL 4000
THEK 482
BGS 480
Evaluation of Capstone Project
Modifications to
individual courses will be
made to improve overall
curriculum.
BIOL 138
BIOL 341
PHIL 205
PHIL 336
PHIL 360
THEK 361
THEK 384
THEK 397
THEK 481
BGS 480
Evaluation of Capstone Project
Modifications to
individual courses will be
made to improve overall
curriculum.
THEK 482
Examine, differentiate
and evaluate
philosophical thinking
and systematic
reasoning as an
instrument for guiding
human existence.
Examine, differentiate
and evaluate ethical
theories and principles
and apply these to
practical problems and
contemporary issues of
morality and justice.
Demonstrate an
understanding of the
spiritual self, and the
spiritual nature of other
individuals and groups
in society.
PHIL 205
PHIL 336
PHIL 360
THEK 361
THEK 384
THEK 397
THEK 481
THEK 482
BGS 480
Evaluation of Capstone Project
Modifications to
individual courses will be
made to improve overall
curriculum.
THEO 235
PHIL 205
PHIL 336
PHIL 360
THEK 481
BGS 480
Evaluation of Capstone Project
Modifications to
individual courses will be
made to improve overall
curriculum.
THEO 235
THEO 351
THEO 356
THEO 379
THEK 361
THEK 380
THEK 384
THEK 397
THEK 481
THEK 482
BGS 480
Evaluation of Capstone Project
Modifications to
individual courses will be
made to improve overall
curriculum.
It is not recommended to try and assess (in depth) all of the program learning outcomes every semester. It is best practice to plan out when
each outcome will be assessed and focus on 1 or 2 each semester/academic year. Describe the responsibilities, timeline, and the process for
implementing this assessment plan.
The program assessment plan should be developed and approved by all faculty in the department. In addition, the program assessment plan
should be developed to include student input and external sources (e.g., national standards, advisory boards, employers, alumni, etc.).
Describe the process through which your academic unit created this assessment plan. Include the following:
a. Timeline regarding when or how often this plan will be reviewed and revised. (This could be aligned with your unit’s departmental review schedule.)
b. How students were included in the process and/or how student input was gathered and incorporated into the assessment plan.
c. What external sources were consulted in the development of this assessment plan?
d. Assessment of the manageability of the plan in relation to departmental resources and personnel