Success Skills

http://www2.hocking.edu/SuccessSkills/

Hocking College (OH)

Success Skills web site page http://www2.hocking.edu/SuccessSkills/

Success Skills

Success Skills and You

The Hocking College Success Skills are general, education outcomes needed on the job, at home, and in the community. They are work and life skills, behaviors, and attitudes that all students need to develop. Each Hocking program and discipline integrates the success skills into the curriculum and courses.

Success Skills address the areas that employers say are needed to be successful in your career. Employers rank these skills as most important in obtaining and keeping a job as well as advancing or seeking promotions.

Hocking College is committed to helping you develop the Success Skills in classes, labs, and field experiences as well as in co-curricular activities.

The Job and You

Once you obtain a job, local, state, regional, and national employers agree that your performance in the Success

Skills will help you:

 Keep your job

 Increase your learning power

 Increase the number of career opportunities available to you

 Be a life-long learner.

Communicates Effectively

The Communicates Effectively Success Skill deals with written and verbal communications skills and its subcomponents such as reading, grammar, public speaking, and listening skills.

Indicators

(Click on each Indicator to see it's sub-descriptors.)

(A-1)

 Reads, comprehends, analyzes and evaluates various types of writing.

(A-2)

 Logically organizes, develops and communicates an idea or position.

(A-3)

 Adapts communications to audience, situation and purpose.

(A-4)

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 Uses prewriting, drafting, revising and editing techniques.

(A-5)

 Uses appropriate vocabulary, grammar, punctuation, spelling and syntax.

(A-6)

 Writes effective business/ technical communications, including memos, letters and reports.

(A-7)

 Develops and conveys instructions and procedures clearly.

(A-8)

 Demonstrates public speaking skills.

(A-9)

 Applies effective listening techniques.

(A-10)

 Uses and perceives non-verbal cues.

Courses

These are some of the courses that will provide assessment and artifacts for the

Communicates Effectively Success Skill. o

Communications II - (COMM122) o

Communications III - (COMM123) o o o o

Speech - (COMM130)

Verbal Career Skills - (COMM135)

Focus On Success - (GS101)

Human Relations in Organizations - (SOCI169) o

Interpersonal Relationships - (PSYC154)

Co-Curricular

These are some of the Co-Curricular activities that will provide assessment and artifacts for the Communicates Effectively Success Skill. o

Clubs o o o o

Phi Theta Kappa

Student Senate

PACE Climbing

Hocking Heights Hall Council

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Demonstrates Math Skills

The Demonstrates Math Success Skill deals with the math skills that a student will encounter both on the job and in everyday life.

Indicators


(B-1)

 Solves addition, subtraction, multiplication and division problems.

(B-2)

 Estimates answers to math problems before solving.

(B-3)

 Applies basic math formulas and principles.

(B-4)

 Solves ratio, percentage, proportion, decimal, fraction and conversion problems.

(B-5)

 Solves basic geometric and algebraic problems.

(B-6)

 Interprets and constructs graphs, charts and tables.

(B-7)

 Expresses everyday relationships in mathematical terms.

Courses


Demonstrates Math Skills Success Skill. o

Basic Mathematics - (MATH101) o

Pre-Algebra - (MATH102) o o o o

Intro to Algebra - (MATH108)

Advanced Algebra - (MATH112)

Geometry and Trigonometry - (MATH110)

Comprehensive College Algebra - (MATH113) o o

Pre-Calculus - (MATH115)

Hospitality and Business Math - (MATH107B)

Co-Curricular

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These are some of the Co-Curricular activities that will provide assessment and artifacts for the Demonstrates Math Skills Success Skill. o

S.T.A.R.S (Student Team-involvement & Academic Recognition System o o o o o

Phi Theta Kappa

Computer Labs

Q.U.E.S.T.

The Learning Connection(TLC)

Accounting Club

Demonstrates Learning Critical Thinking, and Problem Solving Skills

The Demonstrates Learning Critical Thinking, and Problem Solving Success Skill deals with solving problems by thinking them through and learning from successes and failures.

Indicators


(C-1)

 Asks pertinent questions.

(C-2)

 Applies effective observation techniques.

(C-3)

 Gathers necessary information using a variety of primary and secondary sources and techniques.

(C-4)

 Analyzes and evaluates information for accuracy and relevance.

(C-5)

 Recognizes and summarizes salient points.

(C-6)

 Extrapolates, applies, synthesizes and intergrates knowledge gained from research.

(C-7)

 Perceives relationships.

(C-8)

 Identifies fallacious reasoning, and withholds judgement when evidence is inconsistent or incomplete.

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(C-9)

 Uses writing, math and visual representations to clarify thoughts and ideas.

(C-10)

 Analyzes own position in relation to alternative or conflicting viewpoints.

(C-11)

 Uses logical/systematic approach to solve problems and make decisions.

(C-12)

 Draws reasoned conclusions.

(C-13)

 Anticipates consequences.

(C-14)

 Devises alternative solutions to problems.

(C-15)

 Assesses personal and professional learning needs and establishes goals for improvement.

Courses


Demonstrates Learning Critical Thinking, and Problem Solving Skills Success Skill. o

Communications I - (COMM122) o o

Communications II - (COMM123)

Pre-Algebra - (MATH102) o o

Geometry and Trigonometry - (MATH110)


Co-Curricular

These are some of the Co-Curricular activities that will provide assessment and artifacts for the Demonstrates Learning and Critical Thinking Skills Success Skill. o

PACE Climbing o

S.T.A.R.S (Student Team-involvement & Academic Recognition System o o

District Scholar Program


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http://www2.hocking.edu/SuccessSkills/ o o o

Student Employment

Smart Start Program

Student Senate

Maintains Professional Skills and Attitudes

The Maintains Professional Skills and Attitudes Success Skill deals with the skills that help you find and hold a job, such as job search techniques, time management, use of work technology and attendance.

Indicators


(D-1)

 Practices job search techniques, including constructing resumes and participating in interviews.

(D-2)

 Demonstrates initiative.

(D-3)

 Meets performance expectations.

(D-4)

 Follows organizational policies and procedures.

(D-5)

 Recognizes organization structure and uses chain of command.

(D-6)

 Exhibits knowledge of basic principles of supervision and leadership.

(D-7)

 Sets priorities and manages time efficiently in accordance with priorities.

(D-8)

 Uses and applies pertinent technology, including computers.

(D-9)

 Adheres to health and safety standards and procedures, and plans how to react in emergencies.

(D-10)

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 Demonstrates promptness and regular attendance.

(D-11)

 Maintains image consistent with technology standards.

Courses

These are some of the courses that will provide assessment and artifacts for the Maintains

Professional Skills and Attitudes Success Skill. o

Job Search Techniques - (COMM104) o

Human Relations in Organizations - (SOCI169)

Co-Curricular

These are some of the Co-Curricular activities that will provide assessment and artifacts for the Maintains Professional Skills and Attitudes Success Skill. o

Student Senate o o o

Kappa Beta Delta

Smart Start Program

Study Abroad Program

Practices Human Relations Skills

The Practices Human Relations Skills Success Skill deals with the skills that help you interact efficiently with other people, both on the job and in everyday life.

Indicators


(E-1)

 Exhibits trusting and trustworthy behavior.

(E-2)

 Exhibits confidence in self and others.

(E-3)

 Recognizes the value of humor.

(E-4)

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 Empathizes with others. Considers varied perspectives.

(E-5)

 Works effectively within groups.

(E-6)

 Resolves conflicts constructively.

(E-7)

 Engages in on-going self-assessment.

Courses

These are some of the courses that will provide assessment and artifacts for the Practices Human Relations Skills

Success Skill. o

Job Search Techniques - (COMM104) o o o

Interpersonal Relationships - (PSYC154)

Human Relations in Organisms - (SOCI169)


Co-Curricular

These are some of the Co-Curricular activities that will provide assessment and artifacts for the Practices Human

Relations Skills Success Skill. o

Clubs o o


Hocking Heights Hall Council o o

Q.U.E.S.T.

Smart Start

Knowledge of Science and the Environment

The Knowledge of Science and the Environment Success Skill deals with learning basic scientific techniques and how to apply them to real life situations.

Indicators


(F-1)

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 Demonstrates knowledge of basic scientific principles.

(F-2)

 Uses scientific methods to solve problems.

(F-3)

 Demonstrates awareness of human physiological, psychological, and social development.

(F-4)

 Demonstrates understanding of factors which contribute to physical and emotional health.

(F-5)

 Recognizes sound ecological principles.

Courses

These are some of the courses that will provide assessment and artifacts for the Knowledge of Science and the Environment Success Skill. o o

The Human Organism - (BIOS112)

Health Science: The Human Machine - (BIOS100) o

Environmental Science - (BIOS101)

Co-Curricular

These are some of the Co-Curricular activities that will provide assessment and artifacts for the Knowledge of Science and the Environment Success Skill. o o o o o

Phi Theta Kappa

Smart Start Program


PACE Fitness

Ceramic Society

Community, Cultural and Global Awareness

The Community, Cultural, and Global Awareness Success Skill deals with learning basic scientific techniques and how to apply them to real life situations.

Indicators


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(G-1)

 Demonstrates knowledge of economic, social, ecological and political processes.

(G-2)

 Demonstrates knowledge of principles of democracy, rights of individuals and civic responsibilities.

(G-3)

 Demonstrates awareness of regional cultural, ethnic and racial differences.

(G-4)

 Respects rights and dignity of diverse groups.

(G-5)

 Demonstrates knowledge of social dynamics and social structures.

(G-6)

 Exhibits understanding of historical and current events.

(G-7)

 Demonstrates a commitment to responding to the needs and interests of the community.

(G-8)

 Demonstrates knowledge of how field study contributes to regional and global economy.

(G-9)

 Demonstrates knowledge of historical development of field study.

(G-10)

 Demonstrates knowledge of, and experiences the arts as a reflection of humanity.

Courses


Community, Cultural, and Global Awareness Success Skill. o o o

Social and Cultural Awareness - (SOCI153)

Intro to Sociology - (SOCI160)

Intro to Psychology - (PSYCH150) o o


Cross Cultural Studies - (SOCI165)

Co-Curricular

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These are some of the Co-Curricular activities that will provide assessment and artifacts for the Community, Cultural, and Global Awareness Success Skill. o

Clubs o o o o o



Q.U.E.S.T.

Bourbon Street Bash (The Inn at Hocking College)

Cinco de Mayo (The Inn at Hocking College)

Maintains a Code of Ethics

The Maintains a Code of Ethics Success Skill deals with honest responsible citizenship and the morals of everyday living.

Indicators


(H-1)

 Acts Honestly.

(H-2)

 Acts responsibly.

(H-3)

 Acts in accordance with a reasoned and defensible code of ethics.

(H-4)

 Resolves value conflicts and moral dilemmas through a decision-making process.

(H-5)

 Accepts accountability for own action or inaction.

(H-6)

 Respects rights and dignity of others.

(H-7)

 Respects intellectual property rights.

Courses

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These are some of the courses that will provide assessment and artifacts for the Maintains a Code of Ethics Success Skill. o

Social and Cultural Awareness - (SOCI153) o o o

Intro to Sociology - (SOCI160)

Ethics/Values and Morality - (HUM203)


Co-Curricular

These are some of the Co-Curricular activities that will provide assessment and artifacts for the Maintains a Code of Ethics Success Skill. o

Unity Board o

Hocking Heights Hall Council o o o

Campus Ministry

Kappa Beta Delta

The Learning Center(TLC)

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