Curriculum proposal number 2010.60
University of Hawaii Maui College
Curriculum Action Request (CAR) Form
Course
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1. Author(s): Joie Taylor
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2. Department: STEM
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3. Date submitted to Curriculum Committee: 4/04/2011
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4. Type of action:
Addition:
regular
other; specify:
___ Another prereq
Modification:
alpha/number
title
credits
description
5. Existing course:
Alpha:
Number:
pre-requisite
co-requisite
recommended prep
other; specify:
Title:
Credits: credits
6. Proposed new/modified course:
Alpha: SSM Number:201 Title: Sustainable Building Design, Construction, and Operations Credits: 3
7. Reason for this curriculum action:
This course will support the AAS in Business Careers Option IV-Sustainability and will be a
requirement for the BAS Sustainable Science Management program completion. It will provide students
with the fundamental concepts and skills for sustainability and supports concepts from program SLOs.
8. New course description (or year of catalog and page number of current course description, if
unchanged):
Introduces principles of green building design and operations, including site planning and zoning,
construction practices, energy efficiency, economics of green building, benefits and barriers, and the
LEED rating system.
9. Pre-requisite(s) – see Prerequisite Style Sheet for samples:
SSM 101 and ENRG 101 both with grade C or better; or consent.
no
yes
10. Co-requisite(s):
11. Recommended preparation:
12. Cross listed:
no
yes; cite course alpha & number:
13. Student contact hours per week:
3 hr. lecture
hr. lab
hr. lecture/lab
hr. other; explain:
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14. Grading: Standard (Letter, Cr/NCr, Audit)
Explain, if not Standard grading:
15. Repeatable for credit:
no
yes; maximum is
credit or
unlimited.
(Most courses are not repeatable for additional credit; exceptions are courses such as internships and co-op courses.)
16. Special fees required:
no
yes; explain:
17. Proposed term of first offering: Spring
semester of 2012
year.
18. List catalog used and then degrees, certificates, prerequisites, and catalog sections and their page
numbers affected by this proposal: pages 40-41, Business Careers Options and page 142 Sustainable
Science Management Courses to be added
19. Maximum enrollment: 35 Rationale, if less than 35:
20. Special resources (personnel, supplies, etc.) required:
no
yes; explain:
21. Course is restricted to particular room type:
no
yes; explain:
22. Special scheduling considerations:
no
yes; explain:
23. Method(s) of delivery appropriate for this course: (check all that apply)
Traditional
HITS/Interactive TV
Cable TV
Online
Other, explain:
Hybrid
24. Mark all college-wide general education SLOs this course supports.
Std 1 - Written Communications
Std 2 – Quantitative Reasoning
Std 3 - Information Retrieval and Technology
Std 4 - Oral Communication
Std 5 - Critical Reasoning
Std 6 – Creativity
Other General Education SLOs, such as Ethics, Scientific Inquiry, or Service Learning.
Explain:
25. List all program SLOs this course supports? (Explain, if necessary)
Program SLO 1: Give examples of ways in which the features and functions of multiple systems are
interconnected, and explain how one system can be optimized without degrading other systems or
depleting natural resources Explain:
Program SLO 2: Identify, outline, and illustrate the fundamentals of existing and emerging technologies
in energy production, distribution and management, water supply, wastewater treatment, and waste
management, their applications, processes and requirements Explain:
Program SLO 3: Demonstrate skills related to managing sustainability projects including defining scope,
selecting achievable goals, evaluating ethical implications, working with diverse teams, making
presentations, and preparing reports Explain:
Program SLO 4: Prepare and justify creative solutions to sustainability challenges that are scientifically
sound Explain:
Program SLO 5:
Explain:
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26.
Course fulfills the following general education elective (GE) for CTE (Career Technical Education)
AS/AAS degrees (GE):
English (EN)/Communication (CM)
Quantitative Reasoning (QR)
Humanities (HU)
Natural Science (NS)
Social Science (SS)
Other:
Course is a requirement for the Business Careers Option IV program(s) AS/AAS degree or certificate
Course is a program elective for the
program(s) AS/AAS degree or certificate
27.
Course fulfills the following general education elective (GE) for the ABIT BAS degree:
English (EN)/Communication (CM)
Quantitative Reasoning (QR)
Humanities (HU)
Natural Science (NS)
Social Science (SS)
Other:
Course is a requirement for the ABIT BAS degree
Course is a program elective for the ABIT BAS degree
28.
Course fulfills a requirement for a proposed BAS SSM degree:
Pre- requisite course
Core
Capstone Course (CC)
Other:
Course is a program elective for a proposed BAS
degree
Course fulfills the following general education elective (GE) for the proposed BAS
English (EN)/Communication (CM)
Quantitative Reasoning (QR)
Humanities (HU)
Natural Science (NS)
Social Science (SS)
Other:
Course is applicable to the following additional BAS degrees:
29.
degree:
Course satisfies the following category for the AA degree*:
Category I: Foundations/Skills: Foundations I
Written Communication in English (FW)
Global and Multicultural Perspectives (FG)
Group A (before 1500 CE)
Group B (since 1500 CE)
Group C (pre-history to present)
Symbolic Reasoning (FS)
Category I: Foundations/Skills: Foundations II
Numeracy (FN)
Oral Communication in English (FO)
Computer/Information Processing and Retrieval (FI)
Category II: Breadth of Understanding and Experience
Human Understanding
The Individual (IN)
The Community (CO)
The Community – Global Perspective (CG)
Human Expression (HE)
Environmental Awareness (EA)
Environmental Awareness – Global Perspective (EG)
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Asia/Pacific Perspective (AP)
Category III Focus/Specialization/Area of Interest
Interest Area Discipline/Alpha: SSM
Elective (LE)
Other Graduation Requirements
Writing Intensive (is appropriate for WI)
Environmental Awareness Lab/course with lab (EL)
Hawaii Emphasis (HI)
* Submit the appropriate form(s) to have the course placed in the requested category (ies). Submit a course
outline, CAR, and appropriate forms to both the Curriculum Committee and the Foundations Board, if the
course satisfies Category I: Foundations/Skills: Foundations I or II.
30. Course
increases
decreases
makes no change to number of credits required for program(s)
affected by this action. Explain, if necessary:
31. Course is taught at another UH campus (see Sections 5 and 6 above):
no Explain why this course is proposed for UHMC:
To satisfy course requirements for the
AAS Business Careers Option IV which will teach the fundamentals of energy management and
energy efficiency in the built environment. A course in green building will cover the basics of
sustainability for buidlings.
yes Specify college(s), course, alpha, and number where same or similar course is taught:
32. Course is:
Not appropriate for articulation.
Appropriate* for articulation as a general education course at:
UHCC
UH Manoa UH Hilo UHWO
Previously articulated* as a general education course at:
UHCC UH Manoa UH Hilo UHWO
*Note: Submit Course Articulation Form if course is already articulated, or is appropriate for articulation,
as a general education (100-, 200-level) course.
Standardized and/or appropriate for articulation by PCC or other UH system agreement at:
UHCC
UH Manoa
UH Hilo
UHWO Explain:
Appropriate for articulation or has previously been articulated to a specific department or institution:
UHCC UH Manoa UH Hilo UHWO
Outside UH system Explain:
33. Additional Information (add additional pages if needed): Diversification Physical Science
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University of Hawaii Maui College
Curriculum Action Request (CAR) Signature Page
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Proposed by: Author or Program Coordinator
Date
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Checked by: Academic Subject Area Representative to Curriculum Committee Date
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Requested by Department: Department Chair
Date
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Recommended by: Curriculum Chair
Date
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Approved by Academic Senate: Academic Senate Chair
Date
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Endorsed by: Chief Academic Officer
Date
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Approved by: Chancellor
Date
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University of Hawaii Maui College
Course Outline
1. Alpha
SSM
Number
201
Course Title
Sustainable Building Design, Construction, and Operations
Credits
3
Department
STEM Author Joie Taylor
Date of Outline
3/9/2011
2. Course Description:
Effective Date Spring 2012
5-year Review Date 2018
Introduces principles of green building design and operations, including site
planning and zoning, construction practices, energy efficiency,
economics of green building, benefits and barriers, and the LEED rating
system.
Cross-list
Contact Hours/Type
3
3. Pre-requisites
SSM 101 and ENRG 101 both with grade C or better, or consent.
Pre-requisite may be waived by consent
yes
no
Co-requisites
Recommended Preparation
4. Function/Designation
AS Program
AA EA - Environmental Awareness
NS - Natural Science
List Additional Programs and Category:
AAS Program
NS - Natural Science
Business Careers Option IV; Sustainability
BAS Other
Additional Category
List Additional Programs and Category:
PQ - Pre-BAS Course
List Additional Programs and Category: BAS
Sustainable Science Management
Developmental/Remedial
Other/Additional: Explain:
See Curriculum Action Request (CAR) form for the college-wide general education student learning
outcomes (SLOs) and/or the program learning outcomes (PLOs) this course supports.
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This course outline is standardized and/or the result of a community college or system-wide
agreement.
Responsible committee:
5. Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs): List one to four inclusive SLOs.
For assessment, link these to #7 Recommended Course Content, and #9 Recommended Course
Requirements & Evaluation. Use roman numerals (I., II., III.) to designate SLOs
On successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
I. Describe and outline the general components of the LEED rating system for construction,
management, and operations
II. Describe the fundamentals of green building as identified by the United States Green Building
Commission
III. Conduct a basic assessment of energy efficiency of a small building including but not limited to
lighting, heating and AC, metering.
IV. Demonstrate skills related to managing sustainability projects including defining scope, selecting
achievable goals, evaluating ethical implications, working with diverse teams, making presentations,
and preparing reports
6. Competencies/Concepts/Issues/Skills
For assessment, link these to #7 Recommended Course Content, and #9 Recommended Course
Requirements & Evaluation. Use lower case letters (a., b.…zz. )to designate
competencies/skills/issues
On successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
a. Conduct an overview of basic site planning and analysis
b. Examine physiology required for human function (comfort and respiratory requirements, as well as
sensory perception)
c. Describe the scale and applicability of sustainable building practices
d. Use basic green house gas (GHG) calculators
e. Identify green operations and maintenance practices
f. Identify international entities adopting green, sustainable criteria for new construction and
renovations
7. Suggested Course Content and Approximate Time Spent on Each Topic
Linked to #5. Student Learning Outcomes and # 6 Competencies/Skills/Issues
1 week:
Smart Growth and Modern Development Practices (II, c,f)
2-3 weeks: Life Cycle and Life Cycle Cost Analysis (LCA) (III,IV, b,c,e)
1-2 weeks: Green Roofs (II,III, b,e,f)
2-3 weeks: Energy and Hydrologic Systems (II,III, a-f)
2-3 weeks: Interior Environments (I-III,a-c,e,f)
2-3 weeks: Green Buiding Processes (I-IV,a-f)
2-3 weeks: Building Water Concerns (I,II, a-c)
2-3 weeks: Sustainable Construction (I-IV, a-e)
2-3 weeks: Green Building Materials (I-IV,a-e)
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8. Text and Materials, Reference Materials, and Auxiliary Materials
Appropriate text(s) and materials will be chosen at the time the course is offered from those currently
available in the field. Examples include: Sustainable Construction: Green Building Design and
Delivery Charles J. Kibert (March 2005) John Wiley and Sons; ISBN: 978-0-471-66113-9
Appropriate reference materials will be chosen at the time the course is offered from those currently
available in the field. Examples include: This Land: The Battle over Sprawl and the Future of
America Anthony Flint (April 21, 2006) The Johns Hopkins University Press # ISBN-10: 0801884195
(available at the COOP)
Appropriate auxiliary materials will be chosen at the time the course is offered from those currently
available in the field. Examples include: Reading and material from : United States Green Building
Council, Green Schools, LEED certification basics; additional if needed.
9. Suggested Course Requirements and Evaluation
Linked to #5. Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) and #6 Competencies/Skills/Issues
Specific course requirements are at the discretion of the instructor at the time the course is being
offered. Suggested requirements might include, but are not limited to:
20 – 30%
0 -- 10%
0 --10%
0 – 30%
10-- 20%
0 -- 10%
Final Examination (I-IV, a-f)
In-class assignments (I-IV,a-f)
Assignments (I-IV,a-f)
Quizzes (I-IV, a-f)
Projects/Research/Presentations (I-IV,a-f)
Attendance and/or class participation (I-IV,a-f)
10. Methods of Instruction
Instructional methods will vary considerably by instructor. Specific methods are at the discretion of
the instructor teaching the course and might include, but are not limited to:
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
g.
h.
i.
Quizzes and tests with feedback and discussion;
Lectures and class discussion
Problem solving;
PowerPoint presentations;
Videos, DVDs, CD-ROMS;
Guest speakers;
Group activities;
Oral reports and other student presentations;
Homework assignments such as
- Reading, or watching, and writing summaries and reactions to current environmental issues
in the media including newspapers, video, magazines, journals;
- Lectures, web-based materials, and other sources;
- Reading text and reference materials and answering discussion questions;
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- Research environmental, social, and political sustainability problems and issues
j. Web-based assignments and activities;
k. Group and/or individual research projects with reports or poster presentations;
11. Assessment of Intended Student Learning Outcomes Standards Grid attached
12. Additional Information: Diversification Physical Sciences
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UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII MAUI COLLEGE
ASSOCIATE IN ARTS DEGREE
REVIEW OF COURSES FOR AA CATEGORY INCLUSION
SUBJECT ALPHA: ___SSM______
COURSE NUMBER: ____201_______
If the course is cross-listed, please provide the cross-listing: Subject _________ Course # _______
COURSE TITLE: _____Sustainable Building Design, Construction, and Operations
CATEGORY:
II – BREADTH OF UNDERSTANDING AND EXPERIENCE
SUB-CATEGORY: Environmental Awareness
RELATED PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOME: Students will demonstrate knowledge of natural
systems and environmental issues.
HALLMARKS:
To satisfy the Environmental Awareness requirement, a course will:
Develop students’ understanding of the interactions between an individual and the natural world.
Develop students’ understanding of balance in natural systems.
Introduce students to the terminology of the natural sciences.
Develop students’ understanding of theories relating to the processes of scientific inquiry.
Develop students’ understanding of inquiry guided by observation, experimentation, analysis, and
reasoning.
f) Develop students’ understanding of the strengths and limitations of the scientific method.
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
Is the course outline, on file with the UHMC Curriculum Committee, consistent with the Hallmarks stated
above? ___X__ Yes _____ No
If “No” and you wish to submit changes to correspond with the Hallmarks, attach a University of
Hawaii Maui College Curriculum Action Request (CAR) (Form 4-93) with new course outline.
OR
 Recommend course be changed to another sub-category: ____________________
OR
 Recommend course be used only as general elective
________________________________
Instructor’s Printed Name
_______________________________
Instructor’s Signature
Date
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UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII MAUI COLLEGE
ASSOCIATE IN ARTS DEGREE
REVIEW OF COURSES FOR DIVERSIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
Any UH course with a diversification or equivalent designation that transfers to another UH campus will
be accepted with the sending campus’ designation. At each participating UH campus, the diversification
designation is consistent with the hallmarks described below. Courses are approved through a campus
level process and reviewed at least every five years to ensure that the course continues to meet the
hallmarks.
SUBJECT ALPHA: ____SSM__________
COURSE NUMBER: ___201___________
If the course is cross-listed, please provide the cross-listing: Subject _________ Course # _______
COURSE TITLE: ___Sustainable Building Design, Construction, and Operations___
UH MANOA DIVERSIFICATION CATEGORY:
UHMC RECOMMENDED CATEGORY:_ Diversification Physical __(DP)_____
(Refer to attached Hallmarks)
Is the course outline, on file with the UHMC Curriculum Committee, consistent with the stated
Hallmarks? ___X__ Yes _____ No
If “No” and you wish to submit changes to correspond with the Hallmarks, attach a University of
Hawaii Maui College Curriculum Action Request (CAR) (Form 4-93) with new course outline.
OR
 Recommend course be changed to another sub-category: ____________________
OR
 Recommend course be used only as general elective
________________________________
Instructor’s Printed Name
_______________________________
Instructor’s Signature
Date
2/2010
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HALLMARKS:
To satisfy the Arts (DA) area requirement, at least two thirds of a course will
 Use the definitions, descriptions, and terminology of the visual arts, performing arts, and other
creative arts.
 Emphasize the acquisition of practical and theoretical skills necessary to produce visual, performing,
or other creative arts for primarily aesthetic purposes.
 Develop creative abilities in which artistic conventions are applied and originality is sought.
To satisfy the Humanities (DH) area requirement, at least two thirds of a course will
 Use the terminology of historical, philosophical, language, or religious studies.
 Involve texts, artifacts, concepts, processes, theories, or issues of concern in these studies.
 Demonstrate inquiry that that involves the methods of study, reflection, evidence gathering, and
argumentation that are employed in these studies.
To satisfy the Literatures (DL) area requirement, at least two thirds of a course will
 Use the terminology of literary and/or cultural analysis.
 Involve the study of texts, concepts, forms, figures, styles, tonalities, processes, theories, or issues
relating to literary and/or cultural analysis.
 Demonstrate inquiry that is guided by qualitative, argumentative, and/or quantitative methods
employed in literary and/or cultural analysis.
To satisfy the Biological Science (DB) area requirement, at least two thirds of a course will
 Use the terminology of the biological sciences.
 Involve knowledge and theories relating to processes in the biological sciences.
 Demonstrate inquiry that is guided by observation/experimentation and reasoning/mathematics.
To satisfy the Physical Science (DP) area requirement, at least two thirds of a course will
 Use the terminology of the physical sciences.
 Involve knowledge and theories relating to processes in the physical sciences.
 Demonstrate inquiry that is guided by observation/experimentation and reasoning and
mathematics.
To satisfy the Laboratory (DY) area requirement, at least two thirds of a course will
 Use the laboratory methods of the biological or physical sciences.
 Involve processes and issues of design, testing, and measurement.
 Demonstrate the strengths and limitations of the scientific method.
To satisfy the Social Sciences (DS) area requirement, at least two thirds of a course will
 Use the terminology of theories, structures, or processes in the social or psychological sciences.
 Involve the concepts, models, practices, or issues of concern in the scientific studies of those
theories, structures, or processes.
 Demonstrate inquiry that is guided by quantitative and/or qualitative methods employed in the
scientific study of structures or processes of these sciences.
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Assessment of Intended Student Learning Outcomes Standards – CCOWIQs with Ratings for SSM 201
Key:
3 = Major Emphasis: The student is actively involved (uses, reinforces, applies, and evaluated) in the student learning outcomes. The
learner outcome is the focus of the class.
2 = Moderate Emphasis: The student uses, reinforces, applies and is evaluated by this learner outcome, but it is not the focus of the class
1 = Minor Emphasis: The student is provided an opportunity to use, reinforce, and apply this learner outcome, but does not get evaluated
on this learner outcome
0 = No Emphasis: The student does not address this learner outcome
Standard 1: Written Communication
Write effectively to convey ideas that meet the needs of specific audiences and purposes.
1.1 Use writing to discover and articulate ideas
1.2 Identify and analyze the audience and purpose for any intended communication
1.3 Choose language, style and organization appropriate to particular purposes and audiences
1.4 Gather information and document sources appropriately
1.5 Express a main idea as a thesis, hypothesis, and other appropriate content
1.6 Develop a main idea clearly and concisely with appropriate content
1.7 Demonstrate mastery of the conventions of writing, including grammar, spelling, and mechanics
1.8 Demonstrate proficiency in revision and editing
1.9 Develop a personal voice in written communication
Standard 2: Quantitative Reasoning
Synthesize and articulate information using appropriate mathematical methods to solve problems and logically
address real-life situations.
2.1 Apply numeric, graphic and symbolic skills and other forms of quantitative reasoning, accurately and
appropriately
2.2 Demonstrate mastery of mathematical concepts, skills, and applications, using technology when appropriate
2.3 Communicate clearly and concisely the methods and results of quantitative problem solving
2.4 Formulate and test hypotheses using numerical experimentation
2.5 Define quantitative issues and problems, gather relevant information, analyze that information, and present
results
2.6 Assess the validity of statistical conclusions
Standard 3: Information Retrieval and Technology (Information Literacy)
Access, evaluate, and utilize information effectively, ethically and responsibly.
3.1 Use print and electronic information technology ethically and responsibly
3.2 Demonstrate knowledge of basic vocabulary, concepts, and operations of information technology and retrieval
3.3 Recognize, identify, and define an information need
3.4 Access and retrieve information through print and electronic media, evaluating the accuracy and authenticity
of that information
3.5 Create, manage, organize, and communicate information through electronic media
3.6 Recognize changing technologies and make informed choices about their appropriateness and use.
Standard 4: Oral Communication
Practice ethical and responsible oral communications appropriate to a variety of audiences and purposes.
4.1 Identify and analyze the audience and purpose of any intended communication.
4.2 Gather, evaluate, select, and organize information for the communication.
4.3 Use language, techniques, and strategies appropriate to the audience and occasion.
4.4 Speak clearly and confidently, using the voice, volume, tone, and articulation appropriate to the audience and
occasion
4.5 Summarize, analyze, and evaluate oral communications and ask coherent questions as needed.
4.6 Use competent oral expression to initiate and sustain discussion.
Standard 5: Critical Thinking
Apply critical reasoning skills to effectively address the challenges and solve problems.
5.1 Identify and state problems, issues, arguments, and questions contained in a body of information.
5.2 Identify and analyze assumptions and underlying points of view relating to an issue or problem.
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5.3 Formulate research questions that require descriptive and explanatory analyses.
5.4 Recognize and understand multiple modes of inquiry, including investigative methods based on observation
and analysis.
5.5 Evaluate a problem, distinguishing between relevant and irrelevant facts, opinions, assumptions, issues,
values, and biases through the use of appropriate evidence.
5.6 Apply problem-solving techniques and skills, including the rules of logic and logical sequence.
5.7 Synthesize information from various sources, drawing appropriate conclusions.
5.8 Communicate clearly and concisely the methods and results of logical reasoning.
5.9 Reflect upon and evaluate their thought processes, value system, and world views in comparison to those of
others.
Standard 6: Creativity
Able to express originality through a variety of forms.
6.1 Generates responses to problems and challenges through intuition and non-linear thinking.
6.2 Explores diverse approaches to solving a problem or addressing a challenge.
6.3 Sustains engagement in activities without a preconceived purpose.
6.4 Demonstrates the ability to trust and follow one’s instincts in the absence of external direction.
6.5 Applies creative principles to discover and express new ideas.
6.6 Builds upon or adapts the ideas of others to create novel expressions or new solutions.
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