Student Learning Outcomes (Instructional) Mapping Grid (SLOs to PLOs to GELOs)
Course Title: Biology 3
PLO 1
SLO 1
SLO 2
SLO 3
SLO 4
SLO 5
SLO 6
SLO 7
SLO 8
PLO 2
PLO 3
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x
x
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x
x
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x
GELO 1
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x
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x
GELO 2
x
GELO 3
x
GELO 4
GELO 5
x
x
x
GELO 6
GELO 7
GELO 8
GELO 9
GELO 10
GELO 11
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Course Learning Outcomes (SLOs)
1. Evaluate current scientific literature and examine how the scientific method is employed in biological research.
2. Identify levels of biological organization and apply these concepts to living systems- by examining anatomical and physiological features; by investigating chemical and energy relationships
3. Assess human impacts on natural systems and critically evaluate solutions to environmental problems
4. Explore the cellular basis of life through the study of microscopy.
5. Apply the principles of Mendelian genetics to evolutionary theory and human medicine
6. Recognize the function of DNA and how its discovery has impacted modern science
7. Classify the wide range of living organisms and identify the evolutionary mechanisms that have impacted this diversity.
8. Recognize the chemical basis of life
Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)
1. Demonstrate basic knowledge of comparative anatomy and comparative physiology
2. Demonstrate basic microscopic techniques required for all Biology fields
3. Critically evaluate scientific research
Reedley College General Education Learning Outcomes (GELOs)
1. Interpret various types of written, visual, and verbal information.
2. Organize ideas and communicate precisely and clearly to express complex thoughts both orally and in writing.
3. Analyze quantitative information and apply scientific methodologies.
4. Employ critical and creative modes of inquiry to solve problems, explore alternatives, and make decisions.
5. Synthesize researched information obtained from accurate, credible, and relevant sources to support, advance, or rebut an opinion.
6. Analyze the fine arts, humanities, and social sciences from cultural, historic, and aesthetic perspectives.
7. Apply historical and contemporary issues and events to civic and social responsibility.
8. Demonstrate sensitive and respectful treatment of a variety of ethnic, religious, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
9. Assess current knowledge, skills, and abilities to further develop them and apply them to new situations.
10. Incorporate physical and emotional principles to make healthy lifestyle choices.
11. Make ethical personal and professional choices.