CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT AND MANAGEMENT
STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES (SLO) MAPPING GUIDELINES
Use the following guidelines to
determine whether or not an SLO
should be mapped to course
objectives.
Communicate Effectively should be checked if the course assessment engages students in two or more of the
following:
 Create and compose a variety of documents that are purposeful, well-supported and well-organized and that
are grammatically and stylistically correct
 Construct and deliver a clear, well-supported verbal presentation appropriate to the audience and situation
 Demonstrate an ability to interact effectively and appropriately in a small group setting
 Locate appropriate and relevant information and evaluate its usefulness as support for oral and written
presentations
 Demonstrate an ability to correctly apply a recognized style of academic documentation
Integrate Technology should be checked if the course assessment engages students in two or more of the following:
 Identify technology appropriate for managing a task or problem
 Use technology effectively to perform a task or solve a problem
 Evaluate the results of using technology to perform a task or solve a problem
Demonstrate Critical Thinking should be checked if the course assessment engages students in two or more of the
following:
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Identify methods of reasoning
Examine accurate and reliable information from various sources
Analyze alternatives using valid evidence to support conclusions
Formulate appropriate solutions
Evaluate the effectiveness of thinking and problem solving methods
Diversity should be checked if the course assessment engages students in two or more of the following:
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Explain the impact of social, political, and economic factors on race and relations in our global society
Attend to diverse perspectives
Demonstrate the ability to work in diverse groups toward a common goal
Identify and explain social forces that can effect cultural change
Identify and explain diverse cultural customs, beliefs, traditions and lifestyles
Ethics should be checked if the course assessment engages students in three or more of the following:
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Evaluate ethical and social issues
Distinguish between fact and ethical decisions
Apply varied methods for guiding their decision-making processes
Demonstrate good citizenship
Personal Wellness should be checked if the course assessment engages students in two or more of the following:
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Display ongoing intellectual exploration
Practice physical well-being
Demonstrate aesthetic responsiveness
Exhibit adaptability and flexibility
Last Revised: 08.22.11