Gen Ed / Key Abilities

Gen Ed Core

Knowledge of Arts, Cultures and the Natural World

Arts & Humanities
Social Science (SIT & SSHB)
Science
Diversity & Global Awareness

Intellectual and Practical Skills

Communication
Information Literacy
Technological Competency
Quantitative Literacy

Click HERE for General Education Core goals and learning outcomes

Five Key Abilities

Communicate

They are able to share their ideas powerfully and clearly.

Analyze and Solve Problems

They can see and solve the problems around them, using solid data to draw and communicate reasonable conclusions.

Understand Diversity

They understand how each individual’s experiences shape our society, and how societies, in turn, shape the way local and global resources are used.

Engage in Ethical Questions

They identify ethical choices, consider alternatives and consequences, and choose actions keeping in mind everyone affected.

Use Technology

They select and ethically use appropriate technology to create, communicate and discover.

Five Key Abilities Rubrics

Communicate Rubric

Analyze/Solve Problems Rubric

Understand Diversity Rubric

Ethical Questions Rubric

Use Technolology Rubric

These key abilities help students navigate the world. In each class they take, they should expect to be challenged to develop and deepen these key abilities. After they graduate, these abilities will help them continue learning, adapt to change, and become citizens who can make wise choices and contribute to their communities.