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A student will acquire a foundation of intellectual and practical skills including communication, quantitative reasoning, qualitative reasoning (critical, analytical, and creative thinking), and technical and information literacies. Communication A student will be able to: •Write and speak effectively in a variety of settings (e.g. academic, civic and professional) •Appropriately use the conventions associated with writing and speaking •Acquire an awareness of audience and purpose •Understand the intent and impact of performed, spoken, written or visual texts Quantitative Reasoning A student will be able to: •Understand, interpret and represent mathematical information using symbolic, visual, numerical and verbal conventions •Solve problems using numeric, algebraic, geometric and statistical methods •Use quantitative information in context, and determine reasonableness of results •Use appropriate mathematical tools in problem solving (e.g. calculators, computers, measurement instruments and manipulatives) Qualitative Reasoning: Critical, Analytical and Creative Thinking A student will be able to: •Evaluate the logic, validity and relevance of arguments •Gather, interpret and evaluate information in a variety of forms (e.g. written, verbal, oral, visual, and aesthetic) •Use critical skills of analysis, evaluation, synthesis and application •Approach complex problems from diverse perspectives, considering alternative solutions Information Literacy A student will be able to: •Use library, multi-media, computer technology and other information sources to access, process and deliver information •Access information ethically, legally, effectively and efficiently •Evaluate the credibility of information Technical Literacy A student will be able to: •Make informed judgments about the value and risk of emerging technologies •Adapt to and utilize emerging technologies •Communicate knowledgeably regarding technological issues |