Written communication requires proper writing skills, grammar skills, and a range of vocabulary to present an idea clearly through writing and communicating effectively with a reader. It may also be necessary to have organizational skills within your writing to convey points and ideas better. Projects such as essays and research papers or day-to-day life often require written communication.
Goas set in the fall of 2021:
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I will develop a more effective writing style that better communicates my ideas to my professors and audiences.
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I will achieve a point where I can clearly and effectively write on complex subjects.
Adjusted goals:
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I will choose valuable sources and incorporate them into my essay effectively.
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I will capture the reader’s attention and present my analysis in an engaging and entertaining manner.
Written Communication
The learner will exchange ideas and information with others using written text in a manner effective and appropriate for the intended audience.
Oral communication is to speak correctly, with few grammatical errors and a variety of vocabulary, so one can customize their speaking style based on the audience and communicate ideas quickly and clearly. It may involve situations such as public speaking or giving a presentation. It is also helpful to have these skills for one-on-one conversations or future job interviews.
Goas set in the fall of 2021:
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I will practice giving speeches until I can speak as effortlessly in front of an audience, with as few flaws as possible and very little nervousness or anxiety affecting my speech.
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I will better organize my speeches in the future and study my audiences more closely when deciding upon my speech style.
Adjusted goals:
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I will practice giving speeches until I can speak as effortlessly in front of an audience, with as few flaws as possible and very little nervousness or anxiety affecting my speech.
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I will better organize my speeches in the future and study my audiences more closely when deciding upon my speech style.
Oral Communication
The learner will exchange ideas and information with others using the spoken word in a manner effective and appropriate for intended audience.
Critical thinking is the ability to dissect and analyze problems strategically. It is used quite often within subjects such as math or science, and it is necessary for many other aspects of education. It is the process of evaluating issues and forming solutions, whether mathematical, scientific, or otherwise.
Goas set in the fall of 2021:
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I will improve my mathematics skills, develop a strong mathematical base, and use critical thinking to succeed in pre-calculus.
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I will choose one zoology-related problem to analyze and create a solution for.
Adjusted goals:
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I will eliminate personal bias from this assignment and create a proposal based entirely on professional opinions and scholarly, factual information.
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I will choose one zoology-related problem to analyze and create a solution for.
Critical Thinking
The learner will identify, interpret, analyze, or synthesize problems before developing and implementing solutions in a manner effective and appropriate for the intended audience.
Intercultural competence is the ability to understand or empathize with others and function and work with people from different cultural backgrounds. Reflecting on similarities, observing the contrasts between your life and the lives of others, and being aware of the cultures surrounding us are essential in all aspects of life.
Goas set in the fall of 2021:
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I will choose one specific culture to study in-depth and write about.
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I will study how America has impacted other cultures and present my knowledge in writing.
Adjusted goals:
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I will analyze the marginalization of women within a specific culture.
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I will explore and analyze cultural differences within a different time period.
Intercultural Competence
The learner will demonstrate cultural awareness and objectivity through critical reflection.
Information literacy is the ability to discover, access, and appropriately use sources of information. Whether for an essay, a speech, or a job, it is essential to use scholarly sources effectively. It includes the avoidance of plagiarism, as well as problem-solving and thinking skills. Evaluating sources, preparing for a paper, and making decisions based on research are all situations that may include information literacy.
Goas set in the fall of 2021:
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I will choose three primary historical sources to study in-depth.
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I will find three zoologists or workers in the zoological field to interview and write about.
Adjusted goals:
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I will choose three primary historical sources to study in-depth.
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I will fully comprehend and reiterate the general idea of a source in a clear and effective manner.
Information Literacy
The learner will locate, identify, evaluate, use, and disseminate information ethically and responsibly.
