Program Outcomes Assessment (POA) Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) are clear statements about what students will have gained competency in when they complete instruction in a course or how they demonstrate learning that has developed across courses in the program. SLOs should be described using action language like that which is found in the framework of Bloom’s Taxonomy.

 

 

Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) should:

• Use active verbs to clearly state what STUDENTS will know and/or understand and be able to do with that knowledge or understanding when they complete their program (credit: University of Nebraska-Lincoln PEARL).
• Align with the mission and goals of the department, college, and institution.
• Be meaningful and manageable (credit: Bresciani).
• Communicate clearly with a variety of audiences the learning that is expected of students participating in the program.

 

OSU Assessment recommends that each academic program assess a minimum of three SLOs that address the knowledge, skills, and disposition that students will gain through their experience in the program.

• Knowledge – Includes the content specific information that students will learn throughout their course work (e.g., core content, application of knowledge, pedagogy)
• Skills – Includes the abilities that students will have as a result of their time in the program (e.g., critical thinking, communication, research)
• Disposition – Includes the social skills and interpersonal abilities that students will possess to continue on in their field or workforce after they complete their degree (e.g., leadership, career readiness, ethics)

 

Below are the current SLOs being assessed for each of OSU’s academic programs. For more information on SLOs and program outcomes assessment, please contact our team at assessment@okstate.edu.

 

College of Arts and Sciences
College of Education and Human Sciences
College of Engineering, Architecture, and TechnologyCollege of Veterinary Medicine
Ferguson College of Agriculture
Global Studies
Graduate College
University Studies
William S. Spears School of Business

 

 

Current SLOs by College and Program

 

College of Arts and Sciences

• Program (CAS) - AMST - American Studies (BA) - 416
  • Core American Studies Concepts - Graduates will demonstrate mastery of core concepts in American Studies (the student is able to understand how issues of social identity, location, knowledge and power are interrelated and to draw connections between subjects across disciplines).
  • Critical Thinking Skills - Graduates will demonstrate competence in critical thinking skills (the student is able to identify, analyze, and evaluate knowledge claims and arguments).
  • Written Communication - Graduates will demonstrate competence in written communication (the student is able to express him/her/themselves in an effective manner).
• Program (CAS) - AMST - American Studies (BS) – 526
  • Core American American Studies Concepts - Graduates will demonstrate mastery of core concepts in American Studies (the student is able to understand how issues of social identity, location, knowledge and power are interrelated and to draw connections between subjects across disciplines).
  • Critical Thinking Skills - Graduates will demonstrate competence in critical thinking skills (the student is able to identify, analyze, and evaluate knowledge claims and arguments).
  • Senior Survey - Graduating seniors will express better than average satisfaction with the degree program as judged by their responses to items on the American Studies Senior Survey
  • Written Communication - Graduates will demonstrate competence in written communication (the student is able to express him/her/themselves in an effective manner).
• Program (CAS) - ART - Art History (MA) – 485
  • Critical Thinking - Identification of problems/questions at issue; Consideration of other salient positions; Consideration of context; Assessment and use of supporting evidence; Discussion of conclusions, implications, consequences; Presentation of student perspective/position
  • Effective Writing - Content; Organization; Style (including grammar and vocabulary); Documentation and citation
  • Research Skills - Design appropriate topics; Conduct in-depth research and demonstrate knowledge of work on the topics; Formulate a thesis supported by evidence; Awareness of relevant theories and methodologies; Consultation of primary sources
  • Substantive Mastery - Knowledge of main art historical trends;  recognize and identify theories and methodologies; identify key scholars and their work.
• Program (CAS) - ART - Art: Art History (BA) - 024
  • ART HISTORICAL ARGUMENT DEVELOPMENT - Students introduce a clearly identifiable thesis statement & parameters of topic; review pertinent interpretations of where this research fits within interpretive schools; make effective use of a wide variety of appropriate sources; present evidence for a decisive case in support of the thesis statement; place the results into a larger context.
  • Methodology - Students used a theory or method other than iconographic or formal analysis.  Students seem to have a clear understanding of the theory or method used.  The theory or method add to the argument rather than garnering a perfunctory mention.
  • Oral Presentation - Speed and tone of presentation were effective; students demonstrate awareness of grammatical rules and attempt appropriate pronunciation; students interact with visuals effectively; students engage productively in question and answer session.
  • Visuals during Oral Presentation - Visuals contribute to argument and were complete (none missing that undermined argument).  Visuals were well organized to support argument.
• Program (CAS) - ART - Art: Graphic Design (BFA) - 233
  • Command of Medium - Students should demonstrate technical ability in their mode of expression to generate their designs.
  • Conceptual Skills and Problem Solving - Students should be able to visualize the idea and intention of their designs.
  • Design and Aesthetics - Students should use design principles such as hierarchy, alignment, unity, and space to complement and enhance their designs.
  • Presentation Skills - Students should present design projects professionally (client ready) with all necessary information to get the message across.
  • Visual Communication - Students should be able to communicate information and ideas efficiently and help convey meaning.
• Program (CAS) - ART - Art: Studio Art (BA) – 024
  • Demonstrated Conceptual Level - Demonstrated Conceptual Level
  • Demonstrated Evidence of Professional Development - Demonstrated Evidence of Professional Development
  • Demonstrated Technical Level - Demonstrated Technical Level
  • Historical/Contemporary Artist Awareness - Historical/Contemporary Artist Awareness
  • Overall Strength of Portfolio - Overall Strength of Portfolio
  • Quality of Artist’s Statement - Quality of Artist’s Statement
• Program (CAS) - ART - Art: Studio Art (BFA) - 233
  • Demonstrated Conceptual Level - Graduates will demonstrate the development of effective visual conceptual abilities
  • Demonstrated Conceptual Level_1 - Graduates will demonstrate the development of effective visual conceptual abilities
  • Demonstrated Evidence of Professional Development - Graduates will demonstrate evidence of professional development
  • Demonstrated Technical Level - Graduates will demonstrate a proficiency of craft and technical expertise
  • Historical/Contemporary Artist Awareness - Graduates will demonstrate the ability to draw upon historical and contemporary artistic influences
  • Overall Strength of Portfolio - Graduates will demonstrate a consistency and cohesiveness in the body of the artwork produced
  • Quality of Artist’s Statement - Graduates will demonstrate the ability to convey conceptual intent in written and oral form
• Program (CAS) - ART - Graphic Design (MFA) - 504
  • Command of Medium - Students should demonstrate technical ability in their mode of expression to generate their designs.
  • Conceptual approach - Students should be able to visualize the idea and intention of their designs.
  • Craftsmanship - Students should present design projects professionally.
  • Design and Aesthetics - Students should use design principles such as hierarchy, alignment, unity, and space to complement and enhance their designs.
  • Inquiry, rigor and initiative - Students should acquire skills through making and investigating the complexities of design solutions.
  • Problem identification and application of design process -
  • Problem identification and application of design process
  • Research - Students should be able to gather, distill, and apply new thoughts, questions and answers to their design projects.
  • Visual Communication - Students should be able to communicate information and ideas efficiently and help convey meaning.
• Program (CAS) - CDIS - Communication Science & Disorders (BS) - 213
  • Communication via Presentation - Students will demonstrate facility with oral communication and presentations.
  • Knowledge of CDIS - Students will demonstrate knowledge of normal and disordered processes of communication and swallowing
  • Research Involvement - A) Students will demonstrate proficiency in academic writing, graphical and tabular presentation, and communication of research results through participation as an author in a peer-reviewed conference presentation B) Students will demonstrate proficiency in academic writing as well as graphical and tabular presentation through participation in the writing of a research publication, the peer review process, and eventual publication. C) Students will demonstrate proficiency in academic writing as well as graphical and tabular presentation through the development of an honors thesis.
  • Student Satisfaction Survey - Student satisfaction with their coursework in Communication Sciences and Disorders (CDIS) will be assessed through an exit survey that will be administered in the spring of the students' senior year in the undergraduate program. Ratings will be made on a 1-10 scale where 10 indicates the highest level of satisfaction.
  • Written Communication - Students will demonstrate facility with written communication
• Program (CAS) - CDIS - Communication Sciences & Disorders (MS) - 430
  • Communication via Presentation - Students will demonstrate facility with oral communication pertinent to clinical practice.
  • Knowledge of CDIS - Students will demonstrate knowledge of the scientific and research foundations of the profession. This knowledge will be demonstrated through passing scores on the nationwide Praxis examination. Per ETS, the makers of the Praxis exam, students must demonstrate "knowledge important for independent practice as a speech-language pathologist in all primary employment settings, including schools, hospitals, clinics, private practice, etc." https://www.ets.org/pdfs/praxis/5331.pdf Additionally, the Praxis exam was commissioned by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, the governing body of the discipline, and a passing score is required in order for students to be certified as speech-language pathologists.
  • Research Involvement - A) Students will demonstrate proficiency in academic writing as well as graphical and tabular presentation through the development of an honors thesis. B) Students will demonstrate proficiency in academic writing, graphical and tabular presentation, and communication of research results through participation as an author in a peer-reviewed conference presentation C) Students will demonstrate proficiency in academic writing as well as graphical and tabular presentation through participation in the writing of a research publication, the peer review process, and eventual publication.
  • Student Satisfaction Survey - Student satisfaction with their clinical and academic training will be assessed through an exit survey that will be administered in the spring of the students' final year (typically 2nd year) in the graduate program. Ratings will be made on a 1-10 scale where 10 indicates the highest level of satisfaction.
  • Written Communication - Students will demonstrate knowledge of normal and disordered processes of speech, language, and swallowing through written communication pertinent to clinical practice.
• Program (CAS) - CDIS - Communication Sciences & Disorders (UCRT) - 265
  • Student Satisfaction Survey - Student satisfaction with their coursework in Communication Sciences and Disorders (CDIS) will be assessed through an exit survey that will be administered in the spring just before students finish the certificate program. Ratings will be made on a 1-10 scale where 10 indicates the highest level of satisfaction.
  • Students Attending Graduate Programs - Students will be surveyed to obtain a count of the number that have been accepted into a program for graduate studies.
  • Students Working as SLPAs - Students will be surveyed to obtain a count of the number that have started work as a speech-language pathology assistant (SLPA).
• Program (CAS) - CHEM - Biochemistry (BS) - 026
  • SLO 1: Scientific Reasoning - Students will apply scientific reasoning to principles important to foundational concepts in chemistry and demonstrate relevant critical thinking skills in solving problems in chemistry. For the BIOC degree, there is an increased emphasis on biochemical and biophysical upper level courses involved in this SLO.
  • SLO 2: Writing Communication Skills - Student will demonstrate knowledge of evaluating and using chemical literature by communicating advanced chemical concepts and research outcomes in written reports from independent chemical research classes. The BIOC degrees involve written reports focused more on biochemical and biophysical independent research project work.
  • SLO 3: Oral Communication - Student will demonstrate knowledge and understanding of independent research class outcomes and the relation of those outcomes to current scientific knowledge through communication in oral talks and/or poster presentations in a formal professional environment. The BIOC degree oral presentations generally involve an enhanced focus on biochemical and biophysical related research project efforts and topics.
• Program (CAS) - CHEM - Chemistry (MS) - 045
  • SLO 1: Knowledge - SLO 1: Comprehension of fundamental principles: MS degree program students will demonstrate a solid grasp of concepts in the core sub-disciplines of chemistry. This satisfies a core MS degree goal of enhanced knowledge  in a target specialty of their interest.
  • SLO 2: Knowledge in Lab - PhD degree program participants will show a clear understanding of effective laboratory practices, awareness of necessary information resources, and knowledge of critically important safety practices and ethics. This is a critical assessment of disposition necessary for success as a chemist at the MS level, as such graduates will often be tasked with training of other researchers.
  • SLO 3: Teaching Skills - MS degree program Teaching Assistants (TAs) will demonstrate effective teaching skills, effective facilitation of laboratory activities, and execution of other TA assignments, such as grading, proctoring, and facilitating discussions outside classroom. These training and management skills are core experiences for graduate studies.
• Program (CAS) - CHEM - Chemistry (PhD) - 046
  • SLO 1: Technical Knowledge - PhD students will demonstrate a foundational knowledge of chemical principles in the core disciplines of chemistry. This satisfies a core PhD degree goal of mastery and original developments in a target specialty of their interest.
  • SLO 2: Behavior in Lab - PhD degree program participants will show a clear understanding of effective laboratory practices, awareness of necessary information resources, and knowledge of critically important safety practices and ethics. This is a critical assessment of disposition necessary for success as a chemist at the PhD level, as such graduates will often be tasked with training of other future scientists.
  • SLO 3: Teaching Skills - PhD degree program Teaching Assistants (TAs) will demonstrate effective teaching skills, effective facilitation of laboratory activities, and execution of other TA assignments, such as grading, proctoring, and facilitating discussions outside classroom. These training and management skills are core experiences for graduate studies.
  • SLO 4: Written Communication - Graduates will be able to demonstrate a mastery of their chosen chemical specialty in a written PhD dissertation, a work that documents their critical original findings and efforts.
  • SLO 5: Oral Communication - PhD degree seeking students will be able to effectively communicate with peers and external scientific experts to translate knowledge and new discoveries. Such oral communication is critical to success and aligns with future expectations for PhD scientists.
• Program (CAS) - CHEM - Chemistry: ACS Approved (BS) - 044
  • SLO 1: Scientific Reasoning and Critical Thinking - Students will know and be able to apply scientific reasoning to principles and problem solving in areas important to foundational concepts in chemistry. For the ACS degree, there is an increased emphasis on laboratory course work and reasoning, as laboratory components are required aspects for American Chemical Society certification.
  • SLO 2: Writing Communication Skills - Students will be able to demonstrate proficiency in writing skills and accurately apply scientific literature in completing their project in CHEM 4990. The ACS degree involves a critical aim of preparing graduates to be proficient in scientific writing, making strong performance in written communication desired.
  • SLO 3: Oral Communication Skills - Student will demonstrate knowledge and understanding of independent research class outcomes and the relation of those outcomes to current scientific knowledge through communication in oral talks and/or poster presentations in a formal professional environment. The ACS degree oral presentations generally involve a more in-depth development of scientific findings as the ACS majors are prepared with a goal of eventual success in professional schooling programs beyond their undergraduate experience.
• Program (CAS) - CHEM - Chemistry: Departmental Degree (BS) - 044
  • SLO 1: Scientific Reasoning - Students will know and be able to apply scientific reasoning to principles and solving of problems that are important to foundational concepts in chemistry. For the DEPT degree, students will have a broad coursework sampling for evaluation of reasoning, with a slightly reduced emphasis on advanced technical studies.
  • SLO 2: Writing and Communication Skills - Students will be able to demonstrate proficiency in writing skills and accurately apply scientific literature in completing their project in CHEM 4990. The DEPT degree is a general degree that still expects strong student experiences in applied chemical research project work, though this research will span the full range of areas.
  • SLO 3: Oral Communication - Student will demonstrate knowledge and understanding of independent research class outcomes and the relation of those outcomes to current scientific knowledge through communication in oral talks and/or poster presentations in a formal professional environment. The DEPT degree oral presentations span a broad series of preparations spanning health, education, and general chemistry related works.
• Program (CAS) - CHEM- Medicinal Chemistry (BS) - 530
  • SLO 1: Scientific Reasoning and Critical Thinking - Students will be able to demonstrate and apply scientific reasoning and critical thinking in understanding principles important to foundational concepts in chemistry.
  • SLO 2: Writing Communication Skills - Students will be able to communicate advanced chemical concepts and research outcomes in written reports in independent chemical research classes, like CHEM 4990. The MBC degree is a slightly specialized degree program with an emphasis on preparing students for pharmaceutical and medical related societal fields, and the reports will tend to involve related areas of independent research project work.
  • SLO 3: Oral Communication - Student will demonstrate knowledge and understanding of independent research class outcomes and the relation of those outcomes to current scientific knowledge through communication in oral talks and/or poster presentations in a formal professional environment. The MBC degree oral presentations generally involve an enhanced focus on medicinal and biophysical chemistry research project efforts and topics.
• Program (CAS) - CS - Computer Science (BS) - 052
  • Analysis and Application  - Analyze a complex computing problem and apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions.
  • Analysis and Application - Analyze a complex computing problem and apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions.
  • Application  - Apply computer science theory and software development fundamentals to produce computing-based solutions.
  • Application - Apply computer science theory and software development fundamentals to produce computing-based solutions
  • Communication Skills - 1. Graduates will be able to effectively develop oral and written communications to convey knowledge of environmental science to a variety of audiences.
  • Design, Implement and Evaluate  - Design, implement and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the program’s discipline.
  • Design, Implement and Evaluate - Design, implement and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the program’s discipline
  • Effective Communication  - Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts.
  • Effective Communication - Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts.
  • Professional Responsibilities  - Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles.
  • Professional responsibilities - Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgements in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles.
  • Team Coordination  - Function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program’s discipline.
  • Team Coordination - Function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program’s discipline
• Program (CAS) - CS - Computer Science (MS) - 053
  • Communication - Communicates research results effectively in both written and oral forms using language appropriate to the field of study.
  • Data Analysis - Gathers, organizes, analyses, and reports data using a conceptual framework appropriate to the research question and to the field of study.
  • Knowledge - Reviews the literature in a way that demonstrates a comprehensive understanding of the existing research in the area of study.
  • Knowledge in Field - Has gained an understanding of the computer science concepts as covered in the Master of Science core courses and their prerequisites.
  • Reporting - Interprets research results in a way that adds to the understanding of the field of study and relates the findings to teaching and learning.
  • Research - Identifies research questions or problems pertinent to the field of study in order to provide a focus for making a significant contribution to the field.
  • Research Plan - Has established a productive research agenda that prepares her/him to extend the research beyond graduate school.
• Program (CAS) - CS - Computer Science (PhD) - 054
  Communication - Communicates research results effectively in both written and oral forms using language appropriate to the field of study.
  Data Analysis - Gathers, organizes, analyses, and reports data using a conceptual framework appropriate to the research question and to the field of study.
  Knowledge - Has the capability and the background necessary to conduct short-term expository research in an assigned area.
  Publication - Has had her/his research results published or accepted for publication in peer-reviewed and refereed conferences or journals.
  Reporting - Interprets research results in a way that adds to the understanding of the field of study and relates the findings to teaching and learning.
  Research - Reviews the literature in a way that demonstrates a comprehensive understanding of the research in the area of study.
  Research Plan - Has established a productive research agenda that prepares her/him to extend the research beyond graduate school.
  Research Question - Identifies research questions or problems pertinent to the field of study in order to provide a focus for making a significant contribution to the field.
• Program (CAS) - DEAN - Multidisciplinary Studies (BA) - 443
  • critical thinking skills - Critical thinking skills involving the analysis, interpretation, and discussion of
  • research results/findings
  • implementation of appropriate research methods - An ability to implement appropriate research methods
  • understanding literature - A thorough understanding of literature relevant to a selected research topic
  • writing a thesis statement - The ability to write a clear and original thesis statement
  • written communication skills - Strong written communication skills
• Program (CAS) - DEAN - Multidisciplinary Studies (BS) - 442
  Communication - Strong written communication skills
  Critical thinking - Critical thinking skills involving the analysis, interpretation, and discussion of
  research results/findings.
  Literature - A thorough understanding of literature relevant to a selected research topic
  Research Plan - An ability to implement appropriate research methods
  Thesis statement - The ability to write a clear and original thesis statement
• Program (CAS) - DLL - American Sign Language (BA) - 293
  • Communication - PLO 1: Communicate receptively and expressively in ASL at an intermediate-high to mid-advanced level based on ACTFL standards.
  • Critial Thinking - PLO 3: Demonstrate critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
  • History and Culture - PLO 2: Demonstrate a broad knowledge of Deaf people’s histories and cultures.
• Program (CAS) - DLL - French (BA) - 103
  • Cultural Proficiency - Students should have achieved significant familiarity with the literary history and culture of France and the francophone world.
  • Listening and Speaking Proficiencies - At the 2000 level, students should have achieved an intermediate to intermediate high level of speaking proficiency. This means that they should comfortably be able to express themselves at a sentence level during a sustained conversation.
  • At the 3000 to 4000 levels, students should have achieved an intermediate high to advanced level of speaking proficiency. This means that they should be capable of expressing themselves at paragraph level for short periods of time.
  • Reading and Writing Proficiencies - At the 2000 level, students should be able express themselves accurately, in short to intermediate paragraph format, on a broad range of contemporary discussion topics.
  • At the 3000 to 4000 levels, students should be able to demonstrate writing proficiency in short paper format, mostly on a limited range of topics such as literature and cultural history.
• Program (CAS) - DLL - German (BA) - 113
  • Cultural Competence - Students should have achieved significant familiarity with the literary history and culture of the German-speaking world.
  • Listening and Speaking Proficiencies - At the 2000 level, students are expected achieve an intermediate to intermediate high level of speaking proficiency. This means that they should be able to express themselves accurately and fluently in simple sentences during a sustained conversation.
  • At the 3000 to 4000 levels, students are expected to achieve an intermediate high to advanced level of speaking proficiency. This means that they should be capable of expressing themselves using linguistic structures of greater complexity, such as complex sentences, multiple tenses, the subjunctive mood and the passive voice.
  • Reading and Writing Proficiencies - At the 2000 level, students should be able express themselves accurately, in short to intermediate paragraph format, on a broad range of contemporary discussion topics.
  • At the 3000 to 4000 levels, students should be able to demonstrate writing proficiency in short paper format, mostly on a limited range of topics such as literature and cultural history.
• Program (CAS) - DLL - Spanish (BA) - 188
  • Cultural Competence - Students should have achieved significant familiarity with the literary history and culture of the Spanish-speaking world.
  • Cultural Proficiency  - Cultural knowledge
  • Listening and Speaking Proficiencies - At the 2000 level, students should have achieved an intermediate to intermediate high level of speaking proficiency. This means that they should comfortably be able to express themselves at a sentence level during a sustained conversation.
  • At the 3000 to 4000 levels, students should have achieved an intermediate high to advanced level of speaking proficiency. This means that they should be capable of expressing themselves at paragraph level for short periods of time.
  • Listening and Speaking Proficiency  - Oral language skills, Listening skills
  • Reading and Writing Proficiencies - At the 2000 level, students should be able to express themselves accurately, in short to intermediate paragraph format, on a broad range of contemporary discussion topics.
  • At the 3000 to 4000 levels, students should be able to demonstrate writing proficiency in short paper format, mostly on a limited range of topics such as literature and cultural history.
  • Writing Proficiency - Writing skills
• Program (CAS) - ECON - Economics (BA) - 249
  • I. Economic Theory - Undergraduate students will demonstrate the abilities to understand economic theories and models and to interpret data, graphs and charts to explain economic behavior and events.   
  • Student Learning Objective 1: Students will be able to apply graphical skills to analyze key economic models and explain economic activity.
  • II. Critical Thinking - Undergraduate students will demonstrate the abilities to investigate and assess economics problems and policies through the use of economic models and statistical tools.
  • Student Learning Objective 2: Students will be able to evaluate ideas and points of view on economic problems and policies using economic theory and data analysis.
  • III. Quantitative Reasoning - Undergraduate students will demonstrate the ability to analyze and solve economics problems using mathematical analysis.
  • Student Learning Objective 3: Students will demonstrate the ability to apply mathematical skills to test economic theories and solve economics problems.
  • IV. Communication Skills - Undergraduate students will demonstrate the ability formulate and present a carefully
  • reasoned economic argument in written and oral form that states economic assumptions
  • and evaluates empirical evidence.
  • Student Learning Objective 4: Students will be able to express economics ideas, arguments, and evidence visually, verbally, and in writing.
• Program (CAS) - ECON - Economics (BS) - 063
  • I. Economic Theory - Student Learning Outcome (1): Undergraduate students will demonstrate the abilities to understand economic theories and models.
  • II. Critical Thinking - Student Learning Outcome (2): Undergraduate students will demonstrate the abilities to investigate and assess economics problems and policies through the use of economic models and statistical tools.
  • III. Quantitative Reasoning - Student Learning Objective (3) :Undergraduate students will demonstrate the ability to analyze and solve economics problems using mathematical analysis.
  • IV. Communication Skills - Student Learning Objective (4): Undergraduate students will demonstrate the ability formulate and present a carefully reasoned economic argument in written and oral form that states economic assumptions
  • and evaluates empirical evidence.
• Program (CAS) - ENGL - Creative Writing (MFA) - 471
  • Expected Learning Outcomes - A rubric evaluating competence of advanced students in the MFA program in the areas of genre mastery, reading skills, and discipline knowledge.
  • Oral Defense of MFA Thesis - A rubric evaluating student success in defending MFA thesis including presentation, response to questions, knowledge of discipline, and knowledge of specialized research techniques.
  • Student Survey - Students will express better than average satisfaction with their program as judged by the English Department Graduate Student Survey
• Program (CAS) - ENGL - English (BA) - 085
  • Communication - Graduating seniors will demonstrate expertise in oral communication skills at a sophisticated level, using appropriate tools for discussion or presentation.
  • Reading Competence - Graduating seniors will demonstrate reading competence (that is, be able to read a text closely, think analytically, and provide a persuasive defense of that reading) as reflected in class discussions and written reactions to assigned texts.
  • Survey - Students will express better than average satisfaction with their program as judged by the English Department Senior Survey.
  • Writing Samples - By gathering writing samples from advanced English courses and having instructors assess them, we will gain a fine-grained sense of the writing skills attained by our graduating majors.
  • Written Communication Skills - Graduating seniors will demonstrate control of the syntax of English at a sophisticated level, draw on the lexical resources of the language, and use appropriate strategies for revising and editing their own writing.
• Program (CAS) - ENGL - English (MA) - 086
  • Communication - Graduating seniors will demonstrate expertise in oral communication skills at a sophisticated level, using appropriate tools for discussion or presentation.
  • Content Expertise - Demonstrate knowledge of the major developments (i.e., major concepts and theoretical questions) in the chosen area of specialization and demonstrate content expertise in the field, as reflected in student’s written assignments, class presentations, and class discussions.
  • Oral Defense of MA Thesis - A rubric evaluating student success in defending MA thesis including presentation, response to questions, knowledge of discipline, and knowledge of specialized research techniques.
  • Reading Competence - Graduating seniors will demonstrate reading competence (that is, be able to read a text closely, think analytically, and provide a persuasive defense of that reading) as reflected in class discussions and written reactions to assigned texts.
  • Survey - Students will express better than average satisfaction with their program as judged by the English Department Graduate Student Survey.
  • Written Communication Skills  - Graduating MA students will demonstrate control of the syntax of English at a sophisticated level, draw on the lexical resources of the language, and use appropriate strategies for revising and editing their own writing.
• Program (CAS) - ENGL - English (PhD) - 087
  • Content Expertise - Demonstrate knowledge of the major developments (i.e., major concepts and theoretical questions) in the chosen area of specialization and demonstrate content expertise in the field, as reflected in student’s written assignments, class presentations, and class discussions.
    Oral Communication -
    Upon graduation from Oklahoma State University with a PhD in English, and consistent with the English Department’s mission and goals, students are expected to: Demonstrate expertise in oral communication at a sophisticated level, using the appropriate tools specific to the chosen field of specialization.
    PhD Oral Defense - A rubric evaluating student success in defending the PhD thesis including presentation, response to questions, knowledge of discipline, and knowledge of specialized research techniques.
    Reading Competence - Upon graduation from Oklahoma State University with a PhD in English, and consistent with the English Department’s mission and goals, students are expected to:
  • Demonstrate critical reading competence in their area of specialty (namely, Literature, Creative Writing, Screen Studies, Rhetoric and Writing Studies, or TESOL/Linguistics); that is, be able to read a text closely, think analytically, and demonstrate a grasp of the content of the text.
    Survey - Students will express better than average satisfaction with their program as judged by the English Department Senior Survey.
    Written Communication - Upon graduation from Oklahoma State University with a PhD in English, and consistent with the English Department’s mission and goals, students are expected to:
    Demonstrate expertise in written communication at a sophisticated level, drawing upon the lexical resources of the language and the appropriate strategies for revising and editing their own writing, using the tools specific to the chosen field of specialization.
• Program (CAS) - ENGL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (GCRT) - 466
  • Interpretive Processes in Language Teaching - Demonstrate an understanding of the highly situated and interpretative processes involved in language teaching, as well as the ability to plan and adapt instruction based on changing circumstances.
  • Professional Ethics and Development - Demonstrate an understanding of professional ethics and the on-going need for professional development.
  • Understanding and pedagogy - Demonstrate an understanding of the English language and apply this knowledge in pedagogically appropriate ways to promote learner development.
  • Understanding Assessment - Demonstrate an understanding of the purposes, advantages, and limitations of assessment and assessment instruments to effectively assess language skills and learner performance and development.
• Program (CAS) - ENGL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (UCRT) - 527
  • Assessment - Demonstrate an understanding of the purposes, advantages, and limitations of assessment and assessment instruments to effectively assess language skills and learner performance and development.
  • Professionalism  - Demonstrate an understanding of professional ethics.
  • Teaching - Demonstrate an understanding of the highly situated and interpretative processes involved in language teaching, as well as the ability to plan and adapt instruction based on changing circumstances.
  • Theory and Application - Demonstrate an understanding of the English language and apply this knowledge in pedagogically appropriate ways to promote learner development.
• Program (CAS) - GEOG - Geography (BA) - 252
  • Communication - Students will demonstrate effective written and oral presentation skills.
  • Exit Surveys - Express positive feedback on their experience as a Geography undergraduate major and their preparedness for post-graduate employment.
  • Knowledge - Students will be able to think geographically. More specifically, program graduates will demonstrate an ability to identify, interpret, and reason analytically about spatial patterns and their possible causes and consequences.
  • Research - Students will demonstrate the ability to set up and conduct a field-based research project.
  • Research Design - Students will understand and apply the principles of (a) geographic information system design and management and (b) effective map design and interpretation.
• Program (CAS) - GEOG - Geography (BS) - 109
  • Communication - Students will demonstrate effective written and oral presentation skills.
  • Knowledge - Students will be able to think geographically. More specifically, program graduates will demonstrate an ability to identify, interpret, and reason analytically about spatial patterns and their possible causes and consequences.
  • Research - Students will demonstrate the ability to set up and conduct a field-based research project.
  • Research Design - Students will understand and apply the principles of (a) geographic information system design and management and (b) effective map design and interpretation.
  • Survey - Express positive feedback on their experience as a Geography undergraduate major and their preparedness for post-graduate employment.
• Program (CAS) - GEOG - Geography (MS) - 110
  • Effective Communications - MS students will develop the ability to communicate geographic information effectively orally and in writing.
  • Geographic Knowledge - MS students will develop apposite knowledge in geographic literature and research.
  • Geographic Research - MS students will develop geographic creative components or theses that marshal evidence, analyze data, and synthesize meaningful conclusions.
  • Geographic Skills - MS students will develop skills in tools for geographic data collection and methods of analysis.
• Program (CAS) - GEOG - Geography (PhD) - 438
  • Effective Communications - PhD students will develop the ability to communicate geographic information effectively orally and in writing.
  • Geographic Knowledge - PhD students will develop apposite knowledge in geographic literature and research.
  • Geographic Research - PhD students will develop geographic dissertations that marshal evidence, analyze data, and synthesize meaningful conclusions.
  • Geographic Skills - PhD students will develop skills in tools for geographic data collection and methods of analysis.
  • Specialty Areas - PhD students will be able to identify and discuss significant geographic trends within their (three) chosen specialty areas of geography.
• Program (CAS) - GEOG - Geospatial Information Sciences (BS) - 510
  • Applied Skills - Apply geospatial knowledge and skills to a range of problems faced by industry and the government.
    Knowledge - Students will be able to think geographically. More specifically, program graduates will demonstrate an ability to identify, interpret, and reason analytically about spatial patterns and their possible causes and consequences.
    Survey - Express positive feedback on their experience as a Geography undergraduate major and their preparedness for post-graduate employment.
    Technical Skills - Demonstrate technical skills and an understanding of the basic concepts in: collection and analysis of spatial data, computer cartography geographic information systems (GIS), the Global Positioning System and remote sensing.
  • Program (CAS) - GEOG - Global Studies (BA) - 520Global Perspectives - Students enrolled in GLST 2103 will:
    1) Assess the consequences of globalization in multiple realms (social; cultural; economic; political; military; environmental);
    2) Explain how historical, social, economic, and political processes that have shaped the current world system;
    3) Understand selected global challenges and current events;
    4) Explain the relationships between global studies and other disciplines;
    5) Demonstrate respect for different worldviews, beliefs, and values
    6) Identify job titles and describe possible career pathways for Global Studies majors
    Global Sustainability - Students in GLST 2002 will:
    1 Understand the importance (and difficulty) of defining
    and fostering sustainability.
  • Tools: Exams
    2 Identify key actors in local, national, and global arenas
    that impact sustainable development issues.
  • Tools: Discussion, in-class activities, and reading responses
    3 Connect sustainability concepts to real-world challenges,
    including individual/social needs and political debates.
  • Tools: Homework and in-class activities
    4 Propose creative and practical solutions to sustainability facing
    OSU, the United States, and the global community.
  • Tools: Final paper
    5 Strengthen skills of (a) literature search, critical reading, mapping,
    and data analysis; and (b) planning, organizing, drafting, and
    revising a college-level scientific paper.
    Tools: Creative Inquiy Paper
    Mastery - Students in GLST 4153 (Capstone) will:
    1 Identify key global issues and various paths and methods
    for understanding their interconnectedness
  • Tools: Discussion, in-class activities, and reading responses.
    2 Identify key actors in local, national, and global arenas that
    that impact sustainable development issues.
  • Tools: Discussion, in-class activities, and reading responses.
    3 Strengthen skills of (a) literature search, critical reading, and data analysis;
    and (b) planning, organizing, drafting, and revising a college-level paper.
  • Tools: In-class activities and capstone paper.
    4 Identify possible career paths in global studies
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    Tools: In-class activities and capstone paper.
    5 Strengthen skills of presentation.
  • 
    Tools: Oral presentation of capstone paper.
• Program (CAS) - GEOL - Geology (BS) - 111
  • Broad Understanding Fundamental Geologic Concepts - Develop a broad understanding of the fundamental geologic concepts that are the basis for the scientific discipline
  • Communicate Effectively - Communicate Effectively
  • Observe Geologic Features and Apply Scientific Method - Develop the ability to observe geologic features, formulate hypotheses and apply the scientific method to explain observations
• Program (CAS) - GEOL - Geology (MS) - 112
  • Communication - MS students will develop the ability to communicate geoscientific information effectively orally and in writing.
  • Data Analysis - MS students will develop skills for the acquisition-collection of geosciences data and methods of analysis.
  • Research - MS students will be able to develop geoscientific theses that document evidence for awareness with the background knowledge of their specialization, skills in data acquisition-collection, analysis and synthesis, and extraction of meaningful conclusions from their geoscientific data.
• Program (CAS) - GEOL - Geology (PhD) - 469
  • Applied Research - PhD students will be able to develop geoscientific dissertations/publications that document evidence for awareness with the background knowledge of their specialization, skills in data acquisition-collection, analysis and synthesis, and extraction of meaningful conclusions from their geoscientific data.
  • Communication - PhD students will develop the ability to communicate geoscientific information effectively orally and in writing.
  • Research Plan - PhD students will be able to identify and discuss significant current and future geoscientific research trends in their chosen area of specialization.
  • Research Skills - PhD students will develop skills for the acquisition-collection of geosciences data and methods of analysis.
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• Program (CAS) - MATH - Mathematics (PhD) - 143
  • Broad Mathematical Knowledge - Graduates will have a broad knowledge of graduate level mathematics across several fields.
  • Focused Mathematical Expertise - Graduates will have expert knowledge in a focused area of mathematics and conduct original mathematical research.
  • Mathematical Communication - Graduates will be able to communicate mathematical ideas effectively; both orally and in writing.
• Program (CAS) - MMG - Microbiology/Cell & Molecular Biology (BS) - 149
  • Critical Thinking - Critical Thinking
  • Experimental approaches and techniques - Experimental approaches and techniques
  • Factual Knowledge - Factual Knowledge

 

College of Education and Human Sciences

• What is Cost of Attendance (COA)?

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• Why is it important?

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• What expenses are included?

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• How does the OSU Office of Scholarships & Financial Aid determine what "average expenses" are?

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• How can I find out what my COA is?

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• How can I cut costs?

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• What if I think my personal costs are in excess of the average COA?

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• I'm living off-campus now, instead of on-campus. Does that make any difference?

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• What expenses might I have that cannot be included?

  Housing and meals is an allowance for the student only during periods of enrollment (fall, spring, and/or summer semesters). Students who have dependents, such as a spouse or children, cannot include the housing and meals costs of those dependents in the housing and meals allowance. These costs are actually taken into account when the Expected Family Contribution is calculated off the results of a student's FAFSA.
  
  Car payments cannot be included because purchase costs of a vehicle (which would include car loan payments) are specifically prohibited from being included in the COA. (An allowance for car insurance and maintenance is provided for in the Travel/ Transportation component of the COA.)
  
  Refundable deposits for housing or utilities cannot be included, nor can debt on a credit card, job search costs or Greek membership fees and associated costs.
  
  This list is not comprehensive; please contact the Office of Scholarships & Financial Aid if you are not sure whether some of your educational costs are included in the components described above.

 

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William S. Spears School of Business