
Proficiency in the natural sciences entails exploration and comprehension of the universe that requires an informed understanding of the scientific method and its scope and an appreciation of the inherent beauty and wonder that one can find in science and its possibilities. It requires the application of the scientific method in conducting research by gathering and subjecting empirical evidence to quantitative analysis. Proficiency also demands understanding that all applicable evidence must be integrated into scientific models of the universe, and that scientific models must evolve.
Relationship to Institution’s Passport Block: this area includes basic proficiency in the knowledge of concept in disciplines such as astronomy, biology, chemistry, geology, physics, and others.
Natural Sciences PLO-PC Matrix Download
Features | Passport Learning Outcomes | Examples of Transfer-Level Proficiency Criteria Each faculty member develops the ways his/her students can demonstrate transfer-level proficiency with the learning outcomes. Below are a few examples provided by participating faculty. |
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The Nature of Science: explain the following attributes of science: | Science is based on the assumption that reality exists, operates by consistent principles, and that the rules are understandable by critical analysis. |
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Processes and results must be reproducible and subjected to peer review. |
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The results will display intrinsic variation and limitations. |
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Continued scientific inquiry produces credible evidence that is used to develop scientific models and concepts. |
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Models and concepts that withstand the most wide-ranging and persistent critical analyses are assumed to most closely describe reality and the principles by which it operates. |
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Scientific Inquiry | demonstrate the application of specialized methods and tools of scientific inquiry by actively and directly collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data, presenting findings, and using information to answer questions. |
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Core Concepts | accurately describe the scope of scientific study using core theories, practices and discipline-related terminology in two independent fields covering both a physical science and a life science. |
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Scientific Literacy | (a) recognize the proper use of scientific data, principles and theories to assess the quality of stated conclusions; (b) demonstrate an ability to gather, comprehend, apply and communicate credible information on scientific and technical topics. |
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Scientific Reasoning | demonstrate scientific reasoning processes to draw conclusions. |
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Ethics | demonstrate an understanding of the standards that define ethical scientific behavior, including:
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Science and Society | understand the role science plays in historical and contemporary issues. |
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- (CHAIR) Thomas Krabacher, Professor of Geography, California State University, Sacramento (CA)
- Fenny Cox, Associate Professor of Biology, University of Hawai’i West Oahu (HI)
- Michael Reese, Associate Professor of Chemistry and Science, Leeward Community College (HI)
- Thomas Steen, Former Director Office of Essential Studies, University of North Dakota (ND)
- Patricia Flatt, Associate Professor of Chemistry, Western Oregon University (OR)
- Madhav Nepal, Professor, Biology and Microbiology, South Dakota State University (SD)
- Adam Dastrup, Associate Professor and Coordinator, Geosciences Department, Salt Lake Community College (UT)
- Larry Smith, Professor of Physics, Snow College (UT)
- Meredith Roehrs, Instructor, Biology/Zoology, Laramie County Community College (WY)
Proficiency in evolving human cultures Increases student knowledge and appreciation of the human condition in different cultures in relation to each other and of cultural diversity and/or cultural evolution over time. Subject matter may include study of the similarities and differences among cultures including cultural values, traditions, beliefs, and customs, as well as the range of cultural achievements and human conditions through time.
Relationship to Institution’s Passport Block: this area includes disciplines such as history, anthropology, archaeology, political science, geography, ethnic studies, gender studies, languages, and others.
Human Cultures PLO-PC Matrix Download
Features | Passport Learning Outcomes | Examples of Transfer-Level Proficiency Criteria Each faculty member develops the ways his/her students can demonstrate transfer-level proficiency with the learning outcomes. Below are a few examples provided by participating faculty. |
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Core Knowldege | define and apply knowledge of changing human cultures (including core vocabulary, terminology, information, concepts, theories and debates). |
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Modes of Inquiry | identify and describe past and current forms of inquiry into changing human cultures across time and place. |
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Investigation | research human cultures using relevant methodologies. |
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Areas of Study | examine identities, languages, beliefs, and behaviors of oneself and others as parts of a dynamic culture or cultures. |
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Attitudes Toward Cultural Difference | demonstrate understanding, respect, sensitivity, and empathy when interacting with one’s own or others’ cultures (including but not limited to people, language, artifacts, ideas, values, and customs). |
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Factors Shaping Human Cultures | examine and explain the external, structural, and social elements influencing human cultures: class, race and mixed race, ethnicity, age, language, gender, disability, sovereignty, sexual orientation, political ideologies, economic structure, natural environments, historical events, social movements, religion, and other forms of identity. |
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- Dolores Davison, Professor and Chair, History and Women’s Studies, Foothill College (CA)
- Stefan Frazier, Associate Professor, Linguistics and Language Development, San Jose State University (CA)
- Jayson Chun, Associate Professor, Asian Studies, University of Hawaii West Oahu (HI)
- Paul Lococo, Professor of History, Leeward Community College (HI)
- Larry Peterson, Director of Accreditation, Assessment, and Academic Advising, North Dakota State University (ND)
- Isidore Lobnibe, Associate Professor of Anthropology, Western Oregon University (OR)
- (CHAIR) Laura Vidler, Professor, Languages and Linguistics: Spanish, University of South Dakota (SD)
- Daniel J. McInerney, Professor and Associate Department Head, History, Utah State University (UT)
- Melissa McAllister, Associate Professor, St. Petersburg College (FL)
Interpretive and creative expression of the potential and limits of the human condition relies on critical analysis of specific texts or works to support its claims.
Relationship to Institution’s Passport Block: this area includes disciplines such as music, visual arts, design, theater, film, media, literature, architecture and, potentially, many others.
Creative Expression PLO-PC Matrix Download
Features | Passport Learning Outcomes | Examples of Transfer-Level Proficiency Criteria Each faculty member develops the ways his/her students can demonstrate transfer-level proficiency with the learning outcomes. Below are a few examples provided by participating faculty. |
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Basic Knowldege | through the study of literary, performing and/or visual arts, employ fundamental discipline-specific principles, terminology, skills, technology, and methods. |
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History and Cultures | identify, explain and/or demonstrate relationships among societal, cultural, and historical contexts. |
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Ethics | demonstrate knowledge of and empathy for the diversity of values, beliefs, ideas, and practices embodied in the human experience. |
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Creative Process | engage in a creative process through experimentation, reflection, tolerance for failure, and revision. |
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Aesthetics and Analysis | use appropriate methods and tools to analyze, interpret and critique creative processes, works, and/or presentations. |
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- Paul Wickline, Theatre Department Chair/Academic Senate President, College of the Canyons (CA)
- Susan Lum, Professor of English Literature, Leeward Community College (HI)
- Wojciech Lorenc, Assistant Professor, University of Hawai’i West Oahu (HI)
- J. Greg Brister, Assistant Professor Language and Literature, Valley City University (ND)
- Charlette Moe, Assistant Professor of Music, North Dakota State University (ND)
- (CHAIR) Michael Phillips, Associate Professor of Theatre, Western Oregon University (OR)
- Diane Tarter, Professor of Art, Western Oregon University (OR)
- Alan Montgomery, Professor of Art, Dakota State University (SD)
- Miguel Chuaqui, Professor, University of Utah (UT)
- Jessica Curran, Assistant Professor, Salt Lake Community College (UT)
- Daniel Maw, Instructor, Art, Laramie County Community College (WY)
Human society and the individual explores human behavior in social settings through scientific inquiry within the context of value systems, institutions, economic structures, social groups and/or environments.
Relationship to Institution’s Passport Block: this area includes social science disciplines such as sociology, geography, history, criminology, psychology, economics, and others.
Human Society and the Individual PLO-PC Matrix Download
Features | Passport Learning Outcomes | Examples of Transfer-Level Proficiency Criteria Each faculty member develops the ways his/her students can demonstrate transfer-level proficiency with the learning outcomes. Below are a few examples provided by participating faculty. |
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Core Knowldege | (a) define vocabulary, concepts and terminology in the social sciences, and identify theories; (b) explain the role of individuals and institutions within the context of society. |
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Basics of Scientific Inquiry | (a) explain and apply theories to social phenomena and human activity; (b) evaluate various types and forms of research, including their ethical considerations. |
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Analytical Applications | (a) identify, frame and/or respond to a research question; (b) compile, interpret, analyze and/or evaluate qualitative and/or quantitative data. |
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Information Use and Communications | (a) interpret and communicate various representations of qualitative and/or quantitative data; (b) responsibly identify, categorize, evaluate, and cite multiple sources. |
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Social Responsibility | (a) recognize the complexities of diverse social identities; (b) evaluate issues of social justice with regard to identities within diverse contexts; (c) apply knowledge and experience critically so as to realize an informed sense of self, family, community, and the diverse social world in which we live. |
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- (CHAIR) Jonathan Carrier, Psychology Instructor, Laramie County Community College (WY)
- Spencer Blake, Associate Dean; Associate Professor, Sociology, Salt Lake Community College (UT)
- Donna Fairbanks, Associate Professor, Chair, Department of Music, Utah Valley University (UT)
- David Foster, Professor of Psychology, Western Oregon University (OR)
- Orlando Garcia-Santiago, Assistant Professor of Sociology, University of Hawaii West Oahu (HI)
- Beverly Grindstaff, Coordinator and Associate Professor Design History, San Jose State University (CA)
- John Leadley, Professor of Economics, Western Oregon University (OR)
- Bruce Lindquist, Assistant Professor, Geography, Leeward Community College (HI)
- Anne Marenco, Professor of Sociology, Chair, Department of Sociology, College of the Canyons (CA)
- Richard Olson, Associate Professor, Psychology, Lake Region State College (ND)
- Karyn Plumm, Associate Professor, Psychology, University of North Dakota (ND)
- Frank Van Nuys, Professor of History, South Dakota School of Mines and Technology (SD)
- Terry Underwood, Proficiency Criteria Specialist, California State University, Sacramento (Ret.)
- Bob Turner, Passport State Coordinator
- Cathy Walker, Passport Project Manager