Benchmarks+and+Related+Learning+Outcomes+for+the+CI+Course


 * Benchmarks and Related Learning Outcomes for the Critical Inquiry Course **
 * // QEP CI Implementation Subcommittee //**
 * Updated 2/17/10 **


 * Critical Inquiry ** is the process of gathering and evaluating information, ideas, and assumptions from multiple perspectives to produce well-reasoned analysis and understanding that lead to new ideas, applications, and questions.

This benchmark measures students’ knowledge of Critical Inquiry, and the themes and ideas presented in the first-year reading. || Students will: This benchmark measures students’ skills in Critical Inquiry through active engagement in this process. || Students will: This benchmark measures changes in students’ values and behaviors related to involvement in Critical Inquiry. || Students will:
 * **Benchmark ** || **Student Learning Outcome ** ||
 * ** 1. Knowledge ** ||
 * Be able to define Critical Inquiry.
 * Know the general steps involved in Critical Inquiry.
 * Discern the main ideas and themes presented in the first-year reading.
 * Identify a problem or issue which draws from themes and ideas in the first-year reading.
 * Recognize and identify personal assumptions and perspectives related to the selected issue or problem. ||
 * ** 2. Skills ** ||
 * Gather and evaluate information from reliable sources relevant to the selected problem or issue. (Information Literacy)
 * Develop and refine relevant questions based on gathered information.
 * Work collaboratively to develop and implement a plan to address the problem or issue.
 * Clearly communicate results or conclusions.
 * Pose new questions based on results or conclusions.
 * Evaluate the success of the effort. ||
 * ** 3. Values ** ||
 * Demonstrate confidence in expressing thoughts and perspectives.
 * Exhibit intellectual curiosity.
 * Apply the Critical Inquiry process/skills in other academic courses.
 * Apply the Critical Inquiry process/skills in co-curricular activities or personal decisions.
 * Demonstrate an awareness of and respect for diverse or opposing perspectives. ||