General Education Core

 Understanding the Characteristics of Multiple Communities and/or Cultures  

Student articulates the  perspectives, beliefs, traditions, or needs of the groups involved and attempts to explain the reasons the differences exist.
  •  Community is defined as any group of people with similar backgrounds or interests

Example: One could compare issues Asian immigrants face vs. Latin American Immigrants.

Example: One could compare economic policies from the viewpoint of the ultra-wealthy vs. the working poor.

 Applying Social Principles

Student addresses the interplay of elements such as history, politics, communication styles, economy, or religious beliefs of a group and how these elements influence behavior and decision making. 

  • In depth analysis for each group is present
  • Each group is treated separately.

 Recognizing Principles of Civic Responsibility

Student articulates more than one alternative principle for evaluating social and/or policy issues.

marketable skills