General Education Program, Areas A1 and A2

Goal for Areas A1 and A2: Oral and Written Communication

An educated person must be able to read critically, communicate effectively, and think clearly. 

Student Learning Outcomes for Area A1 and A2: Oral and Written Communication

Students completing courses in Areas A1 and A2 will be able to:
1.	Relate the theory of human symbolic interaction in a variety of contexts and situations, including the psychological and social significance of communication.
2.	Demonstrate skills and an understanding of theory in
a.	Discovering ideas and arguments, including advocacy and reasoning with evidence
b.	Organizing ideas and arguments
c.	Using clear, appropriate, and creative language
d.	Extemporaneous delivery
e.	Critical evaluation of information
f.	Reporting information.
3.	Listen effectively.
4.	Criticize oral and written communication.
5.	Make use of a Manual of Style.