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Program GoalÌý1:ÌýStudents willÌýdemonstrateÌýexemplary competence in theirÌý»å¾±²õ³¦¾±±è±ô¾±²Ô±ð.Ìý

• Students will demonstrate knowledge of the sociological perspective, social structure, socialization, stratification, social change, and social reproduction.

Program Goal 2: Students will demonstrate proficient research skills.ÌýÌý

• Students will locate and appropriately use high-quality, credible source material.ÌýÌý
• Students will identify the thesis, main points, and evidence in scholarly literature.Ìý

Program Goal 3: Students will demonstrate effective communication skills.ÌýÌý

• Students will demonstrate knowledge of the conventions particular to their discipline through the organization, content, presentation, formatting and stylistic choices in their written work.ÌýÌý
• Students will communicate their ideas effectively in class discussions, and to do a formal research presentation with professional delivery.ÌýÌý
• Students will write a scholarly research paper, either independently or collaboratively, that includes a thesis, literature review, empirical data and analysis.Ìý

Program Goal 4: Students will demonstrate advanced critical thinking skills.ÌýÌý

• Students will analyze and critically evaluate ideas, arguments, and points of view.Ìý
• Students will apply course material to problem-solving and decisions.Ìý
• Students will go beyond perspectives presented in class to formulate original, well-defended explanations that show familiarity with perspectives on events or processes.Ìý

Program Goal 5: Students will develop the knowledge, skills, and attributes to perform effectively as a professional.Ìý

• Students will analyze diverse economic, social, and cultural activities.ÌýÌý
• Students will assess their own ethical and professional conduct, as well as on others within their field.Ìý

For more information on learning goals and outcomes, contactÌýinstitutionalresearch@lvc.edu.