Success Skills

Demonstrates Learning Critical Thinking, and Problem Solving Skills

The Demonstrates Learning Critical Thinking, and Problem Solving Success Skill deals with solving problems by thinking them through and learning from successes and failures.

Indicators

(Click on each Indicator to see it's sub-descriptors.)

(C-1)

Asks pertinent questions.

(C-2)

Applies effective observation techniques.

(C-3)

Gathers necessary information using a variety of primary and secondary sources and techniques.

(C-4)

Analyzes and evaluates information for accuracy and relevance.

(C-5)

Recognizes and summarizes salient points.

(C-6)

Extrapolates, applies, synthesizes and intergrates knowledge gained from research.

(C-7)

Perceives relationships.

(C-8)

Identifies fallacious reasoning, and withholds judgement when evidence is inconsistent or incomplete.

(C-9)

Uses writing, math and visual representations to clarify thoughts and ideas.

(C-10)

Analyzes own position in relation to alternative or conflicting viewpoints.

(C-11)

Uses logical/systematic approach to solve problems and make decisions.

(C-12)

Draws reasoned conclusions.

(C-13)

Anticipates consequences.

(C-14)

Devises alternative solutions to problems.

(C-15)

Assesses personal and professional learning needs and establishes goals for improvement.

Courses

These are some of the courses that will provide assessment and artifacts for the Demonstrates Learning Critical Thinking, and Problem Solving Skills Success Skill.

Communications I - (COMM122)
Communications II - (COMM123)
Pre-Algebra - (MATH102)
Geometry and Trigonometry - (MATH110)
Focus On Success - (GS101)

Co-Curricular

These are some of the Co-Curricular activities that will provide assessment and artifacts for the Demonstrates Learning and Critical Thinking Skills Success Skill.

PACE Climbing
S.T.A.R.S (Student Team-involvement & Academic Recognition System
District Scholar Program
The Learning Connection(TLC)
Student Employment
Smart Start Program
Student Senate

E-Portfolio

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