Learning Outcomes

Click the “What I learned” link in each outcome to see examples of assignments completed in that focus area, as well as my biggest takeaways.

Theoretical Literacy

Ability to articulate at least one theoretical framework and use it to illuminate a real-life communication problem, strategy, or initiative

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Research Literacy

Ability to create and complete at least one inquiry project that 1) articulates communication problem to be analyzed, 2) adopts an epistemological standpoint, 3) locates, aggregates, and analyzes credible research, 4) drafts a literature review that supports and illuminates a chosen area of inquiry, and 5) composes and supports arguments using at least one theoretical framework

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Digital & Media Literacy

Ability to create and evaluate content on at least one digital or media platform related to a specific communication initiative and audience

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Writing Literacy

Ability to draft and format an essay in an appropriate citation style for chosen audiences

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Ethical Consideration

Ability to identify, analyze, and evaluate at least one ethical dilemma related to communication and advocate a specific course of action

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Global Awareness

Ability to complete at least one activity that explores a communication situation or problem from a global perspective

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Integrate Theory & Content Learning

Ability to develop and complete a comprehensive communication project

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