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Learning OutcomesThe links below will take you to updated lists of approved learning outcomes for all academic programs at PLU, as well as resources for drafting and revising course-level or program-level learning outcomes.Learning Outcomes at PLUMore InformationGeneral Education Program OutcomesMore Information Questions or comments? Please contact the Office of the Provost (253)535-7126 or provost@plu.edu Return to Assessment Home

Biology Department Learning Outcomes Students will demonstrate an understanding of the following key biological concepts. Diversity of life evolved from a common ancestor over time by processes of mutation, selection, and genetic change. Structure and function are related at all levels of organization. The growth and behavior of organisms are regulated through the expression of genetic information in context. Biological systems are governed by the laws of thermodynamics and chemical

Learning Outcomes of the Undergraduate Business ProgramBachelor of Business Administration Graduates will: Be effective communicators            a.  Student can write a well-organized and grammatically correct paper, memo, or case that is informative and professional            b. Student can make an effective presentation that is informative and professional      2. Think Critically           a.  Student can apply relevant information to a business problem and arrive at a well-reasoned

Chemistry Department Learning OutcomesThe major program outcomes of the Chemistry Department’s curriculum are: Students will demonstrate an understanding of the fundamental concepts of chemistry by using critical thinking and analytical skills to solve chemical problems. Students will conduct experiments and demonstrate proficiency with appropriate lab skills, techniques, and instrumentation. Students will demonstrate the ability to search, understand, and put into use chemical literature as

Chinese Studies Program Learning OutcomesPLU students taking courses in Chinese Studies at PLU will: Demonstrate Chinese language ability through Novice High level according to ACTFL standards, and Demonstrate understanding to Chinese religious traditions (Buddhism, Daoism, and Confucianism), and Demonstrate understanding of China anthropologically in the context of other East Asian societies, and Learn about other elements of Chinese culture such as literature, art, and music pending course

Communication, Media & Design Arts Learning OutcomesUpon completion of the program, a student receiving a BA in Communication will be able to: Deliver a public and/or professional presentation for an audience within a specified timeframe. Effectively communicate in written formats appropriate to situation, audience, and medium (journalistic formats, academic essays and research writing, press releases and promotional writing, media writing, etc.). Identify credible media and information sources

Computer Science Learning OutcomesEffective January 2019Learning OutcomesOur learning outcomes are statements that describe skills that we expect to enable our student to attain by the time of graduation. An ability to apply mathematics to solving computing problems. An ability to critically analyze a problem and to design, implement, and evaluate a computing solution that meets requirements. An ability to work effectively in small groups on medium scale computing projects. An ability to

Program OutcomesThe PLU DNP program outcomes are as follows: 1. Integrate and actively use science-b

Learning OutcomesThe Ed.D in Educational Leadership prepares school leaders to meet the demands of school and district leadership. The program equips leaders to implement programs, policies, and practices to improve outcomes for all students. Specific learning outcomes of the PLU Doctorate of Educational Leadership (Ed.D) program include preparation for students to: Lead schools and districts in diverse communities. Identify and analyze the theories, research, and policies related to the study

Economics Major Learning Outcomes 1: Understand the conditions under which markets do and do not work well to allocate scarce resources for the social good, and analyze the effects of market characteristics and underlying conditions on economic outcomes. 2: Use economic reasoning to analyze current economic events and the effects of public policies. 3: Clearly communicate economic reasoning in oral and written form.   Revised 1/2023