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which it was created, and whether or not the source is relevant to their work. In the eyes of students, however, most sources are created alike and their relevance is determined by whether or not they are academic or scholarly. Although the process of learning from sources will vary from person to person and from situation to situation, situating a source of information within a certain context and disciplinary practice can provide the student a lens through which they’ll be able to see their own

A Distinctive LinkMany universities have their share of interesting places to live and opportunities for involvement in campus activities from the arts to clubs and athletics, and PLU does too. But few universities offer the stunning beauty and outdoor recreational opportunities of the Pacific Northwest. What really makes PLU distinctive is the way that life in-class and life out-of-class are so closely linked. For example, Hong International Hall – a hub for campus activities focused on

Learning Outcomes Resources for ProgramsThis page offers tips and strategies for departments and programs to use in crafting effective (and assessable) learning outcomes at the program and/or course levels.Printable pdfLearning ObjectivesLearning objectives communicate the purpose of instruction and clarifying expectations for performance. Objectives should align with an assessment intended to measure student knowledge, skills, or attitudes resulting from learning. There are various levels at

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Formative and Summative AssessmentSource: Yale Center for Teaching and Learning on Formative and Summative AssessmentPrintable pdfAssessment allows both instructor and student to monitor progress towards achieving learning objectives. Formative assessment refers to tools used throughout a class or course that identify misconceptions, struggles, and learning gaps, while assessing ways to close such gaps. Formative assessment can help students take ownership of their learning when they understand

Program Learning OutcomesBy the completion of a degree program, students should be able to demonstrate these learning outcomes—either as integrated into the capstone as a demonstrable task—or as documented by key tasks across a program. Example: Sociology Major Learning Outcomes The first three LO’s are related to research, involving asking research questions, and collecting and analyzing data. Students will be able to formulate sociological research questions. Students will be able to utilize