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Abstract:
In support of some of these competencies, especially in information literacy, a one credit Geology seminar course debuted in 2005 and became required for all geology majors with subject matter and assignments varying each semester. However, full implementation of the Academic Competencies and, more importantly, how to evaluate students has not yet been fully discussed and approved by the Geology Department.
Looking forward, the department will revisit the issue of competencies in the context of a CAS mandate to deliver departmental assessment plans. In addition, UD is presently in the process of revising its common academic program, prompting a review of how departmental curricula align with University-wide imperatives. Finally, a third factor influencing self-examination of curricula within Geology is an unfolding University-wide initiative in Sustainability, Energy and Environment (SEE). A departmental retreat scheduled for August will focus on some of these issues, and the results will be discussed at the Fall meeting of GSA.
See more from this Division: Topical Sessions
See more from this Session: What Should Students be Learning in Our Geology Classrooms?