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Compare and contrast methods of inquiry used in at least two of these
academic categories: humanities, natural sciences, and social and
behavioral sciences. (I)
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In a given academic category, describe appropriate techniques for
distinguishing fact from opinion. (I)
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Analyze an argument on the basis of the reliability and strength of
the evidence and the internal consistency of the argument. (I, II)
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Compare and contrast the used of appropriate models from at least two
of these academic categories: humanities, natural sciences, and social
and behavioral sciences. (I)
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Trace factors that have contributed to the historical development of a
given theme. (I)
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Compare and contrast the impact of an issue within a theme on value
systems of selected cultures. (II)
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Discuss the relationships, origins, outcomes, and structural or
functional features of issues within a theme from the viewpoints of
the major academic categories: humanities, natural sciences, and
social and behavioral sciences. (I, II)
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Collect, analyze, and evaluate evidence relating to a given issue
within a theme and present in a formal paper. (II)
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Compare and contrast opposing positions on an issue within a theme
including major criticisms and defenses of each and present in a
formal paper. (II)
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Construct an argument on a controversial social topic to defend a
viewpoint which conflicts with the student's personal preference. (II)
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Identify types of information needed and modes of inquiry used to
propose a solution to a given problem. (III)
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Evaluate an issue using selected ethical and/or aesthetic
interpretations of the human experience. (III)
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Assess the consequences of a solution to a problem in terms of the
ramifications: risks and opportunities. (III)
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Complete a formal paper that demonstrates competency in gathering,
interpreting and evaluating evidence. (IV)
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