Outcomes Assessment for Anthropology
Outcomes
Anthropology graduates will acquire the ability that includes:
- Develop an understanding of the processes of human cultural and biological development.
- Acquire an appreciation of cultural and biological diversity in the past and present.
- Demonstrate basic knowledge about micro- and macro-evolutionary changes that involve the interface of the environment, organic species, and humans.
- Demonstrate competence in using appropriate tools, laboratory equipments, and skills to study and comprehend human conducts.
- Develop a level of empathy and sensitivity toward cross-cultural differences.
- Develop the necessary abilities to communicate anthropological ideas to enrich the community’s cultural awareness.
Assessment Measures
- Regular in-class examinations to assess knowledge level, skills and academic achievement relative to career/academic goals.
- Alumni and graduating student surveys and exit interview with department chair
- Laboratory exercises and hands-on projects.
- Faculty-supervised independent research, internships and field experience, including ethnographic and archaeological field schools and study abroad experiences.
- Pre- and post- student survey for capstone courses.
- Department curriculum retains accreditation by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCACS).
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