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Kaplan University College of Arts and Sciences

PS115 Unit 3 Program Outcomes

Program Outcomes

General Education Literacy Outcomes

1. Communications: Demonstrate college–level communication through a variety

of media.

2. Mathematics: Apply quantitative reasoning to real–world situations.

3. Science: Analyze how scientific principles are applied in real–world contexts.

4. Social Science: Critically evaluate the social or psychological issues that impact

human behavior.

5. Arts and Humanities: Recognize human potential through a study of human

expressions.

6. Research and Information: Apply methods for finding, evaluating, and using

resources.

7. Ethics: Identify, apply, and evaluate ethical reasoning.

8. Critical Thinking: Apply critical thinking to real–life situations.

9. Technology Literacy: Use information technology to solve real–world problems

and communicate effectively.

Discipline–Specific Outcomes

1. Knowledge Base: Demonstrate knowledge of the major concepts, theoretical

perspectives, enduring conflicts, empirical findings, and historical trends in

psychology.

2. Research Methods: Apply basic methodology in psychology, including research

design, data analysis, and the interpretation and evaluation of findings.

3. Critical Thinking Skills: Use analytical thinking, skeptical inquiry, and the scientific

approach in solving problems related to behavior and mental processes.

4. Application: Apply the appropriate psychological principles, theories, and

concepts to personal, social, and organizational issues and problems.

5. Values in Psychology: Demonstrate an understanding of the underlying ethical

standards, values, and considerations in theory and practice in the disciplines of

psychology.

6. Information and Technological Skills: Use contemporary tools and technologies

to communicate psychological principles and concepts effectively in diverse

social and professional settings.

7. Global Awareness: Demonstrate an understanding of how academic and

applied psychology can improve interpersonal relationships across cultural and

national boundaries.