Outcome One:

Understands that writing is a creative and thoughtful process and uses this process in developing writing projects through the stages from vision through revision to publication.

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Outcome Two:

Demonstrates flexibility as a writer and can write in a variety of forms and for different audiences and purposes.

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Outcome Three:

Applies knowledge of English language structure and history, language conventions, media techniques, figurative language, and genre to create, critique, and discuss texts; adjusts his/her use of spoken and written language to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences.

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Outcome Four:

Understands that literacy comes in many forms and demonstrates a wide range of strategies to comprehend, interpret, and appreciate texts drawn from the diversity of literary periods, genres, cultures, and media that have contributed to the tradition of literature in English.

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Outcome Five:

Understands the importance of historical and cultural context in interpreting and appreciating texts and in illuminating his/her own cultural and spiritual beliefs and practices as well as those of others.

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Outcome Six:

Understands the critical principles and vocabulary of prominent methods of reading and interpretation as well as the principles behind the construction of literary periods and genres.

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Outcome Seven:

Uses a variety of information resources and technologies to gather and synthesize information and to create and communicate knowledge in ethical and responsible ways.

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Outcome Eight

Participates actively as a knowledgeable, reflective, creative, and critical member of a variety of literacy communities: in the classroom, in the department, and in the larger communities of the College and the region.

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NOTE: Reflection on these outcomes is part of the initial and midpoint portfolio evaluation process by faculty and students (via self-evaluation) process. A record of student’s goals and current strengths and problem areas is recorded in the portfolio.