The Student Learning Outcomes and Assessment Cycle: Institutional SLOs and Program SLOs

SLOAC framework at Cañada

This document illustrates the organization of instructional and service groups into Programs (per ACCJC standards).  SLOs for each of the three instructional Programs are given below the institutional SLOs.

Institutional Student Learning Outcomes                                      Adopted 5/21/09

Students will achieve one or more of the following outcomes:

-- Complete appropriate basic skills courses in preparation for enrollment in college-level certificate, degree or transfer programs.

-- Complete coursework necessary for an Associate in Science or Associate in Arts degree, including general education, major coursework, electives, and basic competency requirements.

-- Complete coursework required for transfer to California State University, University of California, and other universities.

-- Use student support services, participate in enrichment activities, and complete courses that support personal growth, career development and education plans.

General Education/Transfer Student Learning Outcomes              Adopted: 9/13/07

Upon completion of an AA/AS degree, students will effectively…
1. Apply basic knowledge of the arts, math and sciences to solve everyday problems and comprehend the ideas of others. 
2. Use communication skills and technology to interact with others and express ideas in a diverse society. 
3. Find, evaluate, document, and use ideas derived from a variety of information sources. 
4. Use critical and constructive thinking for solving problems and making informed decisions on ethical issues.  
5. Cultivate a set of values for personal and civic life as a responsible participant in a global community. 
6. Recognize and evaluate practices that contribute to lifelong wellness.

Basic Skills Student Learning Outcomes                                               Adopted 2/09

1. Students can use the reading, writing, and computation skills necessary to succeed in transfer level courses.
2. Students will create or refine a Student Educational Plan by identifying and assessing educational opportunities at Canada College.
3. Students can use the study skills necessary to succeed in transfer level courses.

Workforce Development Programs -  Student Learning Outcomes          Adopted 1/15/09

Upon successful completion of a certificate, students will be able to:
1.  Demonstrate the knowledge and skills required for the workforce level for which they have trained.
2.  Articulate major practices which professionals within the discipline share;
3.  Work independently and collaboratively within a team;
4.  Read, interpret and write discipline-specific technical information;
5.   Listen and communicate orally and in writing.