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1

2.2e Interpret simple graphs and statistical findings

(foundational)

Embedded multiple-choice items in test

Student survey responses (self-ratings) at the end of the semester

PSYC 250

22-23

2

5.5 (combined) Has formulated a post-baccalaureate plan based on an understanding of the different settings in which people with backgrounds in psychology typically work (baccalaureate)

NA

First destination survey questions used by Career Design Center

(SUNY_Geneseo_FDS_2021 Survey (1).docx you may review questions that are asked in the survey, starting with page 12)

Data collected by Career Design Center

22-23

3

2.2D Evaluate psychology information based on the reliability, validity, and generalizability of sources (baccalaureate)

faculty holistic/global ratings of student paper/presentation 

Graduated student survey responses*

PSYC 452

&

graduated student  survey**

23-24

4

4.1A Construct arguments clearly and concisely using evidence-based psychological concepts and theories (baccalaureate)

faculty holistic/ global ratings of student paper/presentation

Graduated student survey responses*

PSYC 452

&

graduated student survey**

23-24

5

4.3b Recognize that culture, values, and biases may produce misunderstandings in communication (foundational)

A content-analysis of communications used by students in a course (this could also be analyzed by a student group for a research project over a year - data collection, coding and analysis, research report writing)*

Scholarship of Teaching and Learning 

student “experience” ratings in the course (e.g., self-report statements – “I feel my message is understood when I communicate in this class)

Varies, based on faculty volunteers (can be foundational course for major)

24-25

Objective

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Indirect measure

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6

1.3A Articulate how psychological principles can be used to explain social issues, address pressing societal needs, and inform public policy(baccalaureate)

embedded question(s) in test or class

Faculty description of the course (pedagogical approach, topics taught, whether explicit emphasis on intercultural communication)

Varies, based on faculty volunteers (must be at least 200-level course for major)

25-26

7

2.4d Design simple scientific studies (e.g., correlational or two-factor) to confirm a hypothesis based on operational definitions (foundational)

Individual student global ratings by faculty teaching the course

student self-efficacy ratings

PSYC 251

26-27

8

3.3F Seek opportunity to serve others through volunteer service, practica, and apprenticeship experiences (baccalaureate)

Not course-based, internship data can be obtained from Whitney Brown, Jenny Katz, and Career Design Center

Student survey of independently arranged internships/volunteer work

Graduated student survey responses*

First Destination Survey

Documents from internship coordinators and Career Design Center, and student surveys

26-27