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Biology Distance Graduate Program Assessment Mission

Mission  

Students who successfully complete a graduate degree in Biology are able to demonstrate a strong diversified background in modern biology; have specific knowledge within their area of expertise; and be able to design and conduct original research through the evaluation of existing scientific data and literature and the collection, organization, and interpretation of scientific data; and communicate the results of their work in oral and written formats.

Learning Objectives   

  1. Students obtain diversified knowledge which builds content knowledge and critical thinking ability. 
  2. Students acquire a more detailed understanding of their chosen specialty. 
  3. Students develop critical-thinking and problem-based learning skills relating to biology.
    3.1. students will be able to develop new ideas founded in science
    3.2. students will be able to effectively explore new areas of science or other academic endeavors
    3.3. students will be able to design, implement, and evaluate scientific investigations
    3.4. students will be able to assess, interpret and understand data 
  4. Graduate students communicate scientific ideas in written and oral format. 
  5. Students can organize and comfortably present their scientific ideas in written and oral formats.