Orienting Question: How does my institution help me navigate the world?
Overview
Students will develop critical thinking and problem-solving
skills, focusing on the academic priorities unique to their institution. This section equips
students to engage thoughtfully with key challenges and opportunities throughout the
academic journey which will prepare students both for personal and professional success.
Career Ready Competencies: Critical Thinking, Teamwork, Time Management
Orienting Question: How do I measure the world?
Overview
Whether it's through words, numbers, graphics, or symbols,
students will gain understanding to apply mathematical and computational knowledge to
understand, assess, and communicate quantitative information. These courses will help students
enhance skills in information literacy, critical analysis, and problem-solving.
Career Ready Competencies: Information Literacy, Inquiry and Analysis, Problem-Solving
Orienting Question: How do I prepare for my responsibilities as an engaged citizen?
Overview
These courses will deepen students' understanding of the
historical development of the United States and Georgia, as well as the foundational principles
of their constitutions. Students will strengthen skills in critical thinking, intercultural
awareness, and persuasive abilities.
Career Ready Competencies: Critical Thinking, Persuasion, Intercultural Competence
Orienting Question: How do I interpret the human experience through creative, linguistic, and philosophical works?
Overview
Students will engage with literary, philosophical, and artistic
works, interpreting their meaning, cultural relevance, and ethical dimensions. These courses
will enhance knowledge in ethical reasoning, information literacy, and intercultural
understanding.
Career Ready Competencies: Information Literacy, Intercultural Competence, Ethical Reasoning
Orienting Question: How do I write effectively in different contexts?
Overview
These courses help students understand the art of written
communication, teaching them how to structure clear ideas and use language that resonates with
different audiences. Students will polish their abilities to critically analyze texts, draw
informed conclusions, and properly cite original sources. These courses are designed to
strengthen skills in critical thinking, information literacy, and persuasive writing.
Career Ready Competencies: Critical Thinking, Information Literacy, Persuasion
Orienting Question: How do I ask scientific questions or use data, mathematics, or technology to understand the universe?
Overview
Students will be guided through the use of the scientific method,
lab techniques, and computational approaches to interpret data, solve complex problems, and
explore the workings of the natural world while providing students opportunities to
sharpen abilities in research, problem-solving, and teamwork.
Career Ready Competencies: Teamwork, Inquiry and Analysis, Problem-Solving
Orienting Question: How do I understand human experiences and connections?
Overview
Explore the intricacies of human behavior and investigate how historical, economic, political, social, and geographical factors develop and influence people. These courses will enhance skills in intercultural understanding, empathy, and persuasive communication.
Career Ready Competencies: Persuasion, Intercultural Competence, Perspective Taking