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Goal 1:  Neuroscience majors will learn substantive knowledge in the fundamental areas of neuroscience.

1.A Graduating seniors will be able to demonstrate knowledge of common areas in neuroscience and psychology as compared to a discipline-based standard.

Goal 2: Neuroscience majors will demonstrate an understanding of neuroscience and psychological methodology. 

2.A Graduating seniors will demonstrate that they are familiar with the methodology of neuroscience and psychology and are prepared to undertake research using this methodology.

2.B Graduating students will demonstrate their ability to utilize the research methodology in neuroscience.

Goal 3: Graduating seniors should be able to apply the principles of neuroscience in real-life settings and be prepared for careers in neuroscience related fields. 

3.A Graduating students will apply neurological principles in real-life settings. 

3.B Graduating students will present or publish a paper in a professional setting.

3.C Graduating students are prepared for careers in field. 

3.D Neuroscience Alumni were prepared for careers in their field. 

Goal 4: Graduating seniors will be aware of and proficient in using neuroscience resources (Information competency) 

4.A Graduating seniors will demonstrate a proficient use of neuroscience information resources. 

Goal 5: Graduating seniors should be able to demonstrate critical thinking ability when discussing or writing about neuroscience topics. 

5.A Graduating seniors will demonstrate critical thinking abilities to their instructor when discussing or writing about neuroscience topics. 

Goal 6: Graduating seniors should be able to communicate effectively about the field of neuroscience in both an oral and written format. 

6.A Graduating seniors will effectively present neuroscience information in an oral format 

6.B Graduating seniors will effectively present neuroscience information in a written format. 

Goal 7: Graduating seniors should be able to work effectively with other students and professionals in the field of neuroscience. 

7.A Students in neuroscience will work effectively in groups with their fellow students. 

Goal 8: Graduating students should be able to apply ethical standards to support diverse groups of people. 

8.A Graduating students will design and conduct research that meets current ethical standards for protection of research participants. 

8.B Graduating seniors will apply knowledge of diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice to the practice of psychology. 

Author: IU Southeast Manager
Last modified: 5/3/2023 12:57 PM (EDT)