Common Learning Outcomes

CORE is Clark State Community College's philosophy of general education, the general body of common knowledge, concepts and attitudes essential to functioning effectively in a complex, diverse and changing world. The common CORE supports learners in their journey toward life-long fulfillment.

The Faculty Assessment Committee has established tools for faculty to use to assess student achievement of these common educational learning outcomes.

Upon completion of an associate degree from Clark State Community College, a graduate will be able:

• Write clearly and accurately in a variety of contexts and formats.
  Writing Rubric (PDF) / Writing Rubric Criteria
• Speak clearly and accurately in a variety of contexts and formats.
  Speaking Rubric (PDF) / Speaking Rubric Criteria
• Work effectively in teams.
  Teaming Rubric (PDF) / Teaming Rubric Criteria
• Use critical thinking and problem solving to draw logical conclusions.
  Critical Thinking Rubric (PDF) / Critical Thinking Rubric Criteria
• Articulate issues or concepts from diverse perspectives.
  Rubric (PDF) / Rubric Criteria (currently being revised)