Goals for the Genetic Analysis I and II
| Higher-Order Thinking Skills | |
| Develop analytical skills | |
| Develop problem-solving skills | |
| Develop ability to synthesize | |
| Develop ability to draw reasonable inferences from observations | |
| Develop ability to synthesize and integrate information and ideas | |
| Develop ability to use information and ideas to design experiments and analyze data. | |
| Develop ability to think holistically: to see the whole as well as the parts | |
| Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills | |
| Learn terms and facts of genetics | |
| Learn concepts and theories in genetics | |
| Develop skill in using materials, tools, and/or technology central to genetics | |
| Learn techniques and methods used to gain new knowledge in genetics | |
| Learn to evaluate methods and material in genetics | |
| Other Goals | |
| Develop an informed understanding of the role of genetics and society including contemporary social and medical issues. | |
| Develop a lifelong love of learning | |
| Develop an informed historical perspective. | |
Adapted from: Angelo, T.A. and Cross K.P. (1993), Classroom Assessment
Techniques: A Handbook for College Teachers. Second Edition. Jossey-Bass,
Inc: San Francisco.