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  • Modern European Studies

    The interdisciplinary studies major in modern European studies provides knowledge of major European issues. Students will be able to identify and conduct modern Europe-relevant research. They will evaluate the significance, quality and veracity of information gathered in the literature and to apply it effectively. Students will also be able articulate the results of research clearly and effectively.


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    Before Graduating Students Must

    • Satisfactorily complete IDS 4906 Interdisciplinary Research Thesis (capping 7-12 credits of thesis research), graded according to department rubric.
    • Complete requirements for the baccalaureate degree, as determined by faculty.

    Students in the Major will Learn to

    Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

    1. Identify, define and explain issues of modern Europe and identify and conduct Europe-relevant research.
    2. Integrate different sources and types of knowledge into holistic perspectives about Europe.
    3. Evaluate the significance, quality and veracity of information gathered in the literature and apply it effectively.
    4. Articulate research results clearly and effectively in speech and in writing in an accepted style of presentation.
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    Curriculum Map

    I = Introduced; R = Reinforced; A = Assessed

    Courses Content Critical Thinking Communication

    SLO 1 SLO 2 SLO 3 SLO 4
    IDS 4906, course 1 I, R I, R I, R I, R
    IDS 4906, course 2 I, R, A I, R, A I, R, A I, R, A
    IDS 4906 is the only required course for this major (or equivalent with other prefixes).
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    Assessment Types

    • Direct assessment of research in the thesis
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