Chapter-2 Liberal Arts And General Education

Question 1

Liberal arts

Answer 1

The component of a college education that represents the essential foundation or backbone for the college curriculum,which is designed to a equip students with a versatile set of skills that promotes their success in any academic major or career fitted

Question 2

Major bodies of knowledge in the liberal arts curriculum

Answer 2

Humanities 
Fine arts
Mathematics 
Natural sciences 
social and behavioral sciences
Physical health and Wellness

Question 3

Humanities includes

Answer 3

Literature
 philosophy 
Theology 
English composition 
Speech 
Language

Question 4

Fine arts:

Answer 4

Visual arts
Music arts
performing arts

Question 5

Mathematics

Answer 5

Algebra
statistics
calculus

Question 6

Natural sciences

Answer 6

Biology 
chemistry 
physics 
Geology 
Astronomy

Question 7

Social and behavioral sciences

Answer 7

History
 political science 
sociology 
Anthropology 
Geography 
Economics

Question 8

Physical health and wellness

Answer 8

Physical education
Nutrition
Sexuality
Drug education

Question 9

The liberal arts broadens your world view by

Answer 9

1. Expanding your social spatial perspective which includes:
   Individual, family, community, society, culture, nation, International, global, universe
   2.expanding your chronological perspective which includes:
   Historical ( past)
   Contemporary [present)
   Futuristic (future)

Question 10

Synoptic perspective

Answer 10

Integrating multiple perspectives into a coherent whole.
Syn means together
Optic means to see
So, see things together.

Question 11

Key elements of Holistic ( whole person) development

Answer 11

Self awareness and self development includes the following dimensions of self:
Intellectual 
Emotional 
Social 
Ethical 
Physical 
Spiritual 
Vocational 
Personal

Question 12

Intellectual

Answer 12

Acquiring broad based knowledge, learning how to learn, and learning how to think critically.

Question 13

Emotional

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Understanding, managing, and expressing emotions

Question 14

social

Answer 14

Improving the quality and depth of interpersonal relationships

Question 15

Ethical

Answer 15

Building moral character- making sound ethical judgments,developing a clear value system for guiding personal decision, and demonstrating consistency between beliefs and actions.

Question 16

Physical

Answer 16

Acquiring knowledge about the human body and applying that knowledge to prevent diseases, promote wellness, and achieve peak performance

Question 17

Spiritual

Answer 17

Devoting attention to the big question such as the meaning or purpose of life, the inevitably of death, and the origins of human life and the natural world.

Question 18

Vocational

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Exploring career options and pursuing a career path that capitalizes on your talents, interest and values

Question 19

Personal

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Developing a strong sense of personal identity, a coherent self-concept, and the capacity to manage personal affairs and resources.

Question 20

Co curriculum

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Taking advantage of learning opportunities available to you outside the classroom.

Question 21

Dimensions of holistic ( whole person)

Development promoted by co curricular programs and student development services

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Intellectual development 
Ethical development
Physical development
Spiritual development
Vocational development 
Personal development

Question 22

Intellectual development

Answer 22

Learning center
College library 
Academic advising
Tutoring services
Information technology services
Campus speakers
Academic skills development workshop
Concerts, theater performances, and art shows

Question 23

Ethical development

Answer 23

Judicial review board
student government
Integrity committees and task forces

Question 24

Physical development

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Student health services
wellness programs
campus Athletics activities and intramural sports

Question 25

Spiritual development

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Campus ministry
Peer ministry
Religious services

Question 26

Vocational development

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Career development services
Internship programs
Service learning experiences
Work-study programs
Major and career fairs

Question 27

Personal development

Answer 27

Financial aid services and workshops
Self-management workshops managing time and money
Student development workshops and retreats

Question 28

Transferable skills developed by the liberal arts

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Critical and creative thinking
Communication – written communication, oral communication,Reading, listening, and technology.
Quantitative skills
Information literacy skills

Question 29

Critical and creative thinking

Answer 29

Ability to evaluate the validity of ideas and arguments and the capacity to think innovatively

Question 30

Written communication

Answer 30

Writing in a clear, creative and persuasive manner

Question 31

Oral communication

Answer 31

Speaking concisely confidently and eloquently

Question 32

Reading

Answer 32

Comprehending ,interpreting ,and evaluating the literal and figurative meaning of language written in various styles and subjects

Question 33

Listening

Answer 33

Comprehending spoken language actively accurately and empathtically

Question 34

Teknology

Answer 34

Using electronic media to effectively deliver and process ideas

Question 35

Quantitative skills

Answer 35

Ability to calculate, analyze, summarize, interpret, and evaluate quantitative information or statistical data.

Question 36

Information literacy skills

Answer 36

Ability to access, retrieve, evaluate information from various sources including in print and online systems

Question 37

Integrative learning

Answer 37

Ability to apply knowledge and skills to real world settings.

Question 38

Practical benefits of liberal arts

Answer 38

Promoting career mobility
Career advancement
Prepare you for life roles other than a occupation, including roles such as family members, community members, and citizen .
Prepare you for life.