Science, Technology, and Society
Learning Outcomes (Undergraduate)
The Program expects undergraduate majors to be able to demonstrate the following learning outcomes. These learning outcomes are used in evaluating students and the Program in Science, Technology, and Society. Students are expected to demonstrate:
A knowledge of core theories and methods in the interdisciplinary field of STS.
An ability to deploy these theories and methods to analyze interactions between science, technology and society in particular historical and cultural contexts.
An ability to critically evaluate empirical evidence and theoretical claims in STS-related debates.
An ability to communicate clearly and persuasively about STS issues to a general audience in multiple media including oral presentation and writing.