APPENDIX A
LIST OF STUDENT OUTCOMES BY CLASSIFICATION IN THE LITERATURE

communicate ideas and information through speaking
construct meaning through reading for information, literary experience, and to perform a task
construct meaning from messages communicated through listening
communicate ideas and information through writing
apply the English language correctly
understand nonverbal communication
demonstrate oral and verbal proficiency in technical communications

appreciate own and others' artistic products and performances
communicate ideas and emotions through the fine arts (e.g., art, music, dance)
recognize differences and commonalities in the human experience through their productions, performances, or interpretations
understand and communicate in a second language

expand own understanding of existing knowledge by making connections with new and unfamiliar knowledge, skills, and experiences
recognize the need for lifelong learning to enhance skills and learn new skills

apply basic algebra and geometry to solve technical and work-related problems
communicate ideas by quantifying with whole, rational, real, and/or complex numbers
demonstrate own ability to calculate through ratios, proportions, and percentages
use division, multiplication, addition, and subtraction with real numbers, decimals, fractions, integers, roots, and powers
use the metric system and convert between metrics and traditional systems
apply advanced algebra, analytic geometry, and/or calculus to solve technical and work-related problems
read and create charts, tables, and graphs

earn college credit in high school
make academic progress on grade level
demonstrate a positive attitude toward school
attend school regularly
complete postsecondary school
enter postsecondary programs without remediation
complete secondary school
make a successful transition from education to employment
make a smooth transition from secondary to postsecondary education
succeed in the transition from secondary or postsecondary education to a 4-year college

organize information through the development and use of classification rules and systems
use appropriate and relevant scientific skills to solve specific problems in real-life situations
use models and scales to explain or predict the organization, function, and behavior of objects, materials, and living things
understand how technology affects quality of life
use the scientific method to acquire information, plan appropriate investigations, use scientific tools, and communicate the results
use computers and other electronic technology to gather, organize, manipulate, and express information and ideas

articulate personal values and beliefs as they relate to a particular occupation
be critically aware of social issues involved in a field of interest
know the history of a particular occupation
observe, analyze, and interpret human behaviors to acquire a better understanding of self, others, and human relationships
recognize and apply the democratic principles of justice, equality, responsibility, choice, and freedom
recognize the geographic interaction between people and their surroundings and make responsible decisions for the environment
recognize varying forms of government and address issues of importance to citizens in a democracy
appreciate the diversity of values and cultural differences among people
prepare for direct participation in the democratic process

design, maintain, and improve systems
know how social, organizational, and technological systems work
monitor and correct own performance
use goal-relevant activities, rank them, and allocate time for them
prepare and follow schedules, and manage time efficiently
use decision-making processes to make informed choices among options
use critical thinking skills in a variety of situations
prepare and use budgets, make forecasts, keep records, and make adjustments to meet objectives
use research tools to locate sources of information and ideas relevant to a specific need or problem
apply group problem-solving strategies
apply logical reasoning to develop solutions to complex problems

show appropriate personal appearance and attitude
acquire, store, allocate, and use materials and space efficiently
have awareness of and interest in technical careers
be honest and demonstrate integrity
adapt to emerging technology and adjust to changing work environments
apply knowledge, skills, and learning strategies to career and life choices
be dependable and punctual
be loyal to employer
achieve certification of mastery in an occupation
achieve and maintain employability in high-wage jobs
know how to give and take instructions
apply appropriate safety and environmental measures
develop and follow through on individual career plans and goals
demonstrate experience in all aspects of an industry
know employer expectations for job performance
select, use, and maintain appropriate tools, information, materials, or equipment
work under tension or pressure
work without close supervision
show good working relationships with superiors and coworkers in an occupational role
demonstrate awareness of workforce and societal trends
understand the relationships between theory and practice in a technical area
recognize and apply quality standards
understand the norms and values of the work culture
understand the principles of competition, cooperation, and leadership in a work environment
participate in work-based learning

APPENDIX ALIST OF STUDENT OUTCOMES BY CLASSIFICATION IN THE LITERATURE