Problem Solving, Analyzing & Decision Making

1.3 Formulate questions.

1.4 Find and access information.

1.5 Evaluate the relevance of information for a given situation.

1.6 Compare alternatives.

1.7 Make reasoned arguments leading to rational solutions.

1.8 Justify these solutions.

Communication & Interpersonal Skills

4.1  Write clearly and in a style appropriate to purpose

Research

5.1  Frame research questions.

5.2  Apply theoretical considerations to proposed research.

5.3  Access and critically evaluate sources and content for quality, applicability and relevance.

5.4  Critically review literature both broadly and in-depth.

5.5  Formulate questions and reasoned arguments, learning to rational conclusions.

5.6  Summarize and synthesize information with a view of pursuing deeper understanding.

5.7  Effectively communicate information, arguments, and analyses in the discipline of distance education, in a variety of forms, to suit different contexts and audiences.

5.8  Critically analyze the issues and discuss the wider implications affecting the use of information. Conduct effective interviews for research purposes.

5.9 Demonstrate the use of communications and other technology-based research tools.

5.10 Describe and adhere to ethical practices and institutional policies throughout the research process.