Graduate Liberal Arts<\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>"},"learning_outcomes":{"label":"Program Learning Outcomes","slug":"learning_outcomes","content":"<!-- PLOs from PS --><p>Graduate students will meet the following student performance criteria:<\/p><p>MFA Thesis Project<\/p><ul>\t<li>Present a clearly defined design project worthy of the MFA degree<\/li>\t<li>Provide proof of concept demonstrating the feasibility of the project<\/li>\t<li>Produce a final thesis project demonstrating design thinking, visual communication and technical skills<\/li><\/ul><p>Design Thinking<\/p><ul>\t<li>Gather, analyze and apply the information necessary to develop design solutions centered on real target users<\/li>\t<li>Demonstrate thorough knowledge of thesis topic and identify resources for content development<\/li>\t<li>Create interactive architecture to effectively support the needs of the project’s functionality<\/li><\/ul><p>Visual Communication<\/p><ul>\t<li>Effectively utilize grid, hierarchy, typography, color, and composition<\/li>\t<li>Apply the above design principles to effectively implement\/display interactivity appropriate to the project<\/li><\/ul><p>Technical Abilities<\/p><ul>\t<li>Demonstrate an understanding of current interactive technologies by identifying appropriate technical tools to implement a core component of the thesis project<\/li>\t<li>Establish and document the technical scope of the thesis project<\/li><\/ul><p>User Experience<\/p><ul>\t<li>Demonstrate a realistic consideration of potential users<\/li>\t<li>Develop final testing plan based on initial explorations<\/li>\t<li>Apply testing results to refine projects throughout the design process, documenting key iterations along the way<\/li><\/ul><p>Professional Readiness<\/p><ul>\t<li>Effectively articulate and defend ideas and process<\/li>\t<li>Accurately cite or credit sources used to develop thesis proposal, project, and presentations<\/li>\t<li>Demonstrate organizational skills in the thesis proposal and record of thesis project development process<\/li>\t<li>Develop and demonstrate the skills required for the chosen professional path, as demonstrated in the thesis project, portfolio and personal website<\/li><\/ul>"}}"
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