Ideal Graduate Characteristics

1. attention to detail
2. ability to think for themselves
3. dependability - reliable
4. follow through – complete projects
5. punctuality
6. teamwork
7. motivation - invested
8. knowledge (of content)
9. computer skill
10. research skills – familiarity with research process
11. work with minimum supervision
12. ability to assess his/her level of understanding of task and ask appropriate questions
13. enough basic understanding and background to resolve simple questions
14. tenacity - persistent
15. research experience
16. well-organized
17. critical thinker – good problem solver
18. adaptable - flexible
19. curiosity - enthusiasm
20. analytical
21. willingness to tolerate ambiguity
22. systems approach = awareness of connections /connectability
23. individual initiative – take initiative
24. willingness to ask questions
25. competent/thorough
26. good reading and writing skills
27. work hard
28. quick learner – open to learning - bright
29. focus

   Sample of how Information Literacy Standards can be applied to this list:

Information Literacy Standards
Characteristic IL Outcome
10. Familiarity with research process. Standard 1 - outcome 3c
Develops a research plan.
12. Ability to assess level of understanding and ask appropriate questions. Standard 1 - outcome 1b
Formulates questions based on information needed.
13. Basic understanding and background to resolve simple questions. Standard 1 - outcome 1c
Explores general information sources to increase familiarity with topic.
16. well-organized Standard 2 - outcome 5b
Creates a system for organizing the information