200-level classes Content Deeper investigation of more narrowly defined content. Students engage a more focused area of knowledge in a deeper way and or develop their abilities and skills within the discipline. Skills Students continue developing their abilities to write, to read , and to think analytically and quantitatively. Process Balance of faculty guidance and student independence. 300-level classes Content and Skills Students integrate the skills and knowledge from earlier levels.
Students deepen their knowledge of more abstract and challenging material.
Students develop their ability to engage in advanced dialogue and recognize disciplinary assumptions. Process Students work independently with some faculty guidance.