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Syllabus: Psychology [PSYC] 210
Experiential Learning in the Celebration of Diversity
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| COURSE DESCRIPTION |
| Psychology 210: Experiential Learning in
the Celebration of Diversity employs a blend of Adult Learning Theory,
Experiential Learning Theory, and Transformative Learning Theory to engage
the learner in a unique and participative set of learning experiences.
We are increasingly interacting with people from other countries, backgrounds,
and cultures at all levels. Increased awareness and celebration of
cultural diversity can translate into more tolerance, respect, and appreciation
for the uniqueness of all people and cultures. Students will utilize
a process of "ambassadorship" roles and blended learning theories to teach
to and learn from someone who has a birth culture different from their
own. Selected aspects of culture include cuisine, art, literature,
sculpture, music, dress, festivals, myths, folkways, mores, fairy tales,
and legends. This process of "partnered ambassadors" allows students
to experience and celebrate cultural similarities, as well as the unique
differences. |
LEARNING OUTCOMES
| Upon successful completion, the student should be able to: |
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Define "cultural ambassador" and demonstrate enhancing ambassador behaviours,
i.e., positive, engaged attitude; open-ended questions to expand the discussion;
close-ended questions to prompt for specifics; use of eye contact and expression;
stating understanding of what was heard; summarizing key points.
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Compare and contrast "ambassador" behaviours and effective communication
skills used in cultural outing situations.
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Identify and analyze the changes in cultural beliefs, values and assumptions,
through the use of a before and after student cultural profile.
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Identify and analyze the similarities and differences of his/her personal
cultural heritage with someone who has a different cultural heritage.
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Develop / enhance theoretical knowledge base, i.e., Experiential Learning
Theory, Transformative Learning Theory, and Adult Learning Theory.
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Create a personalized cultural web site.
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Enhance written communication and research skills [APA Standards, where
applicable].
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EVALUATION
To receive credit for PSYC 210, students must complete a Definition,
Introduction, Cultural Profile, Reflective Research Paper, 3 essays, and
a Cultural Web Site, and must achieve a composite course grade of of at
least "D"
[50 percent]. The weighting of the composite grade is as follows:.
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Profile & Reflective Research Paper
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3 Essays [20% each]
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Cultural Web Site
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25%
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60%
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15%
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COURSE MATERIALS
| TEXTBOOK: |
None |
| READING MATERIALS: |
Required Readings - Digital Reading Room
[See Student Manual and Assignment Resources.] |
| OTHER MATERIAL: |
All course information can be downloaded from the course home page. |
| ACADEMIC COORDINATOR: |
Bob Brandes |
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Phone #: |
403-342-9429 or 1-866-242-8767 |
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Fax #: |
403-309-9610 |
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e-mail #: |
bbrandes@athabascau.ca |
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