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IDST 320 The Civil Rights Movement of the 20th Century and its Implication for the 4
The Civil Rights Movement of the 1960's was a result of and connected directly to the Civil Rights protests and activities of African Americans in earlier decades of the 20th Century. After studying the 20th Century Civil Rights Movement and the 60's, we will study the state of Civil Rights for African Americans today and explore issues of citizen involvement.
Prerequisite(s): None
Other Information: Pending
Course Pending Approval
IDST 321 Human Rights and the Educated Citizen 4
This course introduces student to the concepts of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) and human rights, Western and non-Western conceptions of human rights, and the complex nature of human rights issues influenced by individual, cultural, and social values. Students will also gain a framework for analytical skills essential to human rights work and the complexity and interdependency of human family which will promote an understanding of the individual, local, and global forces that create abuses and potential solutions at the local, national, and international level. Through community involvement, students will be able to connect human rights theories and cases around the globe to our local community and vice versa and will develop an action plan for a local organization of their choice or in their personal environment. The course will also provide students a great opportunity to take concrete action on human rights issues and get involved in "change" or initiating change in the local community.
Prerequisite(s): None
IDST 330 Women in Math, Science and Technology 4
This interdisciplinary course explores the history, theory and methods of analysis for understanding institutional barriers to women's participation in math, science, and technology. Students will explore the history of women's participation, the ways in which the philosophy of science has created an exclusive view of science itself as well as science education, the educational and professional climate for women in these fields, and the ways in which stereotypical images of women in literature and film continue to influence women's participation.
Prerequisite(s): None
IDST 332 Conversations on Contemporary China 4
Discuss China's immersion into the 21 century global world and its impact on American people; analyze the practice of socialism with Chinese characters; study the traditional values of the Chinese culture; explore the notion of an educated person from a nonwestern tradition point of view and the importance of global citizenship; examine recent developments in China from pop culture to leadership shift. The course will utilize case study approach and introduce life stories to help students understand contemporary China. Major events and news occurring in China will be debated and discussed. Prerequisite: 30 credits
Prerequisite(s): None
IDST 350 The Art of Freshwater Fishing 3
This course teaches students a way of thinking about fish in their natural environment, to understand how these creatures live, breed, behave, feed, and go through their life cycles. Toward that end, students do a lot of problem-solving exercises that challenge the ways they have traditionally thought about fish. There are no easy answers in this subject, and there are areas of mystery. The intended result of this course in not only to learn to catch more fish, but learn to enjoy them as creatures and to care for them and the lakes and rivers that are their homes. A considerable amount of time is spent learning about lakes and rivers as ecological systems, how fish go about living with those systems, and how human civilization impacts on lakes and rivers. The planet is in trouble and everyone needs to learn to be better stewards of the land and waters. This course encourages a deeper understanding of the natural environment and the need to protect it so that future generations can enjoy the sport of fishing.
Prerequisite(s): None
IDST 352 Nature and Human Development 4
This course provides students with the opportunity to explore the relationship between humans and nature and how each affects the other. The focus of study will be the analysis and critical evaluation of our development as persons and as a society in connection with built and natural environments, explore alternative constructions, and explore our conceptions of nature in terms of one of more developmental models as well as how nature is portrayed in literature and the arts. This course requires reflective thinking, personal exploration, and is writing-intensive; students who have completed their GELS writing requirement will be well-prepared for success in this class.
Prerequisite(s): None
IDST 401 Interdisciplinary Topics in Educational Perspectives 4
This course is designed to give students advanced skills in critical thinking and multicultural perspectives by presenting a series of interdisciplinary topics which build on previous disciplinary study, introduces students to a broader range of ideas and learning strategies, and prepare students for advanced work in graduate or professional studies. See the Class Schedule for topics to be addressed when this course is offered.
Prerequisite(s): None
Other Information: Prerequisite: Junior or Senior year standing or instructor's consent.