DHC 250 - Social and Behavioral Dynamics I

Description:
Variable Topic. Courses focus on how individuals, cultures, and societies operate and evolve and introduce disciplined ways of thinking about individuals and groups. May be repeated for credit.

Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: admission to the Douglas Honors College.

Credits: (5)

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Reason about principles of human behavior for understanding self and others
Examine implications of participation in social groups and institutions to inform ethical interaction
Apply critical thinking to specific, situations involving personal and community decision-making
Be effective in using written and oral communication skills both in form and structure
Demonstrate strong critical and creative thinking skills
Demonstrate strong analytical skills including quantitative and experimental techniques
Demonstrate the ability to investigate problems new to themselves, draw conclusions, and evaluate source materials utilized in these investigations
Interact openly, respectfully, and knowledgeably with those from different backgrounds and perspectives

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
5/29/2008