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(3 credits)

 

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Psychology - Abnormal 35 provides students with an overview of normal and abnormal behaviour within the conditions that affect individuals in our society. Students learn about perspectives of abnormality, causal factors, types of disorders, as well as assessment methods, prevention, and treatment.

REQUIREMENTS:

Computer and internet connection

Gmail account

REGISTRATION                                                      
Course start and finish dates will vary per 1, 3, and 5 credit course. Distance Education staff will work with students to determine course start dates. Students are responsible for course materials. Please note additional costs may be incurred by students for certain courses.

(3 credits)

 

COURSE DESCRIPTION

This course will help you obtain a  basic understanding of what psychology is and may provide you with some insights into your own behaviour and personality. The different sections in this course will reflect the diverse study of psychology — from the science of the brain to the more philosophical theories of how we develop our own unique personalities. Students  will also explore the different branches of psychology ranging from child psychology to neuroscience. 

REQUIREMENTS:

Computer and internet connection

Gmail account

REGISTRATION                                                           
Course start and finish dates will vary per 1, 3, and 5 credit course. Distance Education staff will work with students to determine course start dates. Students are responsible for course materials. Please note additional costs may be incurred by students for certain courses.

(3 credits)

 

COURSE DESCRIPTION

The aim of this course is to provide you with a general background in psychology including the history of psychology and the principles of learning and thinking. You will learn about stress and aggression, the influence of small groups, the status of roles, and some insights regarding neurosis and psychosis.

REQUIREMENTS:

Computer and internet connection

Gmail account

REGISTRATION                                                          
Course start and finish dates will vary per 1, 3, and 5 credit course. Distance Education staff will work with students to determine course start dates. Students are responsible for course materials. Please note additional costs may be incurred by students for certain courses.

(3 credits)

 

COURSE DESCRIPTION

In this day and age, globalization enables people to communicate and interact with people of varied cultures and backgrounds.  A key to understanding others is recognizing their beliefs and values about life.  A deep and informed awareness of world religions will allow students to be respectful of the many people they will come across in the course of their lifetime. In order to understand how individuals make decisions, consider politics, react to conflict, etc. it is imperative to understand their relationship to religion.  This course allows students to examine the fundamental philosophies of major world religions, as well as the human interpretations and practices of these religions.

REQUIREMENTS:

Computer and internet connection

Gmail account

REGISTRATION                                                           
Course start and finish dates will vary per 1, 3, and 5 credit course. Distance Education staff will work with students to determine course start dates. Students are responsible for course materials. Please note additional costs may be incurred by students for certain courses.

(3 credits)

COURSE DESCRIPTION

World Geography is a 3 credit course that introduces you to geography as a field of study of the Earth. In World Geography you will learn about the following course objectives:

  1. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the content, processes, and methods of the inquiry that characterize geography as a social science discipline.
  2. Distinguish among the main areas of geographical study.
  3. Describe the basic physical systems that impact daily life on the planet.
  4. Apply the understanding of maps and other geographical representations to interpret the world and analyze world events.
  5. Apply an understanding of mental maps to organize and analyze geographical information.
  6. Interpret statistical and graphic representations of geographical data.
  7. Think critically to determine the authenticity, accuracy and value of geographical information.
  8. Apply geographical perspective in evaluating how the spaces occupied by people shape, and are shaped by, other parts of the world.
  9. Understand the spacial organization of society and recognize patterns in what often appears to be random distribution of people in places.
  10. Differentiate between a formal region and a functional region.
  11. Describe the human and physical features and identities that characterize places.
  12. Identify the mix of natural and artificial features that give meaning to locations.
  13. Analyze spacial organization and interaction to make locational decisions.
  14. Understand the impact of human migration and its causes.
  15. Evaluate population settlement and distribution in Canada and in other select countries.

REQUIREMENTS:

Computer and internet connection

Gmail account

REGISTRATION                                                         
Course start and finish dates will vary per 1, 3, and 5 credit course. Distance Education staff will work with students to determine course start dates. Students are responsible for course materials. Please note additional costs may be incurred by students for certain courses.

(3 credits)

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Anthropology concerns itself with all aspects of human life. As students become more and more concerned with intercultural relationships and understandings, their need for an anthropological perspective increases.  Students who have studied anthropology at the high school level should: 

  • Demonstrate an understanding of anthropology as the study of the total way of life of human beings.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the value of anthropology as a means of improving social and cultural relations.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the methods, techniques and tools used by anthropologists. 

CONTENT 

Theme 1: Introduction to Anthropology 

Theme 2: The Examination of Paleolithic-like Lifestyles 

Theme 3: The Examination of Mesolithic-like Lifestyles 

Theme 4: The Examination of Traditional-state and Empire Societies 

Theme 5: Culture Interrelationships and Culture Change

REQUIREMENTS:

Computer and internet connection

Gmail account

REGISTRATION                                                        
Course start and finish dates will vary per 1, 3, and 5 credit course. Distance Education staff will work with students to determine course start dates. Students are responsible for course materials. Please note additional costs may be incurred by students for certain courses.

 

(3 credits)

 

COURSE DESCRIPTION

This course addresses questions such as: What is a person? What is a meaningful life? What are good and evil? What is a just society? What is human knowledge? Students will learn critical thinking skills in evaluating philosophical arguments related to these questions, as well as skills used in researching and investigating various topics in philosophy. Students will study the great philosophers to provide answers to fundamental questions and think about the basic foundations of their own knowledge and beliefs.

REQUIREMENTS:

Computer and internet connection

Gmail account

REGISTRATION                                                       
Course start and finish dates will vary per 1, 3, and 5 credit course. Distance Education staff will work with students to determine course start dates. Students are responsible for course materials. Please note additional costs may be incurred by students for certain courses.